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Australian Times, Issue 300, 9 March 2010

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About Us

For, by and about Australians in the UK 


Our writers

Australian Times is written and compiled by journalists living amongst the Australian community here in the UK.
 
Contributing largely on a volunteer basis, they are uniquely placed to genuinely report on the events and issues that affect the lives of our readers. Our writers and photographers are trusted to honestly reflect the real interests, opinions and attitudes of Aussies in the UK.

Being the genuine voice of Australians in the UK, key British media outlets turn to Australian Times for our writer’s opinions – recently featuring on LBC, TalkSport and the BBC
 
Australian Times is an opportunity for journalists and photographers to give a voice to our community and to gain valuable exposure and experience. To find out about being a contributor, write to editor@australiantimes.co.uk


Our readers

According to Advance
, there are 300,000+ Australians in the UK.
 
Whether they have just arrived or are long-term or even permanent expats, Australian Times is the vital source of news and information for all Australians in the UK as well as their friends who share the Australian world-view.
 
Latest reader/visitor survey:
(Nov 2009 – Jan 2010, in conjunction with Imaginative Traveller):
 
Age:
18-23   7%
24-29   30%
30-35   41%
36+      22%

Sex:
Female 59%
Male     41%

Nationality:

Australian         84%
UK                    12%
Other                4%
 
Key employment sectors:
Teaching                                  18%
Media                                       17%
Accounting-Banking-Finance    13%
Engineering & Construction     12%
Nursing & Care                        12%
Secretarial-Office                     11%
 
When Australians come to the UK they:
·         Are amongst the highest skilled employees
·         Have a high disposable income
·         Develop strong Australian business and social networks
·         Have an enhanced sense of patriotism
·         Become involved in community sports leagues
·         Lead incredibly active social lives
·         Travel overseas extensively
·         Impart their knowledge and experience on to their compatriots
·         Become a valued part of the broader UK community 


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