The Do’s and Don’ts of Moving Home to NZ
When I decided to leave sunny Sydney after 12 years and finally return home to New Zealand, I searched the net for a nice and neat moving checklist. Surely the millions of Kiwis who...
Stay Connected with people2people New Zealand
With the opening of people2people’s first New Zealand branch in Auckland in September, this means that we are now better able to assist with your job search and staffing needs across Australia and New...
Working Holiday Makers to be taxed at least 32.5% from 1 July 2016
Despite numerous calls on the Federal Australian Government to reverse their previous announcement to tax certain temporary visa holders as non-residents, The 3 May 2016 Federal Budget contained no relief.
Accordingly, from 1 July 2016,...
I Made a Mistake Filling in my Tax File Number Declaration Form
Lots of people make mistakes filling in their Australian Tax File Number (TFN) Declaration form. This isn’t because people are stupid, it’s mostly because the form itself uses jargon and terms that pretty much...
How to Claim Australian Tax Back
Sun, sea, surfing and wide open roads – what's not to love about Australia?! It's not hard to understand why thousands of people visit the country for a working holiday each year.
If you go...
How to Find Work Straight Away on an Australian Working Holiday Visa
If you've recently arrived in Australia, it can be a minefield trying to find a job that will:
A. Pay the bills
B. Be in an enjoyable environment with like-minded people
C. Give you an experience of...
How to Keep Your Temp Job in the Silly Season
You are here on holiday, and perhaps this is your first southern hemisphere Christmas. The novelty of being able to stay out late in your shorts and T-shirt in December will very likely lead...
How to Dress for a Job Interview in Australia
You might be coming to Australia for a holiday, but if you want to work while you are here, you need to be prepared for an interview. Here are a few tips:
For women:...
What Is the Typical Format of Resumes/CVs in Australia?
Finding your dream job while in Australia on a working holiday can be competitive, and, often, your best chance at scoring a role is submitting an exceptional CV.
One of the many differences between Australia...
