Your first few weeks in Australia as an international student will be enormously exciting - from exploring your campus and meeting new people, to finding the best local coffee spot and adapting to the unique Aussie lifestyle.
To help you settle in quickly, here are a few things you’ll want toprepare and organiseas soon as possible. Then, your new city should start to feel like home!
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Make sure to update your new address in the nib App
With the help of a few homewares and decor items, you’ll have no trouble setting up a cosy new bedroom.
First things first - what furniture do you need? If your accommodation isn’t furnished, you’ll want to start with the basics. Namely, a bedframe, a mattress, and a desk if you plan to study from home. You can find affordable furniture at IKEA or buy secondhand through Facebook Marketplace.
If your new pad is furnished, then you’ll want to start personalising the space. Think of colour, light, and the things that bring you joy! We recommend some framed photos of friends and loved ones, artwork, band or movie posters, and some houseplants.
Filling your fridge and pantry for the first time can be an expensive endeavour, but with a few budgeting tips, you can save a lot of money on groceries.
A few of our top tips include:
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If you’re not confident about cooking independently for the first time, try a meal kit service. With these you’ll pick recipes, and everything you need to cook your selected meals will be delivered to your door.
To get connected, you will need to:
(a locked phone will mean you can’t use another carrier’s network)
To get connected, you will need to:
(For example, the plan may come with free sports streaming, Spotify or Netflix)
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Then, it’s time to set up your nib App! It’s the easiest way to manage your health in Australia and access an enormous range of exclusive nib member benefits.
