# AusBridge

> AusBridge is an Australian settlement support agency based in Melbourne that helps international students transition to life in Australia. The service bundles study placement, verified homestay accommodation, airport pickup, a prepaid SIM card, and settlement support including bank account setup and transport card arrangement. Every host family is screened and all agreements are documented in writing before payment. A dedicated case manager is assigned to each student from the initial inquiry through settlement, with check-ins at week 1, 4, and 8 after arrival. The service operates as a single team on the ground in Melbourne, enabling real-time support rather than call centre responses.

## Pages

- [AusBridge — Homestay & settlement support in Australia](https://www.ausbridge.co/): AusBridge is an Australian settlement support agency based in Melbourne that helps international students transition to life in Australia. The service bundles study placement, verified homestay accommodation, airport pickup, a prepaid SIM c
- [For Students — Arrive with everything arranged | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/students): AusBridge is a service for international students coming to Australia that handles accommodation, airport pickup, SIM card setup, and settlement support. The service begins with a free consultation to understand the student's course, city p
- [For Agents & Schools — Placement partner | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/partners): AusBridge operates a B2B partnership program designed to connect offshore student agencies with onshore Australian colleges and schools. Partners use a dedicated portal to manage the complete student settlement journey, from referral throug
- [Become a Host — Welcome an international student | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/host): AusBridge connects newly arrived international students with verified Australian families, businesses and local partners who want to host. There are three main ways to partner: homestay hosting (families with spare rooms providing accommoda
- [Settlement Guide — Living in Australia | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/guide): AusBridge's Settlement Guide provides practical, real-world information for people settling in Australia. The guide covers pre-departure preparation including documents and packing, city-specific living guides for Melbourne, Sydney, Brisban
- [About AusBridge — People, not an algorithm](https://www.ausbridge.co/about): AusBridge is a Melbourne-based service provider founded to make accommodation accessible and welcoming for international students and digital nomads. The team handles study placement, career matching, verified homestay arrangements, airport
- [Frequently Asked Questions | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/faq): AusBridge provides a Frequently Asked Questions page where users can find answers to common inquiries about the service. The FAQ section is designed to help customers understand how AusBridge works and address typical questions they may hav
- [Contact AusBridge — We reply within one business day](https://www.ausbridge.co/contact): AusBridge is a contact service that responds to inquiries within one business day. The organization commits to timely communication with people who reach out. For specific contact details or to submit a message, visit the AusBridge contact
- [Student Rooms in Melbourne — Bills included | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/for-student): AusBridge provides student rooms in Melbourne with bills included in the rental arrangement. The accommodation is designed to support students seeking housing solutions in the Melbourne area.
- [Agent Partner Program — Refer and earn | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/for-agent): AusBridge operates an Agent Partner Program that allows agents to refer clients and earn commissions through the partnership. The program is part of AusBridge's legacy agent offerings, enabling qualified partners to generate revenue by dire
- [Work in Australia — Farm, factory, city & internships | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/jobs): Four ways to work in Australia on a student or working-holiday visa. See which work your visa allows, what it pays, and how a checked placement is arranged.
- [Farm Work in Australia — Seasonal jobs & the 88 days | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/jobs/farm): Seasonal farm work with checked employers, a written rate before you start, and a record of your days if you are working towards a second-year visa.
- [Factory & Processing Work in Australia | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/jobs/factory): Meat processing, packing and warehouse shifts with rostered hours and a written rate. Some regional sites can count towards a second-year visa.
- [City Jobs in Australia — Part-time work for students | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/jobs/city): Hospitality, retail and cleaning work in your own city, with hours checked against what your student visa allows. No cash-in-hand employers.
- [Internships in Australia — Work in your field | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/jobs/internship): A placement with an Australian business in your own field, with the Fair Work question answered before you start. Paid, or a genuine vocational placement.
- [Employers — Hire students & working-holiday makers | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/employers): Farms, processors, cafés and licensed labour hire providers. We check the ABN, workers compensation and award rate before anyone is introduced to you.

