Iglu Brisbane City

Purpose built for students, Iglu offers the supportive benefits of student accommodation with the flexibility of an off-campus lifestyle. The facility includes fully-furnished living spaces, fabulous communal areas, a safe and secure environment, and a program of free events. 

Iglu Student Accommodation offers stylish, fully-furnished accommodation in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. Conveniently located on Mary Street, transport to the Brisbane Campus at Nudgee is readily accessible, and there are major train and bus stations nearby. The area is surrounded by shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and entertainment. Attractions such as the Queen Street Mall, Southbank, and the Botanic Gardens are all within walking distance. 

Learn about working here while you study, including work conditions and rights for international students, paying taxes in Australia, and finding a job.

What you need to know:

International students are permitted to work in Australia. However, the following conditions apply:

You cannot commence work until your course start date has passed. Your course start date is the first day of your first semester at ACU, not the start date of your Confirmation of Enrolment.

You may only work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight during semester. However, during official university vacation periods there is no limit to the number of hours you can work.

If you have come to Australia with your spouse, s/he may also be allowed to work. You must confirm this with DHA prior to your spouse starting work in Australia.

You must obtain an Australian Tax File Number (TFN) prior to commencing work in Australia.

Once you have been in Australia for six months, you must pay tax on any money you earn.