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The Northern Territory (NT) is a territory under the Australian Federal Government. It is located in north-central Australia and its capital is Darwin. There are not only various well-known national parks, but also abundant culture in indigenous and magnificent desert scenery. The economy is dominated by animal husbandry, mining, tourism and government services. It is a perfect destination for adventure lovers! Today, we would like to explore the Northern Territory with you.
Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Northern Territory
Ayers Rock (Uluru)
Uluru is located at an altitude of 350 meters, surrounded by Eucalyptus trees and puddles. It is a large sandy rock that were treated as a “dream” holy spot for their religion by Anangu ancestor.
At sunset, the rock changes into different colors, it could be the most breathtaking view in Uluru.
Darwin
Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory, with its comfortable weather, gorgeous characters and outdoor activities. You could enjoy a variety of food markets, sunset cruises as well as explore exclusive aboriginal cultures here. It also well-known for its wildlife and crocodiles, you could found strong Asian influence here.
Tiwi Islands
Across 80 kilometers north from Darwin, an exclusive haven could be found – Tiwi Islands. It has been called the ‘Island of smiles’, with a prosperous Aboriginal arts culture, fishing lodges, coastal sceneries with beautiful sunsets. You will meet various Aboriginal residents and enjoy wildlife tours on the Tiwi Islands.
The cost of living (Darwin)
In order to obtain an Australian student visa, the students must meet the financial requirements which are issued by The Department of Home Affairs. The living cost in Darwin is AUD$21,041 per year for an individual student. The given information shows the approximately cost of living per week:
Groceries and restaurant: AUD$80-$280/ week
Utilities: AUD$35-$140/ week
Phone and Internet: AUD$20-$55 / week
Public transport: AUD$7 per week
Private transport (car): AUD$150-$260/ week
Entertainment: AUD $80-$150 / week
Accommodation: AUD $175-$227.5 / week
Source: Adapted from Charles Darwin University (n.d.)
*The cost of living may varied depending on where you live and your lifestyle choices.
Migration tips
The Northern Territory not only has special landscapes, beautiful scenery and diversity culture. It also provides regional area State Nomination policy for immigrate to Australia.
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190 and 491)
The Northern Territory provide subclass 190 and 491 Skilled Nominated visa. The Northern Territory State Nomination applicants must work and live in this area for minimum 3 years after the visa is granted.
Onshore applicants
Before submitting the State Nomination application, you need to meet the requirements of NT government:
• Effective and qualified skill assessment
• Education level
• English level
• Reach the minimum score set by Department of Home Affairs
The whole NT is regional area, as long as you completed 2-year degree here, you could acquire 5 extra points for immigrate to regional area. In addition, you could also get 5-10 points from NT State Nomination, the total will be 10-15 extra points for immigrate to Australia!
Post-Graduate visa (subclass 485)
The graduates from the Northern Territory could get total 4 years Post-Graduate visa.
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Charles Darwin University (n.d.), International fees and payments, Retrieved 1 April 2021, from
https://www.cdu.edu.au/international/how-apply/international-fees-and-payments