Sunshine Coast, QLD
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City Info
City of Sunshine Coast, QLD
Sunshine Coast is the third most populous city in Queensland. The area was first settled by Europeans in the 19th century with development progressing slowly until tourism became an important industry.
Location
The Sunshine Coast is located 100 Km North of Brisbane in South East Queensland.
Sunshine Coast, QLD CBD
The area has several "city centres" at Caloundra, Kawana Waters, Maroochydore and Noosa Heads, Nambour and Maleny which have developed as primary commercial hubs.
Seasons
Winter
Jun to Aug
10°C - 22°CSpring
Sep to Nov
13°C - 25°CSummer
Dec to Feb
18°C - 30°CAutumn
Mar to May
15°C - 25°CTime
Queensland remains on Eastern Standard Time (GMT +10 hours) all year round.
No Smoking
Smoking is not permitted in Queensland within 5 metres of non-residential entrances, and between 5 to 10 metres at beaches, sporting stadiums, near children's playgrounds, at restaurants, bars or clubs either indoor or outdoors $220 on-the-spot fines apply for breaches.
Post Office
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
*Some Open Saturday:
9:00 am – 12:00 pm noonPopulation
300,000 people
Money
Notes or Bills
$5, $10, $20, $50, $100Coins
5¢, 10¢, 20¢, 50¢, $1, $2 (odd cents rounded to the nearest 5¢)Education providers
CRICOS registered institutions for international students: 1 Public Universities, 1 University English Centre, 6 Vocational Colleges, 7 English Language Centres, 17 Private Schools, 30 Public Schools.
Electricity
240/250volts/50Hz
Weather
Subtropical
Shopping
Mon-Wed: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu (suburbs) & Fri (CBD):
9:00 am- 9:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pmBanks
Mon-Thu: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Fridays: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Explore
EXPLORE SUNSHINE COAST
An hour North of Brisbane is the Sunshine Coast, world-renowned for its beautiful beaches,
National parks and friendly communities.Main attractions include:
Australia Zoo, Underwater World aquarium, Surf lessons and surf tours, snorkelling, scuba diving,
fishing, camping and bushwalking.
Weekly markets selling quality fashion, art, handcrafts, fresh produce, etc.
Local wineries is also a must for wine lovers!
(Courtesy of Trade and Investment Queensland)EXPERIENCE AND LIFESTYLE ON THE SUNSHINE COAST
www.visitsunshinecoast.com
www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
www.queenslandholidays.com.au
www.kidsafeqld.com.au
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Transport
Sunshine Coast Airport
http://www.sunshinecoastairport.com.au/ closest international airport see Brisbane Airport)
http://www.sunshinecoastairport.com.au/transport-and-parking/transport-options/ from and to Brisbane https://jp.translink.com.au/plan-your-journey/journey-planner
B 105 Kms approx. from Brisbane Internationa Airport
1h30min by road (allow more time for peak traffic hours), 2h30min by trainGetting around
It is important to learn about all the public transport modes around The Sunshine Coast and Queensland including the bus, train, taxi and bicycle. The cheapest and more convenient way to go around is by purchasing the GoCard, a rechargeable pre-paid electronic card. You “touch on” at the start of the trip and “touch off” when you finish your journey. The Sunshine Coast is divided in different zones (5 to 8). The closer your destination, the cheaper the fare is.
Useful tips
- GoCard is Translink’s electronic ticket that lets you travel on all bus and train services. For information visit www.translink.com.au
- Students doing VET (Vocational programs) and Higher Education (University courses) can obtain discount in public transport. See more www.translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/concessions
- If you are entitled to Student discount, carry your student ID card with you at all times.
- If you are travelling late at night on weekends, find out if there is a night route that goes near your destination as some routes are not scheduled on weekends.
- Disabled and elderly people as well as pregnant women have priority seating.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke in public transport or in taxis.
- Always make sure that your GoCard is topped up with money.
Forms of transport
For the bus and train the fare you pay for the trip depends on how far you travel (zones) and also the time of the day. Go to the Translink website and look for “discounts and ways to save” under “fares and tickets”. Always keep a bus/train time table in your bag or download the App. Remember that times for the above services change on weekends and designated holidays.
WALKING
is a healthy alternative for transport. When crossing a street, wait for the green pedestrian icon. Do not walk or run over a red pedestrian light.
RIDE A BIKE
To cycle you must wear a helmet at all times and follow the road rules.
BUSES
Make sure you hale the bus so the driver stops to pick you up! Always touch on at the beginning of the trip and then off at the end of trip before you leave the bus.
RIDING A MOTORCYCLE
Always wear a helmet. It is now required by law to have a special motorcycle license for models of a certain size. Check with Queensland Transport.
DRIVING
We drive on the left side of the road. To drive in Australia, you need an English translation of your driver’s license. For driving rules in Queensland, check this link https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/road/. If you are going to drink alcohol, do not drive.
