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Your new life in
exciting Sydney
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Getting Around
Moving around Sydney is easy with an affordable, user-friendly public transport system that connects the central business district with the broader metropolitan area.You’ll need to purchase and load currency to an Opal card to travel on trains, buses, ferries and light rail in Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Hunter Valley, Illawarra and Southern Highlands.
Where to stay
Choose from a range of accommodation options to suit your lifestyle and budget. Stay with a local Australian family for an authentic experience, share an apartment with friends, or live alone.Homestay allows you to live with an Australian host family - usually within 30 minutes of the CBD. You’ll pay a fee that covers accommodation, breakfast and dinner and Greenwich College can make the arrangements on your behalf.
Alternatively, you can rent (or ‘lease’) a house or apartment - either alone or with others.
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Making friends
Sydney is incredibly diverse and the people are warm, friendly and always looking to meet new friends from around the world. In fact, in 2015, Sydney was named the world’s friendliest city by Conde Nast Traveller.Despite this, moving to a new country where you may not know anyone can feel incredibly daunting - so here are our tips to help you make friends and settle in when you arrive:
- Making friends can be as simple as saying 'hello' and seeing where the conversation will take you
- Participate in Greenwich College’s social functions
- Get a job and participate in social occasions with fellow workers, such as Friday night drinks
- Join a sporting club
- Don’t turn down social invitations!
Things to do
With sundrenched, pristine beaches, a diverse cultural and festival calendar, world-class sporting events and incredible shopping precincts, you’ll be entertained year-round in Sydney.Experience the best of Sydney! From the iconic Bondi Beach, just a 20-minute bus ride from Greenwich College, to the serene Northern Beaches, Sydney offers stunning coastlines and vibrant city life.
Enjoy waterside dining, vibrant nightlife, and water sports like surfing and kayaking. If shopping is more your style, explore the Queen Victoria Building, Pitt Street Mall, and other bustling precincts.
Plus, don’t miss our rich cultural events, from world-class festivals to local markets. Check our monthly calendar for more activities!
Safety
Sydney is generally a very safe city to live and study. The crime rate is statistically low, physical assaults are not common and Australia’s extremely restrictive firearms legislation means gun-related violence is remarkably low. However, it is still important that you take precautions to reduce the chance of an incident occurring.General safety tips:
- Ask local friends about places to avoid, especially at night
- Keep valuable possessions out of sight and be aware of surroundings on public transport
- Travel in the front carriage near the driver when the train is almost empty
- Check transport timetables in advance, to help avoid long waits.
- Stand in well lit areas
- Walk in well lit areas, even if this means you must walk a longer distance
- Avoid short cuts through dark, isolated areas
- If you feel threatened in any way when walking, go to a shop or house (with lights on at night) – and ask a person to phone police
- Avoid using cash machines when you're in an isolated area at night
Help available at Greenwich College:
Business hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
Telephone: +61 2 9264 2223
Email: info@greenwichcollege.com.au
Emergency Assistance:
Dial triple zero ‘000’ or ‘112’ from a mobile phone for police, ambulance and fire brigade.
Food & Drink
From trendy cafes, waterfront dining and pub lunches to food trucks, late night dining spots, noodle markets and dessert bars, Sydney is home to great restaurants, cafes and bars. Sydney is incredibly diverse with an amazing range of multicultural food - that’s both affordable and delicious.
Weather
Sydney enjoys a sunny, Mediterranean-style climate all year round. Summers are hot and winters are mild, with rainfall spread fairly evenly throughout the year.In summer (December - February), average maximum temperatures are around 26°C and humidity averages 65% - it’s the perfect time to enjoy Sydney’s pristine beaches and the great outdoors.
Autumn (March - May) is very mild in Sydney with low humidity making it an extremely pleasant time to visit. In winter, (June-August), temperatures average around 16°C but can drop to around 7°C - whilst in spring time (September - November), the city comes alive as Sydney-siders enjoy the longer, warmer days without the humidity of high summer.
Major Attractions
There is always something to do in Sydney! Watch the slide show and click on a link that interests you.
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Experience nature from a new perspective against the breath-taking backdrop of Sydney Harbour and the Sydney CBD. -
The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is a major botanical garden located adjacent to the heart of Sydney, Sydney Harbour the Sydney Opera House and the large public parklands of The Domain Australia. It's open every day of the year and access is free. -
The Rocks became established shortly after the colony of Sydney was formed in 1788. The original buildings are made mostly of local sandstone and today it shines as a tourist destination with shopping, cafes and bars. -
Sydney's Chinatown 雪梨華埠 or 悉尼唐人街 is a located in the southern part of the Sydney central business district, a short walk from Greenwich College, between Central Station and Darling Harbour. It is Australia's largest Chinatown. -
See Manly and the harbour for very little money. Manly Ferry services operate on beautiful Sydney Harbour connecting the beach-side Sydney suburb of Manly with Circular Quay in the CBD. -
This is the most famous walked track in Sydney because it;s easy to get to from the city and passes between two of Australia’s best-known beaches, Bondi and Bronte. It also hosts the Sculpture by the Sea event late Spring. -
See Sydney's famour Opera House by the shore of stunning Sydney Harbour. -
Take your visit to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium to the next level with our incredible experiences, including Behind the Scenes tours and our famous Glass Bottom Boat adventure. -
Climb, walk, drive or catch public transport across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge connecting Sydney's CBD with the North Shore. -
Established in 1871, the Art Gallery of NSW is presents fine international and Australian art in one of the most beautiful museums in the world. Admission to the permanent galleries and some exhibitions and events is free. -
The Queen Victoria Building (or QVB) is a late nineteenth-century Romanesque Revival building that was designed as a marketplace until being refitted as one of Sydney's most beautiful shopping locations. -
With all the colour, sounds and smells of an Asian hawker market plus the buzz, hype and vibe of a huge outdoor festival, the Night Noodle Markets are a must for any foodie. -
Sydney Tower is the tallest structure in the city with a main observation deck almost 50m higher than Auckland's Sky Tower. -
Darling Harbour is adjacent to the west side of the city, a short walk from Greenwich College. Originally called Long Cove, it extends northwards from Chinatown and Cockle Bay to open up at the north end into the larger Sydney Harbour.
Day Trips
Sydney’s surrounding areas are not to be missed! Take a day-trip to experience the beauty of the Blue Mountains and Jenolan Caves or enjoy a weekend away in the beautiful Hunter Valley.
Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains
See The Three Sisters in amongst immense valleys and enormous mountains that stretch on for miles – great for hiking and camping surrounded by native Aussie animals like kangaroos, wombats and koalas.
Jenolan Caves
Jenolan Caves
Located close to the Blue Mountains, explore the extraordinary Jenolan Caves and marvel at the wonders that have developed over millions of years.
Hunter Valley
Hunter Valley
A world famous wine region only 90 minutes from Sydney. Taste unique wines and explore stunning vineyards. Enjoy an elegant meal, hire a bicycle and you may also spot a kangaroo!
Royal National Park
Royal National Park
Enjoy historic landscapes and short walks to lookouts with spectacular views over the Royal National Park, featuring the world famous Wedding Cake Rock. With hidden beaches and plenty of wildlife, this massive national park is on the south side of Sydney.