## Articles

- [Becoming a Homestay Host in Australia | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/becoming-a-homestay-host-australia-requirements): What Australian homestay hosts must meet: police and working-with-children checks, the room, safety, meals, under-18 duties and the 60-minute commute rule.
- [Five Places to See in Melbourne | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/five-places-to-see-in-melbourne): The five Melbourne places worth seeing first: Flinders Street Station, Hosier Lane, Princes Bridge, the free City Circle tram, and the parks along the Yarra.
- [Why Do an Internship in Australia | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/why-do-an-internship-in-australia): The real case for an internship in Australia: local experience, referees, workplace English, and what it costs. Plus the rules on unpaid placements.
- [How to Write an Australian Résumé | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/how-to-write-an-australian-resume): Writing a résumé for the Australian market: what to leave out, how to structure it, what referees are for, and how to describe experience so an employer calls you.
- [Australian Job Search Sites | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/how-to-use-australian-job-search-sites): A practical guide to job hunting in Australia: which boards do what, how to set alerts, what a good application looks like, and how to spot a scam listing.
- [Australian Workplace Culture | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/australian-workplace-culture-for-internationals): How Australian workplaces really work: flat hierarchy, first names, direct feedback, meetings, humour, and the unwritten rules of your first job.
- [Australian House Rules | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/australian-house-rules-unwritten-etiquette): The unwritten rules of an Australian household: bins, shoes, showers, noise, the kitchen, and how Australians actually ask for things. Written down for new arrivals.
- [Living Well in a Homestay | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/living-well-in-a-homestay-australia-student-tips): How to settle into an Australian homestay: the first week, what is usually included, house habits worth asking about, and how to raise a problem early.
- [Rental Bond & Lease Checks for Students | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/rental-bond-lease-australia-students-what-to-check): In Australian formal tenancies, a bond is security held by a state government authority, not by the landlord or agent. The condition report—completed on move-in day with photographs—is critical because your bond is assessed against it at th
- [Working While You Study in Australia | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/working-while-you-study-australia-student-rights): International students in Australia have legal rights to minimum wage, payslips, and fair working conditions regardless of their visa type or hours worked. Work conditions are set on your visa grant notice and can be checked through VEVO, t
- [Cost of Living for Students in Australia | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/cost-of-living-australia-international-students-budget): Student living costs in Australia break down into fixed expenses (rent, health insurance) and variable choices (groceries, transport, phone plans). Rent is predictable once you sign a lease, but groceries represent the biggest budget variab
- [Student Visa, OSHC, CoE & CRICOS Explained | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/student-visa-oshc-coe-cricos-explained): Studying in Australia requires understanding four key pieces: the student visa (subclass 500) issued by the Department of Home Affairs, which lets you study full-time; CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) from your institution proving enrollment
- [Which Australian City for Students? | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/melbourne-sydney-brisbane-adelaide-perth-compared-students): Australia's five major student cities each offer distinct characteristics. Melbourne has four seasons with cold, wet winters and a strong café culture, with dense walkable transport via Myki. Sydney is the largest and most spread out with w
- [Australia Pre-Departure Checklist | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/australia-pre-departure-checklist-international-students): International students heading to Australia should plan ahead by confirming accommodation and airport pickup a month before departure, then printing necessary documents two weeks out. Key documents to carry in hand luggage include your pass
- [5 Tips for Student Accommodation in Melbourne | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/5-tips-finding-perfect-student-accommodation-melbourne): Finding student accommodation in Melbourne requires careful planning to avoid costly mistakes. The main accommodation types are homestays (best for first arrivals), share houses (once you know the city), student apartments (if budget allows
- [First Month in Melbourne: A Student Checklist | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/how-to-make-most-first-month-melbourne): International students arriving in Melbourne should complete essential tasks in a specific order during their first month to avoid delays. Week 1 priorities include getting an Australian SIM card and a Myki public transport card, as these a
- [Utilities & Bills in Australian Share Houses | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/electricity-gas-internet-bills-shared-accommodation-australia): In Australian share houses, bills for electricity, gas, water, and internet are typically billed quarterly and should be split between tenants based on the number of days each person lived there during that period, not evenly per quarter. T
- [Top Melbourne Suburbs for Students | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/top-student-friendly-suburbs-melbourne): Melbourne has five main student suburbs, each suited to different needs. Carlton is closest to the University of Melbourne with a walkable commute but smaller rooms. Brunswick offers more space with tram and train access to the city. Clayto
- [Student Hidden Gems in Melbourne: Cafes & Parks | AusBridge](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/melbournes-hidden-gems-cafes-parks-markets-near-campus): Melbourne offers numerous free and affordable hidden gems for students across different campuses. Queen Victoria Market has operated since the 1870s and offers produce at fraction of supermarket prices, especially in the last hour of tradin
- [What's New at AusBridge in 2026](https://www.ausbridge.co/blog/ausbridge-2026-new-suburbs-features-whats-coming-next): AusBridge has modernised its student placement service in 2026 by reducing administrative delays and increasing transparency. Students now apply and sign documents in one sitting online, access a personal portal showing placement status in