Australia is one of the most livable countries in the world, a perfect destination for travel, study or migration. Migrants are the backbone of Australian society and Australia is well known for its multiculturalism.

An island nation with 6 states and 2 territories, Australia is a Commonwealth nation with Canberra as its capital. The states are Victoria , New South Wales , Queensland , South Australia , Tasmania and Western Australia , and the territories are Canberra and Northern Territory.

We recommend the following websites which provide more specific information about various aspects of Australian life:

• Migration Information – Department of Immigration and Citizenship (www.immi.gov.au)

• Tourism – Australian Tourist Commission (www.australia.com)


• Education and Training – Department of Education, Science and Training (www.detya.gov.au)


• Indonesian Business Directory in Melbourne –Indonesian Business Directory 2007 (www.indonesianbusinessdirectory.com.au)


• Taxation information – Australian Taxation Office (www.ato.gov.au)


• Company information – Australian Security and Investment Commission (www.asic.gov.au)


• Quarantine information – Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (www.aqis.gov.au)


• News and Current affairs – The Australian Newspapers (www.theaustralian.news.com.au)


• Financial News – Australian Financial Review (www.afr.com.au)


• Stock Exchange – Australian Stock Exchange (www.asx.com.au)