About Australia (for tourists)

Provides information about Australian history, from the Aboriginal Dreamtime to British settlement, our convict history and the birth of a modern, multicultural nation.

http://www.australia.com/about/AboutAustralia.aspx?

Advice for travellers - Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) enables you to claim a refund, subject to certain conditions, of the goods and services tax (GST) and wine equalisation tax (WET) that you pay on goods you buy in Australia.

http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page4646.asp

Australian currency

A brief introduction to Australian currency and its history, with links to further information.

http://www.dfat.gov.au/facts/currency.html

Australian Federation of Travel Agents - Find a travel agent

The Australian Federation of Travel Agents Limited (AFTA) is the peak body for Australia's travel agents and represents the majority of travel agents in Australia. It is an affiliated member of the World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA). This page provides the ability to search for a travel agent by location (suburb or postcode).

http://www.afta.com.au/FindTravelAgent

Climate

Bureau of Meteorology climate information pages with additional maps, educational materials and access to SILO services for agriculture.

http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/

Climate tips for travellers

Provides tips for travellers on Australia's climate from the Bureau of Meteorology.

http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/environ/travel/index.shtml

Consumer information for visitors to Australia

The Australian Government provides consumer information in a range of languages to help travellers get the most out of their trip to Australia. Includes links to purchasing a holiday package, consumer rights, hiring a motor vehicle and how to lodge a complaint if you believe you have been unfairly treated by a business while in Australia.

http://www.ret.gov.au/tourism/information_for_visitors/ConsumerInformation/Pages/default.aspx

Exchange rates

Current exchange rates as listed by the Reserve Bank of Australia.

http://www.rba.gov.au/statistics/tables/index.html#exchange_rates

For travellers and visitors

Medicines brought into and taken out of Australia may be subject to respective import and export controls. If you are travelling into or out of Australia it is advisable that you have essential medicines for existing medical conditions.

http://www.tga.gov.au/consumers/travellers.htm

Foreign embassies and consulates in Australia

A list of foreign embassies and high commissions, consulates, multilateral missions and representative offices in Australia.

http://protocol.dfat.gov.au/Mission/list.rails

Frequently asked questions (about bringing goods into Australia)

Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service page providing answers to frequently asked questions. Includes a list of some items commonly brought into Australia by travellers with their import conditions.

http://www.daff.gov.au/aqis/faqs

Getting married in Australia

The Attorney-General's Department provides information related to getting married in Australia.

http://www.ag.gov.au/www/agd/agd.nsf/Page/MarriageGetting_Married

Health Emergency

The Australian Government's Health Emergency website keeps you up-to-date with important information about health emergencies in Australia, and the actions you can take to protect yourself, your family and the community. Guidance provided is based on current information and is subject to change based on ongoing surveillance and risk assessment.

http://www.healthemergency.gov.au/

Map of Australia [single page]

A4 size map of Australia in colour showing capital cities, state borders, elevation etc.

http://www.ga.gov.au/images/GA1073.jpg

Overseas driver licences

Austroads page containing information for overseas drivers driving in Australia while on holidays. Visiting drivers must carry their valid overseas licence with them at all times while driving in Australia.

http://austroads.com.au/driver-licences/overseas-driver-licences

Reciprocal health care agreements

Reciprocal health care agreements give Australian residents cover for the cost of medical treatment when travelling in some countries. They also give visitors from these countries some health services and subsidised medicines while visiting Australia.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/Medicare/reciprocal-health-care-agreements

SmartGate

SmartGate gives some travellers arriving into Australia's international airports the option to self-process through passport control. It uses the data in the ePassport and face recognition technology to perform the customs and immigration checks that are usually conducted by a Customs and Border Protection officer. SmartGate can be used by Australian and New Zealand ePassport holders, aged 18 or over. It will be gradually opened to other nationalities that have ePassports.

http://australia.gov.au/service/smartgate

Theme and Reference Maps

A range of theme and reference maps are available from Geoscience Australia. Some are also available as free resources for download.

http://www.ga.gov.au/topographic-mapping/theme-and-reference-maps.html

Transport

Page containing information on public transport and private vehicles in Australia to help intending and newly-arrived migrants and refugees settle in Australia. Contains links to other information including public transport information in each state and territory.

http://www.immi.gov.au/living-in-australia/settle-in-australia/everyday-life/transport/index.htm

TravelSECURE

TravelSECURE website is designed to help domestic and international travellers learn more about the security measures in place at Australian airports and the actions they need to take to comply with these measures.

http://travelsecure.infrastructure.gov.au/

Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) for Organisations

Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) allows organisations to check the visa entitlements of a visa holder.

http://australia.gov.au/service/visa-entitlement-verification-online-VEVO-for-organisations

Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) for Visa Holders

Visa holders, who do not have a label in their passport, can confirm their current visa details.

http://australia.gov.au/service/visa-entitlement-verification-online-VEVO-for-visa-holders

What can't I take into Australia?

Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service page providing information on prohibited items that can't be taken into Australia as well as items that must be declared and inspected.

http://www.daff.gov.au/aqis/travel/entering-australia/cant-take