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Finding the right information and services can help make your settlement experience easier. Get support to start your life in NSW.
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Welcome to the NSW Settlement Hub
This website can help you find your way as you settle in NSW. You will find information and services for every part of your life. You can also hear stories from people who have been through the settlement experience before.
Watch the video to learn how to use this website and find the right information and services.
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Resources for settling in NSW
Australian society
Learn how Australian society works, including government, daily life, safety and community participation.
Community support
Find community support services in NSW, including programs for families, children, seniors and older people, and diverse communities.
Education and training
Learn about education and training in NSW, from early childhood and school to university, TAFE and English classes.
Employment
Find employment information and support in NSW, including job searching, training and workplace rights.
Health and wellbeing
Find health services and support in NSW, including Medicare, doctors, hospitals and specialised care for refugees.
Housing
Find information about housing in Australia, including different options for renting, buying or getting support if you urgently need a place to live.
Language support
Learn about language support in NSW, including finding interpreters, translation services and English learning programs in NSW.
Law and justice
Find information about law and justice in NSW, including the legal system, your rights and legal support.
Money and finance
Find information about money and finance in Australia, including banking, government payments and financial support services.
Transport
Find information to help you use public transport, drive and travel safely around NSW.
Hear real stories
Welcome to New South Wales, or NSW for short. NSW is a diverse and welcoming place. It's home to people from all around the world.
When I went to Service NSW to have my test, I was so nervous. And then the staff said “Yes good job, you got your Ls”. I said “Oh my god, that’s so good. Now I can drive.”
When I bought the house and when I got the keys, I was so excited. I had a happy feeling because I could settle in one place and relax.
I think when you have a job, you feel like you're living in Australia. You connect with people, which helps you learn English quicker, make friends and communicate.
My son was 5 years old when we arrived in Australia. He took some time to adjust to the surroundings because everything was new. Now he's so confident. On the weekends he would even say I want to go to school!
Making friends with people from Australia was better for me after learning English. I was able to ask for help and get to know people better.
