Explore Brisbane and surrounds
'I love the fact that Brisbane is a developed CBD but with peaceful and beautiful places to enjoy. It’s also close to mountains, rivers and wonderful scenery surrounding the city. I use public transportation on a daily basis such as the ferry and bus. I found other students and peers were very helpful to help me adjust to a new culture and lifestyle, and HiQ and Student Support services were of great assistance when I needed it.'
Step out of your comfort zone
'Moving to a new country was both an exciting and daunting experience. I’ve learned to take care of myself, be self-motivated, explore a different culture, and find my purpose and direction in life. These valuable lessons all came from the decision to step out of my comfort zone, so I’m grateful that I made up my mind to take this challenge. The airport pickup service took me safely from the airport to my student accommodation, making my transition to life abroad much smoother and less stressful.'
Meet people from around the world
'I really enjoy living in Brisbane because of its wonderful weather, nice balance of nature and city living. It’s a very multicultural city, which I love, as I used to live in Singapore and it’s very similar to that. You meet people from all over the world and it’s easy to strike a conversation with people on the street if you need to ask for directions, everyone is so friendly and welcoming.'