Hi Everyone,

I am 17 and currently Completing an IT Apprenticeship within the NHS. I turn 18 in May and am looking to move to Australia ASAP. Not exactly sure which part of Australia to go to as I have a family member in melbourne, but would be willing to go anywhere with career oppurtunities. Does anyone have any advice on where i would be able to get work and anything else that might benefit me, I believe it is best to get a Working holiday visa and then maybe extend it after the first year ?

Thanks, Ryan !

Alright Ryan. I live in Southport at the moment aswell but hopefully for only a month longer!

I dont think you can extend a WHV, you would need a different visa to stay longer. You could always apply for family sponsored visa if they are residents which may be better?

Hi,
Thanks for that. Whats your plan mate, You have everything set up ? Where is it your going ?

Yeah, got a job in QLD working in Geology in the mines. Going soon as visa comes through.

You can extend the WHV for a second 12 month stay if you do 3 months of qualifying regional work (usually fruit picking or the like).

This would give you 24 months to potentially find a sponsor (might be challenging as there are quite a few IT people here with more experience and better quals) or a lovely girlfriend to marry!

Be prepared to head home at the end of your stay but keep your eyes and ears open for work opportunities to stay.

Good luck.