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Living in Wollongong

Located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia, Wollongong is the third largest city in the state and is of major industrial importance to the area. The city is a popular destination for tourists, and is often known as ‘The Gong’. Although the origin of its full name is much debated, it is thought that the name ‘Wollongong’ means ‘seas of the South’. There are plenty of sights and attractions for expats living in Wollongong to enjoy, with some of the most popular places to visit including the Science Centre and Planetarium and the 140 km coastal drive known as the ‘Grand Pacific Drive‘. There are also a number of religious buildings in the city, including the Nan Tien Temple. Expatriates living in Wollongong will be able to take in the city’s lively arts scene, featuring music, theater and galleries, and enjoy shopping and leisure activities, as well as explore the area’s many beaches and resorts.

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Mar 30, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Dinner a la francaise for 69.00 - 3 courses. Book direct under Internations (as too many non shows to deal with fallout). Last minute bookings end March 21st, nothing after this date will be accepted
Mar 30, 2024, 9:45 PM
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Mar 31, 2024, 9:00 AM
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let us have Dinner in Peking duck restaurant
Apr 1, 2024, 2:00 AM
4 attendees
Spend a day at the Sydney Royal Easter Show (Show) and you can not only see but also interact with beautiful farmyard animals, taste award-winning produce, shop 'til you drop and, if you dare, feel th

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Moving to Wollongong

Wollongong has a generally lower cost of living than other large cities in New South Wales such as Sydney and Newcastle, and the local wages also reflect this. Expatriates moving to Wollongong will find that the city has an oceanic climate, with mild Australian winters and hot summer periods. Getting to other parts of New South Wales is easy via road and by rail, whilst the city also has its own airport and an extensive bus network operating in the city itself. Expats moving to Wollongong should note that there are a number of recommended schools in the city, as well as the University of Wollongong which is home to a large student population. InterNations is a fantastic website featuring expat related content and those new to Wollongong could benefit from signing up and using the online forums in order to connect with fellow expats in the area and around the world.

Working in Wollongong

Wollongong has a number of industries present in the city, and expats in Wollongong may be able to find work in areas such as education and research, construction and the energy center. Heavy industry is still a main part of the city’s economy, and expatriates seeking work in Wollongong may find opportunities in areas such as mining as well as shipping and more. Other areas providing work opportunities include retail and leisure as well as areas such as finance and business. Expats looking for more information about working in Wollongong should sign up to InterNations and make use of its forum pages in order to connect with fellow global minds. The InterNations community can help members to quickly settle into their new lives abroad through providing information and advice on subjects such as work, housing, education and more from an expatriate perspective.

  • Serhat Ahmed

    Without experience of having lived abroad, I thought it would be hard to get to know other expats. But not with InterNations.

  • Lotta Koskinen

    When I first attended the Sydney Bar night I was really nervous. But everyone welcomed me and I quickly felt as part of the community.

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