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Houses in Australia vs UK: Design Comparison

May 19, 2020 0 Comment
If you’re a Brit like me and planning on moving Down Under, it won’t take you long to spot the many differences between houses in Australia and those in the …
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A blog post on how Medicare, the public healthcare in Australia, works.
  • Life in Australia / Travel Tips & Info

Medicare Australia: Healthcare System Explained

May 04, 2020 0 Comment
If you’re thinking of moving Down Under, knowing how Medicare Australia, the public healthcare system, works is vital. In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, you’re probably more concerned than ever …
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Find out how much to charge for house sitting in Australia: guide by a professional house sitter and pet sitter in Sydney.
  • House Sitting

How Much to Charge for House Sitting in Australia

April 15, 2020 0 Comment
If you’re considering becoming a house sitter, and you live Down Under, you might be wondering how much to charge for house sitting in Australia. I’ve completed over 100 house …
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Looking down on Sunshine Beach, Noosa on the coastal walk through Noosa National Park, Queensland, Australia.
  • Brisbane to Cairns / Queensland

Noosa National Park Coastal Walk: Stunning Hike with Beaches & Bushland

January 27, 2020 0 Comment
If you’ve read my Noosa 3-day itinerary, you’ll know the Noosa National Park coastal walk is one of the top things I found to do on my trip to the …
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A guide to the fabulous Mardi Gras Sydney, a festival highlighting more than just LGBTQI rights for 40 years. Including Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras history, tips on attending the parade and what to expect.
  • Lifestyle / New South Wales

Mardi Gras Sydney Guide: LGBTQI Festival Celebrations!

January 20, 2020 0 Comment
Mardi Gras Sydney is one of Australia’s most popular celebrations, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world. While the colourful three-hour Mardi Gras parade along Oxford …
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Beach scene from the Noosa Coastal Walk in Noosa National Park.
  • Brisbane to Cairns / Queensland

Noosa 3-Day Itinerary by Public Transport

December 12, 2019 0 Comment
Noosa has been on my list of top destinations to visit in Australia for some time now, and I finally squeezed in a trip last week after grabbing a flight …
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The top things to do in Brighton-Le-Sands, near Sydney airport. Discover waterside restaurants & cafes, a quiet beach, safe swimming area & walk/cycle path.
  • Beaches / New South Wales

Brighton-Le-Sands Guide: Visit the Mediterranean without Leaving Sydney!

November 28, 2019 0 Comment
With calm, clear water, soft white sand and choice of international restaurants, Brighton-Le-Sands down in the south of Sydney is a fantastic spot for a day out, or even a …
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Stay at Byron Bay's famous Arts Factory Lodge, a backpacker resort with tee-pees, lakeside cabins, camping and dorms in NSW Australia.
  • New South Wales / Sydney to Brisbane

Arts Factory Lodge Byron Bay Review: Budget Resort in the Forest!

November 21, 2019 0 Comment
If you read my recent blog post on things to do in Byron Bay, you’ll know that I stayed at the very unique Arts Factory Lodge. This popular backpacker accommodation …
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Cockatoo Island Sydney: view of Sydney Harbour and the docks from the convict precinct.
  • New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Cockatoo Island Sydney: Convicts, Camping & History

November 01, 2019 0 Comment
Situated in the vibrant blue waters of Sydney Harbour, the crumbling, abandoned buildings of UNESCO World-Heritage listed Cockatoo Island are in stark contrast to their glittering backdrop. Once a gruesome …
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Sculpture by the Sea exhibition at Sydney's Tamarama Beach.
  • New South Wales / Walks

Bondi to Coogee Walk & Sculpture by the Sea

October 18, 2019 0 Comment
No trip to Sydney would be complete without doing the famously beautiful Bondi to Coogee walk! If you happen to visit during late October or early November, you’ll also be …
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About Me
~TRAVEL OR MOVE TO AUSTRALIA~

Hi, I’m Lisa Bull, a Brit living in Sydney and founder of Australian expat blog Dreaming of Down Under. I’ve lived in Australia as a student, a backpacker and now a permanent resident, and I’ve travelled almost the entire coastline. I started Dreaming of Down Under to help you travel or move to Australia, and to share the amazing places I’ve discovered living in  Sydney. Read more about me here!

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