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What is a good way of getting a mobile phone in Australia?

Looking for a cheap, user friendly way of getting a new phone without having to sign up for 2 years... What is everyone doing for phones in Australia?

Posted by gareth30. 2 replies. Latest activity on 25 March 2009.

Who is the best wireless internet provider for a short period of time/and value for money?

Posted by deb101. 1 reply. Latest activity on 29 March 2010.

What is a good ISP to sign up with in Melbourne?

I'm looking for a reliable, reasonably priced ISP for ADSL or cable broadband.

Posted by needisp. 1 reply. Latest activity on 30 August 2009.

Can I bring my ADSL2 wireless modem to Brisbane or can you not use it with any provider there? Thanks

Posted by ben. 1 reply. Latest activity on 13 May 2010.

Living costs and finding work in Melbourne

Hey everyone

I've been reading through all the questions and have found the information really useful. I'm looking at moving to Melbourne in the next few months to work and have a few…

Posted by caitlin. 1 reply. Latest activity on 09 November 2010.

Does NZ phone equipment work in Australia?

We bought a phone recently (landline) before finding out that we will be moving to Australia. Does NZ phone equipment work in Australia. I tried bringing a UK modem to NZ once and it didn't work…

Posted by warwick. 2 replies. Latest activity on 03 January 2011.

Power/Gas - do you need to pay a bond

Hi there, When setting up your power account is there a bond you have to pay. Are there any documents you need to provide?

Posted by lynn. 1 reply. Latest activity on 17 January 2011.

iphone plan help!

I am moving over to Brisbane from NZ end of next month, just wondering if anyone knows about iphone plans in Auz. My phone is currently on a plan here which i will be cancelling. Will it be possible…

Posted by girl1. 3 replies. Latest activity on 14 January 2013.