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When choosing Queensland as your destination for healthcare work, you may be seeking a sea-change, a chance to work in the outback or a move to live in a vibrant young city. Queensland has it all; regional coastal cities and townships, rural countryside of the outback and the vibrant capital city of Brisbane. Here is some basic information that you should know about living in Queensland.
If you are a skilled health professional, are dedicated to excellence and have a passion for innovation, all while enjoying an exciting, quality lifestyle, Queensland Health is ready to welcome you. |
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The city of Brisbane is Australia's third largest city and home to nearly 2 million culturally diverse people. If you are seeking fresh experiences, fresh adventure and a fresh approach to life - this is what Brisbane can offer you. For Queensland Health employees there are many healthcare care work opportunities within the city itself and surrounding suburbs. Our location profiles detail healthcare services in each district, list local facilities and provide information about surrounding communities and activities of interest. Location profiles for Brisbane City and metro healthcare districts are: |
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We have well serviced infrastructure and Brisbane is a great location to get out and about - up to the Sunshine Coast and down to the Gold Coast. Brisbane airport caters for international, inter-state and state wide travel. From inner-metro city with city views locations to suburban and acreage bliss, Brisbane has it all. Accommodation ranges from apartments, town houses, classic wooden Queenslander houses to brick old and new builds. We have high standards in healthcare and education. We have shopping precincts (Malls), street markets, stylish and chic boutiques with designer labels, to every day essentials in high street brands. |
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Sport is a significant aspect of Brisbane lifestyle. We host international sports events, have inter-state competitive leagues and numerous individual sport grounds and clubs. Brisbane has an extensive music, culture and festivals event calendar. Brisbane dining scene ranges from modern Australian cuisine, seaside fish and chips to a feast of multi-cultural delights, with many alfresco dining opportunities. Bars and pubs serve Australian beers, cocktails, spirits as well as a range of local Queensland, Australian and international wines. The Gold Coast has the famous swimming and surf beaches and is lined with action packed theme parks, shops and restaurants. Our well planned communities provide numerous opportunities to meet people and get involved in activities of interest. Enjoy leisure activities with friends and family at one of the many park lands, beaches, nearby Islands or golf courses. |
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Lifestyle….location is important if you are seeking an adventure in your lifestyle and the pioneer spirit is still alive in the Queensland outback. Queensland's Outback is a vast, rugged and splendid region, spanning an area of some 832,000 square kilometres in Western Queensland. This ancient landscape is rich in traditional and contemporary Australian heritage, fossilised history and colourful characters of the Australian bush. Our location profiles detail healthcare services in each district, list local facilities and provide information about surrounding communities and activities of interest. Districts known as rural Queensland are: The Outback region is a unique tourism environment offering numerous natural, cultural, heritage and Indigenous attractions. National parks abound and the natural features of the landscape cater for a range of special interest activities. It is worth getting to know the vastness of the land by really getting to know its people. Rural communities are diverse. Built up around agriculture, farming, mining, tourism or fishing industries, in addition to Aboriginal stand alone self-governing communities, each has its own character. Amid the rugged beauty of the outback, rural communities offer warmth, hospitality and the opportunity to connect with the people. |
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When it comes to fun in the sun and magnificent white sandy beaches the Queensland coastline has plenty to offer. From the Great Barrier Reef and its scattering of tropical islands down to the glamorous gold coast, there are thousands of kilometres of wonders for you to savour. Our location profiles detail healthcare services in each district, list local facilities and provide information about surrounding communities and activities of interest. Health care districts known as regional Queensland are:
With a warm climate and easy access to the natural wonders Queensland coastal regions offer a myriad of experiences for visitors. Embrace Nature….The world’s largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef, is the habitat of a variety of sea creatures. 3,000 individual reef and coral Islands stretch down 1500 miles of Queensland Coast, enjoy snorkelling and diving amongst colourful fish and ship wrecks. Relax amid the hinterland regions, visit spectacular geological formations, crystal clear lagoons and ancient rainforests. From Koalas hidden in the eucalyptus trees, Kangaroos bounding through the undergrowth of native flora and fauna and migrating humpback whales, regional Queensland has it all. Wonder through the markets, galleries and boutique shops in towns and participate in a range of leisure, sports and outdoor activities but most importantly, experience the laid-back way of living. |
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