EDINBURGH EXPAT | Learning to love … layers. The art of staying warm in unseasonably cold weather is one every Australian must learn when moving to the UK.

EDINBURGH EXPAT | The Edinburgh International Science Festival looks to the future as it celebrates its 25th birthday.

EDINBURGH EXPAT | Consider this statement in the context of Australia and suddenly our reputation as a sporting nation becomes more a matter of logic rather than a testament to our power of will. We spend a lot of time outdoors, because we can.

EDINBURGH EXPAT | Australia was established as a penal colony because there was no space left in the correctional facilities in Britain. Centuries later the lack of space in the UK continues to present challenges, as our Edinburgh Expert is all too aware.

A dissertation project currently being undertaken by Madeline Kirby seeks to understand the motivations and make-up of the Australian community in London and the UK. Complete her short survey and we’ll report on the outcome, answering the age old question – why do Aussies come to the UK?

With the start of the Edinburgh Festival season fast approaching, it’s time for our Edinburgh Expat to get to work. On the list is everything from the Science Festival to the Film Festival, the Book Festival through to the Military Tattoo. Topping it all off – the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2013.

EDINBURGH EXPAT | The ‘City of Literature’ tag is perhaps no more appropriate than when referring to the relationship between a city with infamously temperamental weather and those who have the ability to aptly describe it.

EDINBURGH EXPAT | Yes, the rumours you heard are true, there are Aussies living in the UK OUTSIDE London. A new bi-weekly column explores what it’s like for the Australian expat in that strange new world – non-London.

The US prosecution case against a young Australian, Trent Martin, for securities fraud is a story of greed and betrayal of a Kiwi mate.

As 2012 comes to a close, we look at the top stories dominating headlines back home in Australia, and what caught your interest here on AustralianTimes.co.uk.

BOOK REVIEW | In his new book Bali Raw, Bali resident Malcolm scott scratches the surface and exposes the unknown aspects of the popular tourist retreat.

Australian Business hosted a night to remember in honour of that very special day dear to all Aussie’s hearts: Melbourne Cup. Fashions on the field, Australian wine and food, and a replay of the race itself, all in the beautiful and historic setting of Australia House.

In bread we trust. Spirit of Australia reveals itself as a vision in yeast to Aussie expatriate living in London.

THE HARD WORD | After two years living abroad in London, it’s time to call it a day. But I’m testament to the fact that anyone can do it, and more importantly everyone should do it.

A healthy economy and better job opportunities in Australia are luring thousands of expats back home as Australia’s jobs growth rate hits an eight-year high and unemployment in Europe reaches record levels.

Aussie expat Clive James admits he’s “getting near the end” after several years of serious illness and that he may never see his hometown of Sydney ever again.

After “going bust” late 2011, iconic removal company Aussie Man and Van is back in business and already doing a roaring trade.

Being a Pom, you might think it a bit strange that I should be feeling more or less Australian since relocating to Switzerland from Sydney 18 months ago.

AUSTRALIAN TIMES EXCLUSIVE | Australian expats left stranded after Aussie Group “goes bust”. Ward Thomas Removals acquires business and sets about restoring the brand’s reputation.