Reasons for Moving in Australia

How many houses does the average Australian live in during their lifetime?

• 5

• 11

• 15

• 20

What is a 'sea change' or 'tree change'?

• Moving to a larger house

• Moving to a smaller house

• Moving from an urban environment to a rural location

• Moving from a rural location to an urban environment

Which of the following areas are popular for sea changers to settle?

• Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane

• Geelong, Wollongong, Cairns

• Adelaide, Perth, Darwin

• Canberra, Hobart, Alice Springs

What are some factors that may pull sea changers back to their previous city residences?

• Distance from family and friends

• Lack of cultural activities

• Lack of professional or health services

• All of the above

What is a fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workforce?

• Workers who live and work in the same location

• Workers who commute to their workplace on a weekly basis

• Workers who choose not to live where they work

• Workers who travel internationally for work

Why do some remote towns have a fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workforce?

• To attract workers with higher wages

• To support a large population increase

• To invest in local businesses and services

• To provide a taste of home for workers

What type of workers often provide the seasonal agricultural workforce in rural areas?

• Local residents

• Children born in rural areas

• Backpackers and people from Asia and the Pacific Islands

• Permanent residents of remote towns

Why are there not enough agricultural workers to cover the seasonal activities in rural areas?

• Lack of job opportunities

• Lack of education in rural areas

• Lack of excitement in the country

• Children leaving rural areas for education or employment

What can be found in country towns like Robinvale to provide the seasonal farm workforce with a taste of home?

• Asian grocery stores

• Asian bakery

• Shop selling Tongan canned goods

• All of the above

How many nationalities are present in Robinvale as either residents or seasonal workers?

• Less than 10

• Between 10 and 15

• Between 15 and 20

• More than 20