Health & safety
Australians tend to have a very healthy and active lifestyle. Temperate weather and beautiful parks and beaches make this the perfect place for sports and leisure activities. However, there is a side to Australian life that you must be careful of – poisonous animals and the dangerous sun!
This section of the website shares information about general health and welfare, and gives advice on protecting you and your family in a climate and environment you may not be used to.
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Dental care

Visitng a dentist can be an expensive trip, so know what the
costs are, and plan in advance with medical insurance. Learn more
Smoking & Cigarettes

Only 20% of Australian smoke cigarettes. The laws are strict, and they cost a lot of money to purchase. Learn more
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Infectious diseases

Infectious diseases are not common in Australia, but some do
exist. It is good to know where they are found. Learn
more
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Crime

Australia is one of the safest places in the world, but nowhere
is perfect! Murder, theft, and assault does occur. Learn more
Public v. private health

Australia has both a public system and a private system for hospital care, and both are very good. Learn more