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Student Services is the first contact point for all student enquiries. The friendly and helpful Student Services staff can assist students with advice and information about their course, their attendance their results and student activities. They can also tell you where to go to for medical, dental or legal advice. If you have problems of any type they can also refer you to the correct person

If you need any information about anything to do with APC, please see the Student Services staff.

Meet and greet at the airport (upon request), A member of APC staff will meet you at the airport and will take you to your accommodation.

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ABOUT SYDNEY

Australian Pacific College is located in the beautiful city of Sydney and looks over the blue waters of Sydney Harbour. Sydney is recognised as a safe, clean city with fresh air and numerous trees, parks and green spaces. It also has stunning beauty including wonderful supervised surfing beaches where you can walk and swim in safety.  If sport appeals to you, there is a great variety from which to choose.  Australians love sport and either participate in their favourite sport or watch it regularly.

Within walking distance from APC are many cultural and historical places which form the very heart of the city: the Rocks area, rich in history from the colonial past; the Opera House; Darling Harbour, the State Library; Chinatown; and some of the world’s finest Shopping Centres – Sydney has it all and it is all within a five minute train ride or walking distance from the College.

Australians also enjoy eating out in many of the fine restaurants available in Sydney. Restaurants cater for every taste and budget. The cosmopolitan nature of Sydney has enabled the development of a wide variety of ethnic restaurants providing the opportunity to experience cuisine from around the world.

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AUSTRALIAN PEOPLE

Australians are friendly people and quite informal. Don’t forget different countries have different customs. We say 'please' and 'thank you' a lot, and always say 'excuse me' when we talk to a stranger or to someone who is busy. It is okay to shake hands when you meet someone - or just smile and say 'How are you?' Australians use first names a lot, but with older people wait until they ask you. Call them 'Mr Smith' or 'Mrs Smith' or by their first name if they ask you.

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CLIMATE

Sydney Climate is temperate with 342 days a year of sunshine on average. The wettest months are March to May; the coldest month is July and the hottest months are January and February.

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The weather in Sydney may change many times during the day.
During the Spring and Summer months temperatures can range
from 15 degrees Celsius to 40 degrees, in the middle of the day.
You should dress lightly but always carry a light sweater or
cardigan for the evenings.
During autumn and winter, the temperature ranges from 5
degrees to 15 degrees Celsius. You should wear a jacket or coat,
especially in the city, where the wind is strong and cold.
Although it does not snow in Sydney, winter is very cold because
most homes do not have central heating.

For more information on Sydney climate please go www.bom.gov.au

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WATER USE

Australia is a dry country and has water restrictions in place to limit the amount of water that is wasted.
Please remember to turn off taps, limit the length of time you leave water running when you clean your teeth, take a shower or wash your hands. If you own a car use a bucket to clean your car instead of a hose.
Sydney Water imposes heaving fines for water wastage.

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WATER USE

Australia is a dry country and has water restrictions in place to limit the amount of water that is wasted.
Please remember to turn off taps, limit the length of time you leave water running when you clean your teeth, take a shower or wash your hands. If you own a car use a bucket to clean your car instead of a hose.
Sydney Water imposes heaving fines for water wastage.

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SAFETY

Australia is considered to be one of the safest countries in the world. However, like in all countries/major cities, undue risks should not be taken in Sydney. For example, avoid poorly-lit areas at night time, do not provoke undue attention to yourself with loud behaviour, dress etc. and take care of your valuables and belongings at all times. If you are not familiar with Sydney or if you must travel at night, travel with a friend. Also do not accept a ride in a car from someone you do not know, even if they seem friendly or helpful.

CLOTHING

Layered outfits are the most practical clothing for Australian conditions.
A waterproof jacket is useful, but even in mid-winter, an overcoat is not necessary in Sydney.
Australian dress is generally casual by international standards.