Work Update

Sorry I haven't posted much recently... I'm a busy working girl now. The job is ok... but much more actual work than I expected. I thought I'd be sorting papers, filing, and getting people coffee. But, I am actually taking over the entire position for a girl who is using her vacation days. She's spending 5 weeks traveling through Europe. Yes, 5 weeks vacation. I found out that everyone here gets 4 weeks vacation time to start. And whatever you don't use accrues the next year. And this is 4 weeks is in addition to public holidays, Christmas, etc. Aussies are living the good life over here.

So, I spent the week in training, and Monday I'm on my own. My main job is working with international students who want to take ESL courses. I have to make sure they are eligible for a free government program offered, and that means checking their passport and visa. It's the worst tease for someone like me... I have to look at visas that say "this visa holder can remain in Australia indefinitely." I would do anything to make my visa say that... mine says I better get my American butt back home by December 3.

So far so good though... I'm looking for an apartment closer to the campus so I don't have such a long commute. Will keep you posted!