Work permits or visitors on working holidays can obtain the same for 12 months. Quarantine Regulations Australia has very strict quarantine requirements. As the country is free from all tropical diseases and animal diseases the Quarantine Department is very keen to maintain that standard. All plant, animal and marine life is in some way protected, checked or fumigated whether imported or exported. With one of the most extensive wildlife sanctuaries in the world, all efforts are taken to ensure that endangered species are not illegally removed or taken to other countries.
Harsh penalties exist for anyone caught dealing in such acts.
There are few health hazards in Australia. Standards of health and hygiene are high. Wed, Thurs and 9.00am to 5.00pm on Friday. There are also limited banking hours on Saturday from 9.00am to 12.00pm and some banks to 4.00pm. Some banks in the major shopping complexes practice extended trading hours in the case of Thursday night late shopping.