Hey everyone! I’ve been in Melbourne for 2 years now and wanted to share some things I wish I knew when I first arrived:
- Get an Opal/Myki card immediately — public transport is the cheapest way to get around
- Join your uni’s international student society — best way to make friends
- Open an Australian bank account (CommBank and NAB have good student options)
- Register with Medicare if you’re from a reciprocal country (UK, Sweden, etc.)
- Download the TripView/PTV app for real-time transport info
What tips would you add? Drop them below!