TAXIS
A safe mode of transportation in particular if you have been drinking after a party. You can pay the taxi fare with your credit card if you do not carry cash. Always ask for a receipt.
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Hospitals
IMPORTANT NOTE:
International Students must go to Public Hospitals as their Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) does not cover expenses in private hospitals.
Seeking Medical Assistance
- Carry your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) card with you at all times.
- When visting the doctor, you will need to pay for their services (some doctors may bulk bill at no cost to you).
- Keep all receipts so you can obtain reimbursement later.
- All medical emergencies are covered by your Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC).
- If you are unable to attend classes due to being sick, you should obtain a medical certificate from your doctor.
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
3 Doherty St, Birtinya QLD 4575, Australia
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Government Offices
State Library
N/A
City Library
Australian Taxation Office
Website
https://www.ato.gov.au/Residential Tenancy Authority
Website
https://www.rta.qld.gov.au/Dept. of Immigration & Citizenship
Website
https://www.border.gov.au/Fair Work Ombudsman
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Emergency & Assistance
How to make an International call:
0011 + Country Code + City Code + Number
If you don't know your country code, call 1225National Phone Codes
(02) Sydney (NSW) & Canberra (ACT)
(07) Brisbane & Gold Coast (QLD)
(08) Perth (WA), Adelaide (SA) & Darwin (NT)
(04) Mobile (Australia wide)
(03) Melbourne (VIC) & Hobart (TAS)
(13 or 1300) Local calls
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Assistance, Health and Welfare
- Australian Red Cross Queensland www.redcross.org.au 07 3367 7222
- Directory Assistance (within Australia) 1800 810 211
- Directory Assistance (International) 1225
- Domestic and Family Violence 1800 811 811
- Gambling Help Line 1800 858 858
- Lifeline (Counselling Services) www.lifeline.org.au
- Salvation Army www.salvationarmy.org.au
- Sexual Assault Help www.dvconnect.org 1800 010 020
- Sexual Help Service www.health.qld.gov.au 13 43 25 84
- Surf Life Saving Queensland www.lifesaving.com.au 07 3846 8000
- Queensland Health www.health.qld.gov.au 13 43 25 84
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Emergency Numbers
Ambulance
- Police and Fire (emergency only) 000
- Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000
- Policelink (non emergencies) 13 14 44
- School Watch 13 17 88
- Digital Mobile Phone Services (alternative for 000) 112
- Directory Assistance (from a land line) 1234
- Poison Information Centre 13 11 26
- State emergency Service (Sunshine Coast) 07 5420 7568
- Surf Life Saving Queensland 07 3846 8000
- Sunshine Coast Council 07 5475 7272
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Employment and Work Experience
- Fair Work Ombudsman www.fairwork.gov.au
- Australian Internships www.internships.com.au
- Indeed www.indeed.com
- GCA Graduate Careers www.graduatecareers.com.au
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Diplomatic Missions In Australia
List of Diplomatic Missions http://dfat.gov.au
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Government Departments and Agencies
- National Innovation and Science Agenda www.innovation.gov.au
- Australian Human Rights Commission www.humanrights.gov.au
- Residential Tenancies Authority www.rta.qld.gov.au 1300 366 311
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Legal Aid
Legal Aid Queensland www.legalaid.qld.gov.au 1300 651 188
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Lost Credit Cards
- Mastercard www.mastercard.com.au 1800 120 113
- VISA www.visa.com.au 1800-125-440
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Translating and Interpreting
Translating and Interpreting Service www.naati.com.au
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Transport
- Translink https://translink.com.au/seq 13 12 30
- Train www.queenslandrail.com.au
- Airport www.sunshinecoastairport.com.au/Transport-and-Parking
- Go Card https://gocard.translink.com.au/ 13 12 30
- To find an address or a place www.whereis.com
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Utility Services
- LPG Gas www.elgas.com.au 131 161
- Energex www.energex.com.au 13 12 53
- Origin Energy www.originenergy.com.au 13 24 61
- Unity Water www.unitywater.com.au 1300 086 489
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Volunteering
Volunteering Queensland www.volunteeringqld.org.au
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Worship
- Anglican Church anglicanchurchsq.org.au
- Budhist Church www.buddhistcouncilofqueensland.org/directory
- Catholic Church brisbanecatholic.org.au
- Mosques www.muslimdirectory.com.au/directory/mosques
- Sikh Temple www.brisbanesikhtemple.org.au
- Seventh Day Adventists brisbanecentral.adventist.org.au/
- Salvation Army www.salvationarmy.org.au
- Synagogue www.brisbanehebrewcongregation.com
- Other religions directory brisbane-australia.com/brisbane-religion.html
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Assistance, Health and Welfare
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Student Services Directory
Cricos: 03020E
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