The figures given do not include the costs of such large nonessential items as household equipment or a car. Owning and maintaining a motor vehicle is expensive in Australia. Insurance is compulsory and costly, and parking both on and off campus may be a problem. It is not advisable for any student to own a car unless absolutely necessary for everyday transportation. The University is well serviced by public transport .
All prices are subject to inflation and currency fluctuations.
The current inflation rate is very low. The summer vacation time requires special financial planning. Expenses for this period must be carefully estimated and added to costs for the academic year in order to give a realistic total figure for the calendar year. University eating facilities and some university college housing facilities close during this time. As a general rule, international students should expect to spend at least as much on monthly living expenses during the summer as they do during the academic year.