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KOI Professional Development Workshop: Thriving in Sydney

To help you make the most of your time in Sydney, we’re excited to invite you to a 1-hour online webinar packed with practical advice and resources. Whether you're new to Sydney…

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To help you make the most of your time in Sydney, we’re excited to invite you to a 1-hour online webinar packed with practical advice and resources. Whether you’re new to Sydney or have been here for a while, this session will focus on the key areas that matter most to students like you.

Webinar Details:

Title: Thriving in Sydney

Date: 21 March 2025
Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Platform: Google Meet
Registration Link: [KOI Google Form Link]

What We’ll Cover:

We’ve carefully selected the most helpful topics to make your life in Sydney easier:

  1. Accommodation:
    • How to navigate Sydney’s competitive rental market.
    • Tips for finding affordable and safe accommodation.
    • Your rights as a tenant in NSW.
  2. Transportation:
    • A guide to Sydney’s public transport system (Opal cards, trains, buses, and ferries).
    • Tips for saving money on transport.
    • Alternative options like cycling and ride-sharing.
  3. Budgeting & Financial Management:
    • How to create a realistic budget and stick to it.
    • Tips for saving money and managing expenses.
    • Understanding taxes, superannuation, and financial support services in Australia.
  4. Balancing Work and Study:
    • Time management strategies to avoid burnout.
    • Tips for juggling part-time work and study commitments.
    • Resources available to support your academic and professional goals.

What We’ll Provide:

What to expect

  • Handy Resources: After the webinar, we’ll share all the slides, guides, and links to useful tools and websites.
  • Highlighting the Essentials: We’ll focus on the most practical and helpful information to save you time and stress.

We Want to Hear from You!

  • Share Your Stories: Tell us about your experiences living and studying in Australia. What challenges have you faced, and how did you overcome them?
  • Your Feedback Matters: We’d love to hear your suggestions for future Professional Development (P.D.) Workshops. What topics would you like us to cover next?

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, share, and connect. Register now using the link below:

[Google Form Registration Link]

If you have any questions or specific topics you’d like us to address, feel free to get in touch at [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you online!

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Acknowledgement of Country

KOI Student Society acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where our Sydney community learns, works and connects, and the Awabakal and Worimi peoples, Traditional Custodians of the lands of our Newcastle community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and recognise their continuing connection to Country.

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