The Koala Club Podcast

Welcome to our first-ever video podcast, and no better time to launch this than Christmas time with this special episode! We get into the full festive spirit to demonstrate how Christmas crackers work, and recap our 2022 with you with some cool stats (ft. you!). Massive THANK YOU for tuning in and supporting us. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2023 to you all :) Links to episodes mentioned: Christmas in Australia (2021): https://www.bit.ly/3v7WyIx The evolution of university education and the impact on international students ft. UOW Vice-Chancellor Professor Patricia Davidson: https://www.bit.ly/3G6G4H6 A guide to internships in Australia for international students: https://www.bit.ly/3jjjIJo Course overview series: Bachelor of Computer Science ft. Linh Tran (Linh Ei): https://www.bit.ly/3jjmpLd Course overview series: Bachelor of Commerce ft. Annie Mai: https://www.bit.ly/3PFLkoh Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast Instagram - koalaclubpod Youtube - The Koala Club Podcast: https://www.bit.ly/3BQTJzB We would love for you to support us with a coffee. Caffeine helps us create great content ;) Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Jingle Bells by Kevin MacLeod http://incompetech.com Creative Commons — Attribution 4.0 International — CC BY 4.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/_jingle-bells Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/8ahD-2LK_Zw

Buying a car sounds like a great step toward adulthood, but what does it really involve and how would that impact you? In this episode, we share a comprehensive guide to buying a car as an international student in Australia, everything from considering whether you really need this car, where to purchase a car, and what you should know, to what happens after your purchase. We break down important things about finances and insurance relating to cars and include some handy tips to help you navigate your first big purchase. If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple podcast, we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word around with your friends! Timestamps: (2:20) Our experience with buying a car in Australia (8:38) Do you really need a car? (18:02) Where to buy a car & what you should know (31:52) After your car purchase Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

In this episode we take you on a quick trip around Australia, sharing key places that we recommend you visit once you're in the land down under. Some of these places we have been to, and some are on our wish list as well. Enjoy this quick and fun tour with us! This is not an exhaustive list though, there are so many beautiful places in Australia that are not mentioned ;) If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple podcast, we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word around with your friends! Links: Cairns & Great Barrier Reef (Far North Queensland): https://www.timeout.com/cairns/things-to-do/best-things-to-do-in-cairns South Australia four-wheel driving: https://southaustralia.com/travel-blog/four-wheel-driving-on-south-australian-beaches Tasmania lavender fields: https://www.discovertasmania.com.au/experiences/stories/lavender-in-tasmania/ Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Episode cover art designed by Canva Photo credits: Hao Tran, Laura Barry on Unsplash Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

Nhat (Soleil) joins us with a cool breeze of creativity about her study journey for two Bachelor degrees in Landscape Architecture & Creative Arts. We also hear about her interesting work journey in graphic design and now a senior landscape architect (what do landscape architects actually do?). Nhat also has an exciting side hustle - being a Twitch streamer, streaming art, games, and raising charity money in her spare time, which we were super keen to learn more about. Also, did we mention that Nhat designed our amazing podcast logo and main artwork (the one of us in drawing form)?! Check out Nhat's work here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soleilndstudio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soleil.boo/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/soleilboo Skilled Occupation List mentioned in the episode: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple podcast, we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word around with your friends! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram [yes, our guest speaker today!]

What should you consider before you go ahead with accepting that unpaid internship? Is it worth it? In this episode, we discuss whether international students should be going for this opportunity, what you should look out for, and share our own experiences. Our detailed episode on Internships if you want a further deep dive into the topic: https://anchor.fm/koalaclubpod/episodes/S1E3-A-guide-to-internships-in-Australia-for-international-students-e1lsevh If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple, we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word with your friends! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

Ever wondered what life is like doing a Doctor of Philosophy? In this interesting episode we are thrilled to have Paul Ikutegbe on the podcast, to hear about his experience with doing a PhD in Human Resources, as well as being a HR Manager. We also get a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes into how a HR professional screen applications - great resume, cover letter & interview (including virtual) tips included, this episode is not to be missed! Timestamps: (11:58) The PhD student life (26:17) The HR Manager life (42:36) Resume & cover letter tips (1:01:41) Interview tips If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple podcast, we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word around with your friends! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

