This page lists the authoritative sources behind Aus.wiki’s content. Each entry includes a brief explanation of what the resource does and when you would use it. All links point to official Australian government or statutory authority websites.
Department of Home Affairs — Immigration and Visas · Primary source for visa types, eligibility, application requirements, and processing times. Use this to check the official subclass page for any visa mentioned on Aus.wiki. Visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) · Check your current visa status, conditions, and expiry date using your passport or ImmiAccount reference. Essential for confirming your work rights or study entitlements. Visit VEVO
Smartraveller · Australian government travel advice, including visa requirements for Australians travelling overseas and safety advisories by country. Visit smartraveller.gov.au
Skilled Occupation Lists · The current MLTSSL, STSOL, and Regional occupation lists used for skilled migration visas (189, 190, 491, 482). Updated regularly by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. Visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Study Australia · Official Australian government portal for international students. Covers course search, institution profiles, scholarship information, and student visa basics. The most reliable starting point for prospective international students. Visit studyaustralia.gov.au
TEQSA (Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency) · Australia’s independent higher education regulator. Check if an institution or course is officially registered and accredited — important before accepting an offer. Visit teqsa.gov.au
CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) · The official register of all Australian education providers approved to enrol international students. Every provider and course must have a CRICOS code. Visit cricos.education.gov.au
My Skills · Directory of vocational education and training (VET) courses and providers across Australia. Useful for comparing course outcomes, fees, and provider quality. Visit myskills.gov.au
Australian Taxation Office (ATO) · Tax rates, deductions, tax file number (TFN) applications, tax return lodgement, superannuation, and the Medicare Levy. Every resident and working visa holder in Australia interacts with the ATO. Visit ato.gov.au
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) · Official cash rate, monetary policy statements, and economic data. The cash rate directly affects mortgage rates and savings interest — worth monitoring if you have a home loan or savings account. Visit rba.gov.au
ASIC (Australian Securities & Investments Commission) · Financial services and credit regulation, company and business name registration, and consumer protection in financial products. Use ASIC Connect to check if a financial service provider is licensed. Visit asic.gov.au
APRA (Australian Prudential Regulation Authority) · Regulator of banks, insurers, and superannuation funds. Publishes industry-level data on lending, insurance claims, and super fund performance. Visit apra.gov.au
FIRB (Foreign Investment Review Board) · Rules and application process for foreign persons buying residential property in Australia. Essential reading for non-citizens and temporary residents considering property purchases. Visit firb.gov.au
State Revenue Offices · Each state and territory has its own revenue office handling stamp duty (transfer duty), land tax, and first home buyer grants. Key entry points:
Services Australia — Medicare · Medicare enrolment, OSHC and reciprocal health care arrangements, Centrelink payments, and child care subsidy. International students from countries with a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement with Australia may be eligible for Medicare. Visit servicesaustralia.gov.au/medicare
Private Health Insurance Ombudsman · Independent body for complaints and information about private health insurance, including OSHC providers. Useful if you have a dispute with your insurer. Visit privatehealth.gov.au
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) · National health statistics, disease prevalence data, and health system performance reports. Authoritative source for health-related data cited in Aus.wiki articles. Visit aihw.gov.au
Fair Work Ombudsman · Minimum wage rates, award coverage, leave entitlements, and workplace rights. International students and temporary visa holders have the same workplace rights as Australian citizens. Use the Pay and Conditions Tool to check if you are being paid correctly. Visit fairwork.gov.au
Fair Work Commission · National workplace tribunal handling unfair dismissal claims, enterprise bargaining approvals, and minimum wage reviews. Visit fwc.gov.au
Safe Work Australia · National policy body for workplace health and safety (WHS) and workers’ compensation. Publishes model WHS laws adopted by most states and territories. Visit safeworkaustralia.gov.au
State Transport Authorities · Driving licence applications, vehicle registration, and road rules are managed by each state and territory:
National Transport Commission (NTC) · National road rules, vehicle standards, and transport reform. Visit ntc.gov.au
ACCC (Australian Competition & Consumer Commission) · Consumer rights, product safety, scams awareness, and competition regulation. Use the Scamwatch service to check and report scams. Visit accc.gov.au
State Fair Trading Offices · Consumer complaints and tenancy disputes at the state level:
Disclaimer: All links on this page point to official Australian government or statutory authority websites. Aus.wiki is an independent reference site and is not affiliated with any government agency. For official immigration, tax, or legal advice, consult the relevant authority directly. Links were verified as of July 2026 and may change; always confirm critical information on the official site.