New Life in Australia
The New Life in Australia podcast is here to inspire you to follow your dreams of relocating across the world.
Host Karen Bleakley (Founder of SmartStepstoAustralia.com) moved to Australia with her family and, although it was life-changing, it wasn’t without its challenges.
This podcast is about making the relocation and resettlement process easier for you, so you can enjoy this exciting adventure.
Listen in as special guests share professional secrets and tips, learn from people who’ve made the move, and discover businesses that can help you realise your dreams. It’s all about ending the isolation, showing you what’s possible and sharing realistic expectations about starting a new life Down Under.
Tune in for inspiration, tips and actionable advice to kickstart your journey so you can create the life you've always wanted.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 38
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
#37 How the Olympics is going to shape Brisbane's property market with Buyers Collective
"I like to reference Sydney when they announced the Olympics 1990 to when they held the games in 2000, the government spent a similar amount on infrastructure projects...these things make the city a …
#36 Planning a big holiday back to the UK with UK Travel Planning
"Be flexible. Don't overplan. Work around the things you absolutely have to do. 28 days isn't a long time!"
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast
In this episode, Karen chats to Tracy Collins fr…
#35 Strategies for buying and negotiating property with Davidson Property Advocates
"I had these clients…they’d seen a property in Hawthorn. That area wasn’t in our brief…this is why we do a brief, so we aren’t tempted by shiny things. They told me they wanted capital growth, and th…
#34 Cracking the Perth rental market: Tips for new arrivals with E-Sterling Services
"It always surprises me when I go to do viewings. People walk in and view and don’t have a conversation with the agent. You are there to present…always try and have a conversation with the agent and …
#33 Rent, buy, invest - Your Queensland property journey with Minihan Group Australia
“If I wouldn’t live in it or invest in it myself, I wouldn’t recommend it to any of my clients either.”
With thanks to Minihan Group Australia for sponsoring this episode.
In this episode, Karen chats…
#32 Moving your pet to Australia with Transfur Animals
"We know pets are part of the family, and we want the journey to be as stress-free for them as it is for you."
In this episode, I chat to Andy Simons, owner and director of Transfur Animals, a UK-base…
#31 Deciding where to live in Australia
"No place is absolutely perfect, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work towards building your dream lifestyle."
Trying to decide where to live in Australia? Whether you’re choosing between Brisbane and …
#30 How much do you really need for your move to Australia...and is it worth it?
"You can always make more money… but you can never replace the time."
Wondering how much it really costs to move to Australia? This episode is a must-listen if you’re starting to plan your relocation …
#29 How to move to Australia - Your step-by-sep guide
"Try to approach it from a position of opportunities and be creative — think about ways you can make yourself eligible if you aren’t currently eligible for a visa."
Thinking about moving to Australia,…
#28 Christmas Down Under: Festive tips to make the most of Christmas in Australia
"I know it can be a bit weird to adapt to if you're moving from a country where it's normally cold and chilly and snowy over the Christmas period. But it is different and if you embrace those differe…
#27 Buying your home in Queensland the smart way with Buyers Collective
What is your priority when you're moving here? Is it the schools? Is it a house or an apartment? Do you love the ocean do you love the countryside? What are your must-haves?
With thanks to Buyers Coll…
#26 The flexibility of car subscriptions for new arrivals with Carly Car Subscription
Australia is quite different to many other countries and a lot of the makes and models [of cars] are different and the way you use your car is different...
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcas…
#25 Wealth planning for a successful new life in Australia with Hoxton Wealth
Just do it! [Moving to Australia] has been the best decision I've ever made...Nothing has to be permanent so if you don't like it you can always go back.
With thanks to Hoxton Wealth for sponsoring th…
#24 Bucket list experiences: Choosing your Whitsunday Island cruise
It's important to consider what you want from your Whitsunday Island cruise!
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast
In this solo episode, Karen talks about one of the best travel experiences in …
#23 Living a life of no regrets
We were going to live our lives to the fullest. Even if it meant making mistakes along the way. Even if it meant trying to figure things out as we went along.
Welcome to the New Life in Australia pod…
#22 Buying a home in Melbourne or the Mornington Peninsula with Davidson Property Advocates
I believe everybody needs representation at the table.
With thanks to Davidson Property Advocates for sponsoring this episode.
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast
In this episode, Karen talk…
#21 Visa pathways: Navigating your move to Australia with True Blue Migration Services
We are trying to make the visa journey as stress-free as possible for our clients.
With thanks to True Blue Migration Services for sponsoring this episode.
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcas…
#20 Plan your financial future in Australia with bdhSterling
You need to plan ahead and know how your assets will be treated in Australia. You need to have a financial plan!
With thanks to bdhSterling for sponsoring this episode.
Welcome to the New Life in Aust…
#19 Moving to Perth with E-Sterling Services
Perth is so family-friendly. Everything is built for families...the parks, the beaches, everything is centred around families.
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast
In this episode, Karen talks…
#18 Sending your luggage to Australia with Send My Bag
Customers can book as far in advance as they like and lock in the prices for the future... Don't pay an arm and a leg to take things with you!
Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast
SmartStepsto…