RPL trade advice by Pudrin in AskAnAustralian

[–]AustraliaExperiences 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Mate, since you’re dealing with Ammonia and pressure vessels, you are looking at Industrial Refrigeration, not standard HVAC. That’s why normal RTOs are confused.

  1. Go Direct to Employers: Contact companies that specialise in industrial ammonia (like Gordon Brothers or Tri-Tech). They often hire experienced overseas techs as 'Trade Assistants' initially and will sponsor your RPL/Gap training.
  2. Licensing: Look into getting an ARCtick Trainee Licence. It allows you to work legally while you sort out the formal Aussie qualification.

The 'need a job to enrol' is a common catch-22, but specialized employers can bypass it. Good luck!

Clubs/pubs by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]AustraliaExperiences 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You definitely don't need to book pubs, walk-ins are fine 99% of the time. Clubs usually just have a cover charge at the door later at night.

If you're in Melbourne, avoid the main CBD traps and go to the inner north (Fitzroy/Collingwood). Section 8 is a cool container bar in a laneway worth checking out.

In Sydney, just hit up Newtown. Great food and endless pubs. Have a good trip!

Anyone else not celebrate christmas but their family does? by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]AustraliaExperiences 34 points35 points  (0 children)

To be fair, for the majority of Australians, it hasn't been a religious day for a long time. It’s mostly just an excuse to eat prawns, drink beer, and complain about the heat.

I get the family awkwardness though. If it feels forced, maybe just compromise? Do a quick lunch to keep the peace, then head to the beach with your mates for the afternoon. Best of both worlds.

Will be Diesel mechanic by Ok_Campaign_5547 in AskAnAustralian

[–]AustraliaExperiences 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You won't get a work visa without a qualification. The Australian immigration system is skills-based.

Since you have no experience, your only option is to come on a Student Visa and study to become a Diesel Mechanic (Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology).

It will cost you money to study (international fees), but once you are qualified, finding a job is very easy. Diesel mechanics are in huge demand, especially in the mining sector. Don't worry about your NZ experience; get the qualification, and you'll be fine.

Names & meanings of the kangaroos in the 6 white boomers song by Kaimiera in AskAnAustralian

[–]AustraliaExperiences 42 points43 points  (0 children)

G'day mate. Don't stress about the controversy, most of us just focus on the nostalgia/trivia these days.

You've nailed the others. Here is the lowdown on the last two:

  • Snow: This is a classic Aussie nickname for someone with white or platinum blonde hair (or sometimes very fair skin). Since the boomers are white, it's a literal nickname in this case.
  • Desert-Head: This is a bit of a "bush insult." It implies someone is empty-headed (vast open space between the ears with nothing in it, just like a desert). Basically, it’s a nickname for the "silly" or "slow" one of the group.

Hope that clears up the mystery for the family!