Education

Yes - Australian public schools rank well internationally and provide a solid, multicultural education. For expat children, the biggest advantage is free enrolment (for PRs and citizens) and strong English support programs for students from non-English-speaking backgrounds. Most families in inner suburbs have positive experiences with public schooling.

The CCS is a government payment that covers a percentage of your approved childcare fees based on your combined family income. Families earning under AUD 80,000/year receive up to 90% subsidy; above AUD 530,000, no subsidy. Apply through your myGov account linked to Centrelink - it's paid directly to the childcare provider.

Yes - student visa (subclass 500) holders can work 48 hours per fortnight during study terms, and unlimited hours during official study breaks (semester holidays). Many universities also have on-campus employment opportunities for students.

The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) provides post-study work rights of 2–4 years depending on your qualification level and location of study. A bachelor's degree in a major city gives 2 years; a master's or doctoral degree may give 3–4 years. Regional study attracts additional time.

Australia's Group of Eight (Go8) universities are all globally ranked: Australian National University (#30), University of Melbourne (#33), University of Sydney (#18), UNSW (#19), University of Queensland (#40), Monash (#37), University of Adelaide, and University of Western Australia. Rankings vary by subject - check QS rankings by your specific field.