What happens after I book my package?
After booking you'll be contacted by a Work & Travel Expert at Travellers Contact Point who you can email at any time. We'll answer any questions you may have and help you plan your trip.
How does the Airport Transfer work?
Once you land at Sydney Airport your transfer to the city will be simple. We'll pre-arrange your Shuttle Bus and email you a voucher to give to the driver. You'll be dropped-off at your hostel in no time. Airport transfer available 6am - 10.15pm. After hour arrivals will need to catch a taxi (approx $25) or the airport train to Central Station (approx $16)
What happens if there's bad weather?
Our weekly itineraries will be adapted to incorporate fun local events such as Mardi Gras, Jazz in the Domain, Moonlight Cinema etc. Activities / dates / times may be adjusted to suit group sizes and weather conditions.
How do you help me find jobs?
UltimateOz includes a 12-month membership to Travellers At Work. As a Travellers At Work Member receive priority access to thousands of job offers, all over Australia. In a one-on-one consultation, a Travellers At Work job specialist will assist you with your resume and explain how to find work fast! Receive email alerts as new jobs become available which you can apply for using a handy online resume. Travellers At Work job-offices across Australia will provide you with local job opportunities and support as you travel.
Furnished Share Accommodation Tour
If you plan to stay and work in Sydney for a while, you’ll save money and make great friends in a shared house. We'll help you beat the rush of thousands of other travellers on our tour of furnished share houses by the beach, inner city and all of Sydney’s top locations. Travellers Contact Point has access to a large selection of flats, apartments, serviced apartment and houses available for rent in a variety of Sydney suburbs. Stay 4 weeks to 1 year spending an average of $150-$250 per person. We have FREE daily escorted tours of these properties.
Australian Bank Account
We'll open an Australian Bank Account for you before you leave home. Once set-up you can transfer your money into the account safely and easily online.
12-Months Mail Holding and Forwarding Service
A fixed mailing address to receive mail - essential for your bank, tax office, employers and to receive birthday and Xmas presents!
Do I need Travel Insurance?
Travel insurance is not included in your package but can be arranged easily through our website. Click here to get started.
How do I get a Visa?
You can organise your Australian Visa easily online. Our Work & Travel Experts will advise you how to do this.
How do I get a mobile phone?
Travellers Contact Point will reserve your Australian Mobile Phone Number and email it to you before you leave home. We give you the option of buying your mobile phone through us upon arrival, so no worries about trying to find one before you arrive in Sydney.
Where can I store my luggage?
People on the “Ultimate Oz” package can lock up any valuables in private lockers at the WakeUp Hostel. If you are off travelling, you can store your luggage one month for free at the TCP office (included in the package).
People on the “Oz Essentials” can store their luggage at the TCP office for a small surcharge. Click here for the price list.
Do I need to book the "Ultimate Oz" surfing option prior to arrival?
You don’t have to but you can. If you haven’t added it to your booking and upon arrival in Sydney you realise how amazing it really would be to learn to surf, you can sign up with us in the office.
Straight after my initial week in Sydney, I want to go travelling! Should I book everything before arrival?
We can book everything in our office upon arrival. If you have your mind set on a certain trip or tour, it might be wise to check availability with us before you arrive so we can reserve a seat for you!
At the TCP office, we’ll give you loads of travel tips & discounted deals and we can book travel across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji for you!
What training courses will I need to apply for jobs in Australia? How can I complete these?
In Australia, Health and Safety laws require that workers in certain professions (including Hospitality & Construction) undergo compulsory basic training and become certified to be eligible for employment. All hospitality staff must hold cerfification known as an RSA (Responsibler Service of Alcohol) before being eligible for employment on licensed premises. You will also need RGS (Responsible Gambling Services) certification to work in premises with gambling facilities. To work on a construction site in NSW it is a requirement that you hold an OH&S General Induction Certificate or "Green/ White Card" as it's commonly known. To work as a Traffic Controller in NSW and operate a STOP/SLOW bat, it is a Roads & Traffic Authority requirement that you hold a current Traffic Controllers Photo Licence, commonly known as a 'Blue Card.'
All of these training courses can be arranged though us upon your arrival. People on the “Ultimate OZ” have a complimentary RSA course included in their package. They also have an additional hospitality course included – choice of bar skills, cocktail skills or coffee skills!
What is Medicare and who is eligible for Medicare?
Medicare is Australia’s governmental public health policy. If you are on a Working Holiday Visa you may be eligible to be covered by Medicare for the duration of your stay in Australia. It is advised not to let Medicare replace your travel insurance. Medicare is an add on, not a replacement for any other insurances you may have. To read more about Medicare click here
Citizens of the UK, Sweden, Finland, Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, the Republic of Ireland and New Zealand are covered for the duration of their approved visa time in Australia. Citizens of Malta and Italy are covered by Medicare for a period of 6 months from their date of arrival in Australia.
I will arrive during the week, so not on the Monday, which day do I join the group?
You can join the group whenever you arrive in Sydney! Although most people begin on Monday, you are welcome to start on any other day – we will book your accommodation and airport transfer for you for the day you arrive. If you don’t arrive on Monday, you will still be with us for a full week, starting from the date that you choose to join us!
Does the Ultimate Oz package run all year round?
Yes, you can participate on the “Ultimate Oz” package any time of the year! In winter we adjust some of our activities because of lower temperatures, but your week will be just as action-packed and as fun as in summer!
How far ahead should I book the Ultimate Oz?
We recommend that you book your “Ultimate Oz” package about two weeks prior to arrival, but if you’re late to make plans, no worries, we can help you out with last minute arrival arrangements.
I want to stay in Sydney for a while; can you guys help me find a place?
Yes. We offer furnished share accommodation tours to help you find a great place to live around the city for the duration of your stay. Both the “Oz Essentials” and the “Ultimate Oz” arrival packages include this option at no extra cost.