How do i find out about the unemployment benefit in australia while looking for work?

Im moving from nz to go australia to be a nail technician, i have applied for jobs but they say the same thing, apply when you get here. And i dont want to risk losing my savings so am trying to figure out if i can get government/financial support until i get a job there.

NO – as coming from NZ you are NOT entitled to any Australian benefit or pension for 2 years …

You will have to live off your savings untill you get a job.

This law was changed in 2000 to stop the kiwis coming over and living off the dole

See centrelink.gov.au for confirmation

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2 Responses to “How do i find out about the unemployment benefit in australia while looking for work?”

Maia on March 13th, 2010 at 6:50 am

You could contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau. Try finding the Australian Government Agencies on-line, for bits of advice too.Work and Income Support in NZ may give a little bit of advice.
All the best to you for the future!
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K Bear on March 13th, 2010 at 7:27 am

NO – as coming from NZ you are NOT entitled to any Australian benefit or pension for 2 years …

You will have to live off your savings untill you get a job.

This law was changed in 2000 to stop the kiwis coming over and living off the dole

See centrelink.gov.au for confirmation
References :

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