Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Australian Volunteers International
(AVI; 03-9279 1788, 1800 331 292;
www.australianvolunteers.com
) The AVI places skilled volunteers into Aboriginal com-
munities in northern and central Australia (mostly long-term placements). There are occa-
sional short-term unskilled opportunities too, helping out at community-run roadhouses.
Conservation Council of SA
( 08-8223 5155;
www.conservationsa.org.au
)
Offers
South Australian volunteer opportunities including restoration of swamps, grasslands and
other natural habitats, and recovery programs to help threatened bird species.
Conservation Volunteers Australia
(CVA; 03-5330 2600, 1800 032 501;
www.conservationvolunteers.com.au
) A nonprofit organisation that is involved in tree
planting, walking-track construction, and flora and fauna surveys.
Nature Conservation Society of South Australia
( 08-7127 4630;
www.ncssa.asn.au
) Survey fieldwork volunteer opportunities in SA.
Women Travellers
Travelling in central Australia is generally safe for women, but both sexes should exercise
some basic common sense.
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Avoid walking alone at night and be wary of stopping for anyone on the highway.
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Sexual harassment is rare though some macho (and less enlightened) Aussie males still
slip - particularly when they've been drinking.
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Hitching is not recommended for anyone. Even when travelling in pairs, exercise caution
at all times.
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Lone women should also be wary of staying in basic pub accommodation unless it looks
safe and well managed.
08-8303 0590, 1800 188 158;
www.wis.sa.gov.au
; Ground Fl, 91-97 Grenfell St,
Chesser House;
10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri) provides information, advice and re-
ferrals.
Work
Work Visas
If you come to Australia on a tourist visa then you're not allowed to work for
pay: you'll need a Working Holiday Visa (417) or Work & Holiday Visa (462) - visit
www.immi.gov.au
for details.
