Erin Webb – Australian Homestay Network https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:28:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Be Scam Smart: Staying Safe from Suspicious Texts and WhatsApp Messages https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2026/03/10/staying-safe-text-scams/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2026/03/10/staying-safe-text-scams/#respond Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:07:47 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=57974 Messaging apps like WhatsApp and SMS are great for staying in touch, but scammers also use them to trick people into giving away money or personal information. Both students and hosts may receive suspicious messages. Knowing the warning signs can…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2026/03/10/staying-safe-text-scams/feed/ 0 Keeping Your Homestay Host Profile Updated https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/12/16/keeping-your-host-profile-updated/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/12/16/keeping-your-host-profile-updated/#respond Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:48:15 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=57906 Your AHN host profile is one of the most important tools we use to ensure safe, comfortable and successful placements for both hosts and international students. Whether you’re a brand-new host or have been welcoming guests for years, regularly reviewing…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/12/16/keeping-your-host-profile-updated/feed/ 0 AHN Aussie Christmas Gift Guide https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/11/05/ahn-aussie-christmas-gift-guide/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/11/05/ahn-aussie-christmas-gift-guide/#respond Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:42:11 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=46831 AHN Aussie Christmas Gift Guide Christmas in Australia always brings its own special kind of magic: long sunny days, backyard BBQs, beach swims and that unmistakable feeling of holiday cheer. For international students, this season can be a completely new…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/11/05/ahn-aussie-christmas-gift-guide/feed/ 0 Homestay Host Guide to Halal Hospitality https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/08/19/homestay-host-guide-halal-hospitality/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/08/19/homestay-host-guide-halal-hospitality/#respond Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:08:29 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=57380 ** View a PDF version of this blog post to print a copy for your home ** Hosting a guest from another culture is a wonderfully enriching experience for everyone involved. A key part of showing hospitality and respect is…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/08/19/homestay-host-guide-halal-hospitality/feed/ 0 Adapting to Aussie Life: A Comprehensive Guide for International Students https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/06/26/adapting-to-aussie-life-a-comprehensive-guide-for-international-students/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/06/26/adapting-to-aussie-life-a-comprehensive-guide-for-international-students/#respond Thu, 26 Jun 2025 23:45:49 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=47744 by Raquel Valle, KBA Global Education & Migration You’ve ticked off your university enrollment and secured your Subclass 500 visa. Now, it’s time to arrange your accommodations. Homestays in Australia are fantastic because they provide more than just a place…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/06/26/adapting-to-aussie-life-a-comprehensive-guide-for-international-students/feed/ 0 How Homestay Hosts Can Address Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness with Students https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/12/30/addressing-personal-hygiene-and-cleanliness-in-homestay/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/12/30/addressing-personal-hygiene-and-cleanliness-in-homestay/#comments Mon, 30 Dec 2024 06:54:58 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=54873 Welcoming international students into your home can be an enriching experience, however, like any living arrangement, it’s natural to encounter some challenges. One topic that might be uncomfortable to talk about with your guests are matters of personal hygiene and…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/12/30/addressing-personal-hygiene-and-cleanliness-in-homestay/feed/ 1 What are the Student Visa Requirements for Australia? https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/10/16/what-are-the-student-visa-requirements-for-australia/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/10/16/what-are-the-student-visa-requirements-for-australia/#respond Wed, 16 Oct 2024 02:35:51 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=50673 What are the student visa requirements for Australia? by Constantine Paxinos, PAX Migration Australia Looking for accommodation in Australia? BOOK A HOMESTAY   Since the Australian Government released its Migration Strategy in December 2023, a series of changes have been…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/10/16/what-are-the-student-visa-requirements-for-australia/feed/ 0 Homestay Hosting During the Holidays https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/10/09/homestay-hosting-during-the-holidays/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/10/09/homestay-hosting-during-the-holidays/#respond Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:18:36 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=50490 At the Australian Homestay Network (AHN), we know that people will take time off from work around Easter and Christmas/New Years to catch up with friends and family, go on a trip, or recharge. Most students will have a few…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2024/10/09/homestay-hosting-during-the-holidays/feed/ 0 Accommodation Options for International Students in Australia https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/07/04/accommodation-options-for-international-students-in-australia/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/07/04/accommodation-options-for-international-students-in-australia/#respond Tue, 04 Jul 2023 00:57:08 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=44975 Australia has a diverse and vibrant international student population, generally ranking in the top five study abroad locations along with the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and New Zealand. As one of the world’s most popular destinations for international…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/07/04/accommodation-options-for-international-students-in-australia/feed/ 0 AHN’s World-Class Standards Introduced to the New Zealand Market https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/03/23/new-zealand-homestay-launches-at-isana-nz-2023/ Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:43:30 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=43552 New Zealand Homestay (NZH) Launches at ISANA NZ 2023 Auckland, New Zealand – 23 March 2023: A new standard of student accommodation is now on offer in New Zealand with the launch of New Zealand Homestay at the ISANA NZ…

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