Have you ever felt down and worried because of your not-so-good marks at university? Do good marks determine whether you get a job after graduation? In this episode, Kevin and Trang discuss how important marks are and whether other factors play a part in securing a job after your study. If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple podcast, we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word around with your friends! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

G'day mate! We are back! Welcome to Season 2 of The Koala Club Podcast, this is the first episode after our break. We had a fun and light-hearted session exchanging Australian slang words. If you're a newly arrived international student, these slang words will be handy as you navigate through your first experience in Australia! If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review, and share the word around with your friends! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

It's tax time in Australia! That means it's time for you to lodge your income tax return. We know from experience that in your first (or tenth!) year in Australia, tax can be an overwhelming and complicated area! That's why we've put together this episode to take you through the very basics of the Australian income tax system, and how to prepare your income tax return as an international student. We also break down what you must know about Tax File Numbers and the TFN declaration. This episode contains must-know info on your income tax, do not miss this! Disclaimer: we are not giving financial advice in any way, all information is general in nature and does not apply to your specific individual scenarios. Please seek professional advice if you have any questions :) If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Timestamps: (2:48) What is a Tax File Number? (7:39) Background to preparing your income tax return (11:31) The income tax return (19:55) The TFN declaration Links: Applying for a TFN: https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals/tax-file-number/apply-for-a-tfn/ ATO tax withheld calculator: https://www.ato.gov.au/Calculators-and-tools/Tax-withheld-calculator/ Income tax rates: https://www.ato.gov.au/rates/individual-income-tax-rates Income tax deductions: https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Income-and-deductions/Deductions-you-can-claim/ Medicare & exemption: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare-and-tax?context=60092 Individual tax return instructions: https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Tax-return/2022/ Tax volunteers: https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Your-tax-return/Help-and-support-to-lodge-your-tax-return/tax-help-program/ TFN declaration form: https://www.ato.gov.au/uploadedFiles/Content/IND/Downloads/TFN_declaration_form_N3092.pdf Working out your tax residency: https://www.ato.gov.au/Calculators-and-tools/Work-out-your-tax-residency/ Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

In this episode, we are delighted to interview Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Wollongong, Professor Patricia Davidson (also known as Trish), about how university education has changed over the years and what it could mean for international students. With her incredible wealth of experience in nursing, education, and leadership, Trish shares with us her vision for improving the quality of education for all students. In particular for international students, we talk to Trish about the future shift in the learning space, and how to navigate the constantly evolving learning environment to ensure successful graduate outcomes for international students. We hear from Trish just how important education is, not just for individuals, but for the wider community and economy. We gained some fascinating insight and tips in this episode, and cannot wait to share them with you all! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

In the third episode of our mini-series, Kevin is put on the spot to be interviewed about his experience with studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), majoring in Civil Engineering. Kevin tells us about the Bachelor course in detail, and gives handy tips on how to ace that Honours year! We hear more about what a civil engineer actually does, and what endless career paths are possible with an engineering degree. If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple Podcast we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

In this episode, Trang chats to Annie Mai, who shares her interesting journey of where the Bachelor of Commerce (Accountancy) has led her. Annie is not who you would refer to as a 'traditional accountant' but more of a 'modern accountant', working with data and embracing technological and digital change. If you're curious about where studies in Commerce and Accountancy can take you, this is the episode for you! If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

The Matrix was a massive blockbuster movie in our childhood. The hero in this movie is Neo, a guy who can dodge bullets, perform kung-fu, and does all of that while looking ridiculously good. If the Matrix was real though, the true heroes will probably be the software engineers, who build the Matrix world with their impressive programming skills. Today, we are talking to one of those heroes in the making, an ordinary international student who is achieving extra-ordinary things, kicking goals, and doing all of that while also looking ridiculously good (on her own Youtube channel). We are kicking off our mini-series on overviews of Bachelor courses with a bang. In this episode we are interviewing Linh Tran (Linh Ei on Youtube), a Bachelor of Computer Science international student at the University of Wollongong. We hear about her experience with the course and her impressive resume with internships and jobs. Computer Science being an area increasingly of interest and sought after, you do not want to miss this episode! If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Links: Linh Ei Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwWV-hzrc7wae-gZyITY5uA/featured Linh's video on Bachelor of Computer Science: https://youtu.be/YKehAXGtPp4 Our previous episodes: Why we started this podcast: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-vit5b-108d152 A guide to choosing your university course: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-6buyv-111a8d4 Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

