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Moving to Melbourne
Last updated on Feb 11, 2022
Summary: Moving to Melbourne, Australia? Expats talk about what you need to know before moving to Melbourne.
What do I need to know before moving to Melbourne?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Melbourne, they said:
"Look for an area convenient for your work and lifestyle. In Melbourne there's lots to choose from on both sides of the Yarra," remarked another expat who made the move to Melbourne.
What is the average cost of housing in Melbourne?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Some of Betsy's more popular articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Italy, 12 Things to Know Before Moving to The Dominican Republic and the Living in Panama Guide. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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Guide to Living in Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne, Australia: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Melbourne
Australia Forum
Meet other people living in Melbourne.
Moving to Melbourne, Australia
Expats offer advice about everything you need to know before moving to Melbourne: what to bring (and what to leave behind), how to find housing and more.
Pros and Cons of Living in Melbourne, Australia
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats and digital nomads have to say about the pros and cons of living in Melbourne, Australia.
Expats Talk about Living in Melbourne
Expats share their experiences living in Melbourne, Australia and offer advice about meeting people, schools and more.
Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Melbourne.
Expat Report: Culture Shock in Melbourne
An Austrian who moved to Australia shares her experiences with culture shock. Unfortunately, she hasn't grown to love life in Australia and finds younger locals superficial and self involved.
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