Since moving to NYC and starting this website to try and help Aussies (and other expats) new to NYC, I’ve met some really awesome people one-on-one. Some of the people I’ve met have had specific questions they needed help with, … Read More
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Looking for a great volunteer opportunity?
Looking for a great volunteer opportunity? Ads Up, the Aussie refugee network, is looking for volunteers to meet with newly arrived refugees! You may have heard about the refugee swap deal signed between the US and Aus, which allows 1250 … Read More
Best way to transfer AUD to USD – Transferwise vs. OFX vs. vs. PayPal vs. Banks
Transferring money internationally is an expensive and confusing process the first time you try but if you know where to look, I can help you transfer those Australian Dollars ($AUD) into US Dollars ($USD) in no time! There are four … Read More
How to get cheap Broadway tickets for every show
There are so many different ways to buy cheap Broadway tickets for shows that it can be confusing sometimes! So did you know that there’s a website that lists all the special deals and ongoing lotteries for all the major … Read More
It’s time for Dinner with New Friends and Nonnas!
Dinner with New Friends has been a LOT of fun so far. We’ve had 14 dinners with 14 people all having dinner and making new friends and connections each and every week at different restaurants in the city. I’ve worked … Read More
How to watch Australian TV in America
Do you have a favorite TV show that you miss from Australia? Well, Katherine from Bright Lights of America has some tips below for how to watch Australian TV in America! Netflix and Amazon TV are fantastic, and I refuse … Read More
6 Steps to Finding a Job in New York City from Australia
If you want to move to America, there’s a good chance that finding a job in New York City is one part of your plan. Adriana at Career Contessa is here to help with her best tips and steps for finding a … Read More
cabstr: How to compare prices of ride-sharing apps
This week I discovered a new app, cabstr, that is going to dramatically decrease the amount of time I wait for a ride-hailing car or ride-sharing car and make it cheaper too by comparing all available prices and wait-times! I find … Read More
Where to watch the AFL Grand Final 2018 in New York City
If you’re looking for a great spot to watch the 2018 AFL Grand Final in New York City, you’ve come to the right place! If you’re having an event or know of a great venue, please do let me know and … Read More
Green Card Lottery 2018 (DV-2020): Eight things you must know
First things first: The green card lottery 2018 (DV-2020) is NOW OPEN! Second things second: There is only one official website for entering the green card lottery: https://dvlottery.state.gov/. DO NOT TRUST ANY WEBSITE THAT TELLS YOU OTHERWISE. The official information about DV-2020 can be … Read More
Tuck Shop NYC is closing after 13 years!
It was the first “Australian-style” place I visited after moving here to New York on a day of weakness, in search of a pie. The Tuck Shop on 1st Avenue is shutting its doors next Tuesday, September 25, and they’ve … Read More
Wine Tasting Sail NYC: Our Weekend on the Water
This weekend, Stacey and I went for a Wine Tasting Sail out of New York City’s North Cove Yacht Harbor (near the World Trade Centre) on the Hudson River with Manhattan by Sail and it was freaking delightful! After very … Read More
Why you’re not allowed to share your contact details at Dinner with New Friends
If you haven’t heard of it, Dinner with New Friends is my own little way of making New York City a little smaller and a little more friendly for those who live here: 10 people who have never met each … Read More
Madison Square Eats: Flatiron does gourmet
Have you visited Madison Square Eats? There are only a couple more weeks left, so if you’re craving some delicious treats, you should get down to the Flatiron area before October 5! What is Madison Square Eats, well I’ll let … Read More
Board game bars NYC
I. Love. Board Games. I really do. Something I hadn’t done before moving to New York though was going to a bar with a small group of friends to play… and it was awesome! The Uncommons is a board game … Read More
What is an i94 and how to print my i-94 number
It’s one of the most important documents you’ve never heard of, but the i94 form is actually one of the easiest to get your hands on and being aware of it is worth its weight in gold for those who … Read More
East Village Restaurants – Where to eat in the East Village – My Top 5
With so many East Village Restaurants to choose from it can be overwhelming. Don’t worry though, I’m here to give you a rundown of what I think are the Top 5 restaurants in the East Village (from what I’ve tried so … Read More
Millman wins, and US Open Ticket Prices Plummet
If you follow the US Open you will know that Australian, John Millman, knocked Roger Federer out last round in possibly the biggest upset of the tournament. What does this mean for you? Well first things first, if you’re Australian, … Read More
Dear the NYC Australian community, things aren’t “worse”, they’re just different!
I don’t normally post personal feelings and thoughts, but I want to start a conversation with the community of Australians living in New York City (and further afield) to see what you all think. I’m highlighting Australians because I am … Read More
Do you like pizza and walking? You’ll love a pizza walking tour in NYC!
This weekend, a small group of friends and I tried out Scotts’ Pizza Tours (more specifically, we did the “(North) Greenwich Village Pizza Walk” one) and it was delicious and great fun! From their website: From wood-fired brick ovens to … Read More