As scholarships is a key area of interest for a lot of international students, we have prepared this episode as a short guide to this topic. We talk about where you should be doing your research, and outline the types of scholarships available from the Australian Government and from the universities/education providers. Lastly we discuss what should be included in your scholarship application. Goodluck scholarship hunting! If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Timestamps: (0:55) Sources of scholarships & where to research (2:55) Australian Government scholarships (8:53) Scholarships from education providers (13:40) The scholarship application Links: https://search.studyaustralia.gov.au/scholarship/search-results.html https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/english/study/scholarships https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards https://www.dese.gov.au/destination-australia https://www.dese.gov.au/research-training-program-frequently-asked-questions-students Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

In this episode we discuss a very common question by many international students and their parents, pondering if the students should come to Australia for high school or after high school. We outline our opposite experiences arriving to Australia for high school and for university, and what factors you should consider before making this decision. If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

For many international students, studying abroad is the first time they are taking full ownership of their money and expenses. As an international student we know every dollar you save counts! In this fun episode we share our 10 practical tips to save money during your study journey. Happy saving! If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

Welcome to our first episode for 2022! In this episode, we discuss what accommodation options are available to international students when they come to Australia, including the costs of each option and what to be aware of. Hear about our own experience with accommodation here as students, and what you should consider before picking the right option for you. Is homestay like living with another set of parents? Should you sign a contract for a private rental? What are bonds? We answer these questions in this episode! If you're listening to this on Spotify or Apple we would be so grateful if you could leave us a rating/review! Timestamps: (1:07) Homestay (16:29) Private rental (29:47) University accommodation (35:06) Picking the right option for you Links: Homestay meal expectations: https://www.homestaynetwork.org/student-meal-expectations/ Australian Homestay network: https://www.homestaynetwork.org/ Homestay pricing - Sydney: https://www.homestaynetwork.org/sydney-pricing/ Further info: https://www.study.sydney/live/accommodation Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

In this special episode to wrap up 2021, Kevin and Trang share what the Christmas and New Year holidays are like in Australia, and what you can get up to during this festive period!] If you have enjoyed listening to our podcast so far, we would be so grateful if you could please leave us a rating on Spotify or Apple Podcast :) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone! See you in 2022! Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

Now that you‘ve chosen your course and the universities, it‘s time to apply! What documents are required to apply for a course? When should you apply for your visa? It can be overwhelming to think of the process, timings and the documentation involved. In this episode, Kevin and Trang break down in detail the 10 steps from start to finish, to get you from first applying to finally arriving in Australia. Timestamps: (3:13) Should you apply directly or through an agent? (9:10) The 10-step process Links: Universities Admissions Centre (for international students studying high school in Aus) https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/how-to-apply-for-uni Overseas Student Health Cover: https://www.privatehealth.gov.au/health_insurance/overseas/overseas_student_health_cover.htm Student visa details & document checklist tool: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#HowTo Visa entry & requirements: https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/english/visas-travel-covid-19/visas-travel-covid-19/step-by-step-guide-to-visa-and-entry-requirements Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500/genuine-temporary-entrant Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

”When we are studying and trying to achieve, we are opening doors to our future, but we are also closing doors.” In this episode, Kevin and Trang interview special guest Ms. Kaye Osborn, mentor, ex-manager and friend of the two, who has had 22 years of experience in the international education and recruitment space in Australia. Kaye will provide insight into some very common topics of concern for international students - think admissions & scholarships! We hear from Kaye about her interesting past experience and stories, and also her vision for the future of the industry. We hope you enjoy hearing about Kaye‘s inspiring work and life experience, as much as we did! Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

Choosing which course to study can be an overwhelming decision, after all, it defines your career path! In this episode, Kevin and Trang break down what factors would impact your course choice and what you should consider. They outline useful sources of information to help with your decision and give you some action points to take away to start preparing for your course. **Check out our radio interview with ABC Illawarra in the links below! Timestamps: (4:09) Factors determining your choice of university course (18:13) Useful resources for your research (29:12) Building up your action plan Links: Our radio interview with ABC Illawarra: https://fb.watch/8XyJSF-ltO/ Australian Government job occupation/industry outlook & career quiz: https://joboutlook.gov.au Australian Government website for international students (including search tools): https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

