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Phone and Internet Plans

Choosing the right phone and internet plans saves you hundreds of dollars each year while keeping you connected. Our guides help international students navigate Australian telecommunications without overpaying or getting trapped in unsuitable contracts.

Compare the best mobile phone plans for international students across major carriers, understand whether prepaid or postpaid plans suit you better, and discover cheap options under $30 for light data users. Learn how much mobile data you actually need based on your usage patterns and which SIM cards to get when you first arrive at Australian airports.

Our guides explain home internet options including NBN, 5G home internet, and mobile broadband solutions, how to share internet with flatmates without conflicts, and cheap ways to call family internationally. We also cover how to avoid bill shock, where to find student deals on telecommunications, and whether eSIM technology works well for international students.

Understand the pros and cons of different providers, learn about public WiFi safety in Australia, and calculate your realistic monthly communications costs.

Stay connected affordably. Choose phone and internet plans that match your needs without wasting money.

Best Mobile Phone Plans in Australia for International Students: Compared

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Looking for a mobile plan? Real comparison from a Melbourne student.

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Prepaid vs Postpaid Mobile Plans in Australia: Which Is Better for Students?

December 20, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Prepaid vs Postpaid Mobile Plans in Australia Which Is Better for Students

Confused about prepaid vs postpaid? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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Cheap Mobile Plans in Australia Under $30: For Light Users

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Looking for a cheap plan? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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How Much Mobile Data Do You Need as a Student in Australia?

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Wondering how much data you need? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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Best SIM Cards for Newcomers at Australian Airports: Pros and Cons

December 6, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Best SIM Cards for Newcomers at Australian Airports Pros and Cons

Arriving in Australia? Real guide on SIM cards from a Melbourne student.

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Home Internet Options in Australia: NBN, 5G and Mobile Broadband

December 20, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Home Internet Options in Australia NBN, 5G and Mobile Broadband

Need home internet? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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How to Share Internet with Flatmates in Australia Without Conflicts

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Sharing internet? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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International Calling Options in Australia: Cheap Ways to Call Family

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Need to call family? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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How to Avoid Bill Shock with Phone and Internet Plans in Australia

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Worried about bill shock? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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Student Deals on Phone and Internet Plans in Australia: Where to Look

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Looking for student deals? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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Using eSIM in Australia: Pros, Cons and Setup for International Students

December 6, 2025November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia
Using eSIM in Australia Pros, Cons and Setup for International Students

Considering eSIM? Real guide from a Melbourne student.

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Public Wi Fi in Australia: How Safe Is It and How to Use It Smartly

November 29, 2025 by New Life In Australia

Using public Wi Fi? Real safety guide from a Melbourne student.

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