UNSW International Student Life

Want to become a food delivery cyclist OR gain confidence cycling on the roads? Then register here: https://events.humanitix.com/bike-safety-workshop 🔥

Food delivery by bike is popular in NSW, offering students an opportunity to earn a living (get that bag ), burn some calories and serve the community by getting food to hungry people However, students don't know much about the food delivery industry, bike safety and road rules
So don't miss out on this amazing opportunity for a (wheel) good time and join us for a...

SPECIAL BIKE SAFETY WORKSHOP
Date: THURSDAY 30 JUNE (Week 5)
Time: 10am - 3pm
Location: Central Lecture Block 4 - Near Boost Juice and Subway at UNSW Sydney
Registration: https://events.humanitix.com/bike-safety-workshop

See you there!

Looking for food delivery riders!!!!! UNSW Student Support and UNSW Health Promotions are planning a workshop for students who are interested in or are already working as delivery riders in 2 weeks. It will include topics like paying tax as a contractor, tracking hours, working in the gig economy and touch on safety and more. We are also developing a website and aim to create a community where you can all information share and support each other. Since this is for YOU, we'd love to hear from our delivery riders and potential new riders to make sure we delivery what YOU want and need. Please email Pia Larsson in Student Support: [email protected] if you're happy to share your experiences and feedback on this with us. Looking forward to hearing from you!

TAX TIME ANNOUNCEMENT! It's that time of year again! Make sure you lodge your tax return for 20/21 by 31st of October!

If you've had an income that was taxed or that you need to pay tax on, you need to lodge a tax return regardless of how little or much you earned!

Remember, all income you've earnt (whether it was as an employee or sole trader/contractor) should be taxed!

ATO (Australian Taxation Office) offers great support on their website and you can get personal help by calling them as well! USE IT if you get stuck or get help from a tax agent if you need more support or will lodge your tax return late! https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals/Your-tax-return/In-detail/Tax-essentials/?gclid=CjwKCAjw_L6LBhBbEiwA4c46up2YPtsB-B4xGiX6Kyt7Ys6d2J9HZbswzs5g_r03BTydOQbCv_7KYBoCZDEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Want to support new students, build community and learn about other cultures? Be a Cultural Mentor to make new friends, get involved in fun activities, and contribute to the successful transition of new students at UNSW!

Application is now open until Monday 9 Aug 2021, apply now!

Be a Cultural Mentor to International Students Use your knowledge and experience as a senior UNSW student (local or international) to help newly arrived international students adjust and feel at home in their new environment.

As of 1 July 2021, several changes to Australia’s visa and immigration policies have been implemented. Do you want to know how these changes impact international students?

Explaining the July 1 Visa Changes and How They Impact International Students - Insider Guides As of 1 July 2021, changes to Australia’s visa and immigration policies have been implemented. How do these impact international students?

If you're wanting to find work while studying, Study NSW can guide you to finding that job!

Work - Study NSW Work Working while studying If you are a student with a Student Visa, you may be able to work for up to 40 hours per fortnight during the year (and full time during scheduled study breaks), but not all students will be eligible.This section explains some of the rules and regulations of employment, a...

Come join us today at 4pm ONLINE for 45mins of SMASH KARTS for some chaotic driving with students from around the globe! Register now to get the link!

https://student.unsw.edu.au/events/2021/06/international-students-game-night-smash-karts?fbclid=IwAR3KN-UZ-HhkKakKQNKqFpTkX5WyQ3iJDvRKsmq7sZp1ZFMFBspUtd8a7UI

International Students Game Night - Smash Karts! Let’s come together for a night of SMASH KARTS to mingle (or be extremely chaotic) with students from around the globe!

Want to play Mario Karts, but do not have a Nintendo Device? We have a solution! Let’s come together ONLINE for a night of SMASH KARTS to mingle (or be extremely chaotic) with students from around the globe!

https://student.unsw.edu.au/events/2021/06/international-students-game-night-smash-karts

Do you want to make friends outside the classroom setting and be more socially active despite being online, or even offshore?

𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝟭𝟬𝟭 will equip you with all the tips and tricks to make new friends through study groups, joining clubs and societies etc.

Register now as the first step to being more socially active!

https://student.unsw.edu.au/events/2021/05/prepping-success-be-more-socially-active-101-virtualBeing

Prepping for Success | Be more socially active 101 | Virtual Meeting new and exciting people is part of the uni experience. Get tips and tricks from fellow students that know what it's like to be new on campus.

Come one come all! *This is an online event**

Let’s come together to for a night of UNO to mingle with students from around the globe wit that sweet sweet +4 UNO cards!😏

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/x/international-students-game-night-uno-tickets-156629544183