With on and off lockdowns in Australia and around the world, the shift to working from home, just like studying from home, has been a major change in many people‘s life (so much that ‘WFH‘ is a well-recognised acronym!). As more international students are set to graduate and join the workforce, Trang and Kevin share their experience with WFH to give a picture of what this new trend looks like. They discuss the benefits and drawbacks of WFH, how to maximise the benefits and minimise the disadvantages of this experience, and what the future could hold for studying and working from home. Are they here to stay? Timestamps: (5:43) Our WFH setups (12:48) Benefits of WFH (20:44) Drawbacks of WFH (29:20) How to maximise benefits & minimise disadvantages of WFH (48:31) The future of studying and working from home Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

When the pandemic hit, everyone‘s lifestyles had to adapt rapidly, including international students quickly moving to online studying. In this episode with our first ever guest speaker, we chat to Khanh Ngo, a current Bachelor of Computer Science international student at UOW, about his experience with studying from home in Australia during the pandemic. He will share what he sees as advantages from this change, as well as the challenges he has faced. Bonus - we get a glimpse into his fascinating major of study - ‘Big Data‘! Timestamps: (1:00) Introducing our guest speaker (11:10) Khanh describes his study from home experience (33:44) Khanh‘s question for us Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

In this second part on the topic of casual work, Kevin shares his own diverse experience working casual jobs (including the least expected jobs!). Kevin and Trang share valuable points on what to look out for and what you NEED to know before working casually, as well as tips on resume and interviews skills to get you that casual job. Handy tips inside, you don't want to miss this! Timestamps: (0:50) Kevin's casual work journey (32:23) Things to look out for when working casually (45:00) Resume & interview tips for casual jobs Links to things discussed in the episode: Minimum wages: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/pay/minimum-wages Pay calculator to check your correct wages rate (based on occupation and age): https://calculate.fairwork.gov.au/FindYourAward Individual income tax rates: https://www.ato.gov.au/rates/individual-income-tax-rates/ Avenues to resolve workplace problems: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/workplace-problems/fixing-a-workplace-problem Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

Wondering what types of part-time or casual work are available for international students? In this episode, Kevin and Trang talk about the range of casual jobs in Australia for international students and where and how to look for these jobs. Trang will share memorable stories of her experience with casual jobs! Timestamps: (2:05) What is casual & part-time work? (5:23) Types of casual work for international students (11:08) Where to look for casual work? (22:40) Trang's casual work journey Like & follow The Koala Club Podcast on Facebook & Instagram @koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

Kevin and Trang take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about their days of being an international student, and compare to what life is like now as full-time workers. They reflect on the joys of university times and question if they would go back and re-live the life of an international student. Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram

Internships - the buzz word that all international students pay great attention to. In this episode, Kevin and Trang talk about ways to obtain your first internship, including how they got theirs, and how to make the most of your internship experience. They also answer the debatable question ”Should I work for free in an unpaid internship?” Timestamps: (1:46) Intro to internships (3:57) Ways to obtain your first internship (18:29) How to make the most of your internship (26:23) Should I work for free in an unpaid Internship? **Apologies for the audio pitch change at (7:55) - (10:40). This is the first time we recorded via Zoom during covid lockdown! Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

In this episode of The Koala Club Podcast, Kevin and Trang discuss the levels of higher education in Australia, what are majors, minors and double degrees. They also delve deeper into the courses they have completed - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce (Dean's Scholar). Timestamps: (0:18) - Intro (1:15) - The University Year (3:29) - Foundation Courses (4:57) - Bachelor's Degrees: Majors, Double Majors & Minors (6:47) - Double Degrees (8:11) - Master's Degrees (9:39) - Doctoral Degrees (13:32) - Trang's Study Path (20:36) - Kevin's Study Path **Apologies for the sound technical issue at 15.09 - 20.00! Shownotes: https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/australian-education/universities-and-higher-education Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram Social Media: Facebook - The Koala Club Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/koalaclubpod/ Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/koalaclubpod/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-5VTzdXOr0qRTELchqufw We would love for you to support us with a coffee - caffeine helps us create great content ;) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/koalaclubpod

In this first episode, Kevin and Trang introduce themselves, The Koala Club and the purpose and reasons behind creating this podcast. Show notes: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-06-11/nsw-international-student-pilot-plan-welcomed-covid/100208006 Timestamps: (1:01) - News Update (2:51) - Trang's Profile (3:56) - Kevin's Profile (5:11) - What is The Koala Club? (5:38) - Our why's Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay Logo & artwork by @soleil.boo on Instagram