Yes, I did this interview a while ago, back in Nice with our roommate Daisy. I figured, why not? The information is just as valuable even though I'm not in Australia to observe their culture on my own. Pus, I definitely want to travel to Australia one day, and Nursing there would be easier for me than in other places, because there is no language barrier.
Daisy, Australia near Byron Bay, 20 years old
1 and 2. What do you like best about your country (and think is unique about it)?
The beach culture, and the ease of going to the beach for an hour.
3. How much time do you usually spend with family? What do you do?
Eat together and hang out. If they're not working we spend more time together (during the day, when she's not backpacking).
4. What are your plans in terms of education in the future?
Going to Uni(versity) for Environmental science and then getting a job.
5. What is the typical meal for your country?
Steak and three veggies, like potatoes, carrots, and peas.
6. Do you play any sports/ what do you do in terms of physical activity?
I horseback ride, because we have horses and a lot of land. Otherwise, I like to work out about 6 times a week, doing anything from running, going to the gym, swimming, and cycling.
7. Do you have a regular doctor that you go to yearly? Is this common in your country?
No, I usually go to whoever is free. It is common to have a primary physician, but I don't like the one in my town.
8. He often do you visit the doctor?
Two times a yea, depending if something happens, like a broken leg, etc.
9. D you smoke?
No. In Australia they're really trying to get people to stop. The taxes are so high, a pack is about $20.
10. Do you feel that your country is overall healthy?
I think so. We have actually been labeled the Mose obese country in the world, outweighing America. On the coasts, people are healthy and do a lot of things like surf, walk, etc. but as you go inland, maybe not so much. People are bored. From my town, if you drive about 45 minutes inland, that city doesn't have much to do. If you go to a McDonalds or a food court there, about 40% of the people there will be overweight (about).
11. Does your country have public or private healthcare?
I think through government we have Medicare. You can also get private. Say you're a teacher, you can get coverage through your union.
Then I asked her about Nursing in Australia:
Grossly underpaid (I asked for a number and she said $40,000), and they go under strike a lot. It's a huge problem in Australia. We definitely need more Nurses. As you work longer, your pay rate increases and the more beds you have will increase it as well, up to $80,000-$90,000. They also have long hours.
So, overall, really good interview. And interesting! Sounds about similar to Nursing in the states in terms of pay, but I thought it was strange that she said the pay was "shit" when you can make up to $90,000.
But it sounds like I could get a job there because they're in need! ;)
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