Rental situation is quite decent - from memory Australia has one of the lowest rent to equity ratios in the developed world. There is a huge rental market for

Rental situation is quite decent - from memory Australia has one of the lowest rent to equity ratios in the developed world. There is a huge rental market for temporary residents largely driven by international students. I've heard of international students living in poor rental conditions, but that is often the result of a willingness to live in cramped squalor. I've also heard of landlords demanding high bonds for temporary resident renters, however note that in most states bonds higher than 4 weeks' rent are illegal. Provided you have a valid visa you should be able to find decent rental accomodation, I would also recommend having a reference from a landlord (and/or employer).