Education & Training
True/False: You only need to apply for Centrelink Youth Allowance once, even if your circumstances change.
False - You need to submit an initial claim but you must change/ adjust this each time your life circumstances change i.e., study load, full-time, part-time etc.
Name 3 common utilities you may need to set-up in a new rental property.
Electricity, internet, water, gas
How many hours a week is typically considered full-time?
38
Name at least two types of public transportation in the city.
Trains, Bus, Trams, Taxi
Name three of the big four banks in Australia?
Commonwealth, Westpac, NAB, ANZ
How many years does it typically take to earn a bachelor's degree?
4 years
How long is a standard apartment/ house lease in Victoria? (There are other agreements but the most common is...)
12 Months
Name the two main documents you may need to provide in order to get a job.
Resume & cover letter
What is the minimum age you can get your drivers licence in South Australia?
17
What is the name of the document that shows your earnings and deductions each pay cycle?
Pay Slip
Name the one exam most Universities and Tafe's will make you undertake in order to work in any form of education. I.e., Teaching, tutor, child care etc.
LANTITE test
If the monthly rent on a rental property is $750, how much is the deposit (bond) likely to be?
$750 - Typically equal to one months rent.
Name at least 2 documents you may need to provide when starting a new job.
Driver's licence, Birth Certificate, Medicare Card, Passport (if applicable), Proof of address (bill/ invoice)
What are two ongoing costs of owning a car (besides fuel)?
Insurance/ Registration/ Servicing (Maintenance)
What is the deadline for filing your tax return in Australia? (If completing it by yourself).
Self Lodgers = October 31st
Name one type of financial aid that does not have to be paid back.
Bursary, Scholarship, Grant
What is the common amount of notice required before moving out of a rental in Victoria?
28 Days or 4 Weeks.
Name at least three soft skills that employers will typically look for when deciding on an employee. (Must be on my list of 8).
Communication, reliability, teamwork, problem solving, adaptability, postivie attitude, eye-contact, time management.
What is the name of the public transport ticketing system used on trains, trams and buses in metropolitan Melbourne?
Myki
When you start a job in Australia, what is the name of the number you give your employer to help ensure the correct amount of tax is deducted from your wages?
Tax File Number (TFN)
Name at least three types of qualifications you may require to work on a construction site.
First aid, White-card, Working at heights, Forklift license, High risk work licence.
What might be one major 'red flag' in a private rental listing that might indicate a scam?
Answers include: 'Rent way below market value' - Being asked to pay in cash - Poor grammar in the listing - no face to face hand over.
Name two types of people you could list as a referrence on a job application.
Teacher, Coach, Supervisor, Mentor - Not a family member.
After purchasing a registered vehicle privately in Victoria, how long does the buyer have to notify VicRoads and complete the registration transfer?
14 Days
Your pay slip shows your gross pay to be $1450 but only $1085 goes into your bank account what is the name of the $1085 figure called?
Net Pay (take home pay)