Student Posts – 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 To My AHN Host Family… https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/11/12/to-my-ahn-host-family/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/11/12/to-my-ahn-host-family/#respond Wed, 12 Nov 2025 04:36:10 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=57738 Sheema and Troy, Prior to coming to my homestay, I was honestly a bit nervous. I wasn’t sure if I would be able to communicate well with my host family or if I would adjust to living with them. But…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2025/11/12/to-my-ahn-host-family/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 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 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/2024/09/24/halloween-101/feed/ 0 The Perks of Homestay – A Student’s Perspective https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/07/04/the-perks-of-homestay/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/07/04/the-perks-of-homestay/#respond Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:07:12 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=44497 Homestay offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, language development, and a supportive environment for students. It promotes personal growth, provides a safe living arrangement, and allows students to experience the local way of life. Join our #AHNFamilyAU now! It…

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]]> https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/07/04/the-perks-of-homestay/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 5 Reasons I Love Hosting Students https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/01/04/5-reasons-i-love-hosting-students/ https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/2023/01/04/5-reasons-i-love-hosting-students/#respond Wed, 04 Jan 2023 03:31:26 +0000 https://legacy.homestaynetwork.org/?p=22612 5 Reasons I Love Hosting Students. I moved to Melbourne a few years ago from the UK and was totally blown away by the kindness of everyone I met. People were so keen to help me discover all the wonderful…

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