Episodes

  • Is Australian tap water safe to drink?  - 【解識澳洲】澳洲的水喉水是否能安全飲用？

    Is Australian tap water safe to drink?  - 【解識澳洲】澳洲的水喉水是否能安全飲用？
    Aug 9 2025
    Access to safe drinking water is essential, and Australia’s often harsh environment means that our drinking water supplies are especially precious. With differences in the availability and quality of drinking water across the country, how do we know if it’s safe to drink? In this episode we get water experts to answer this question and more.   - 水是人的基本需要，而澳洲氣候嚴峻，令本地的飲用水資源尤其珍貴。由於全國各地的飲用水供應情況和水質存在差異，我們應如何確定水是否安全飲用？我們請來水務專家為大家解答問題及其他相關疑問。
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    6 mins
  • DIY Renovations: What you need to know before getting started - 【DIY裝修】動手整屋前你要知的安全知識與法規

    DIY Renovations: What you need to know before getting started - 【DIY裝修】動手整屋前你要知的安全知識與法規
    Aug 4 2025
    Many Australians love rolling up their sleeves and undertaking their own home improvements. But before you grab a hammer or paintbrush, it’s essential to understand the rules and risks so you can renovate safely and legally. - 許多澳洲人熱衷於親自動手進行家居改善工程。但在你拿起錘子或油漆刷之前，了解相關規定與風險至關重要，這樣你才能安全且合法地進行裝修。
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    6 mins
  • Australia’s Indigenous education gap and the way forward - 跨越教育差距：原住民孩子教育未來藍圖

    Australia’s Indigenous education gap and the way forward - 跨越教育差距：原住民孩子教育未來藍圖
    Jul 28 2025
    Education is a pathway to opportunity, but for too long, Indigenous students in Australia have faced barriers to success. While challenges remain, positive change is happening. In this episode we’ll hear from Indigenous education experts and students about what’s working, why cultural education matters and how Indigenous and Western knowledge can come together to benefit all students. - 教育是通往機會的道路，但長久以來，澳洲原住民學生在追求成功的路上一直面臨重重障礙。雖然挑戰依然存在，積極的改變正在發生。在本集節目中，我們將聽到原住民教育專家與學生的分享，了解哪些方法奏效、為何文化教育至關重要，以及原住民與西方知識如何融合，從而惠及所有學生。
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    6 mins
  • What is a Justice of the Peace? When do you need one? - 【解識澳洲】了解太平紳士提供的服務及查詢途徑

    What is a Justice of the Peace? When do you need one? - 【解識澳洲】了解太平紳士提供的服務及查詢途徑
    Jul 21 2025
    At some stage you will probably need help from a Justice of the Peace. It may be to prove your identity, to make an insurance claim or to certify copies of your legal documents in your language. JPs are trained volunteers who play a crucial role in the community by helping maintain the integrity of our legal system. So what exactly does a JP do and where can we find one when we need their services? - 當你處理某些事務時，很可能會需要太平紳士（Justice of the Peace）的協助。例如，證明你的身份、申請保險索償，或者需要有人認證你文件的副本（以你的語言書寫）。太平紳士是一群經過培訓的義工，他們在社區中擔當重要角色，有助維持法律制度的公信力。 到底太平紳士負責甚麼工作？當我們需要他們的服務時，又可以在哪裏找到他們呢？
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    6 mins
  • How to start your home business in Australia - 【澳洲居家創業攻略】開展居家生意你要知道的事

    How to start your home business in Australia - 【澳洲居家創業攻略】開展居家生意你要知道的事
    Jul 14 2025
    Did you know that people offering taxi services from home need to register for Goods and Services Tax (GST)—regardless of how much they earn? Or that a fitness instructor needs local council approval to see clients at home? In this episode, we unpack the basic rules you need to know when setting up a home-based business in Australia. - 你知道嗎？即使收入不高，從家中提供的士服務的人也必須登記「商品與服務稅」（GST）？又或是，健身教練若要在家接待客戶，也需要獲得地方議會批准？本集《解「識」澳洲》將拆解在澳洲開設居家生意時你要知道的基本規則。
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    6 mins
  • How is alcohol regulated and consumed in Australia? - 從飲酒習慣到法律規管：全面解讀澳洲酒精文化

    How is alcohol regulated and consumed in Australia? - 從飲酒習慣到法律規管：全面解讀澳洲酒精文化
    Jul 7 2025
    In Australia, alcohol is often portrayed as part of social life—especially at BBQs, sporting events, and public holidays. Customs like BYO, where you bring your own drinks to gatherings, and 'shouting' rounds at the pub are part of the culture. However, because of the health risks associated with alcohol, there are regulations in place. It’s also important to understand the laws around the legal drinking age, where you can buy or consume alcohol, and how these rules vary across states and territories. - 在澳洲，酒精常被視為社交生活的一部分——尤其是在燒烤聚會、體育賽事和公眾假期期間。像是 BYO（自備酒精飲品）這類習慣，或在酒吧「輪流請客（shouting）」的文化，都是本地社交的一部分。然而，酒精對健康可能帶來風險，因此設有相關的法規。同時，了解關於法定飲酒年齡、在哪裡可以購買或飲用酒精、以及這些規則在不同州和領地之間的差異，也同樣重要。
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    6 mins
  • First Nations representation in media: What’s changing, why it matters - 【轉變及意義】媒體如何描述澳洲的原住民？

    First Nations representation in media: What’s changing, why it matters - 【轉變及意義】媒體如何描述澳洲的原住民？
    Jun 26 2025
    The representation of Indigenous Australians in media has historically been shaped by stereotypes and exclusion, but this is gradually changing. Indigenous platforms like National Indigenous Television (NITV) and social media are breaking barriers, empowering First Nations voices, and fostering a more inclusive understanding of Australia’s diverse cultural identity. Learning about these changes offers valuable insight into the country’s true history, its ongoing journey toward equity, and the rich cultures that form the foundation of modern Australia. Understanding Indigenous perspectives is also an important step toward respectful connection and shared belonging. - 澳洲原住民在媒體上的形象，歷來常被刻板印象與排斥所塑造，但這種情況正在逐漸改變。透過像是全國原住民電視台（NITV）及社交媒體等的平台，正在打破障礙，重新賦予原住民發言權，促進大家對澳洲多元文化身份更具包容性的理解。了解這些轉變，有助於深入認識這個國家真實的歷史、繼續追求公平的道路，以及構成現代澳洲基礎的豐富文化。理解原住民的觀點，也是邁向互相尊重與增強共同歸屬感重要的一步。
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    6 mins
  • How home and contents insurance works in Australia - 澳洲的房屋與財物保險如何運作

    How home and contents insurance works in Australia - 澳洲的房屋與財物保險如何運作
    Jun 22 2025
    Home and contents insurance is a safety net many households expect to rely on during difficult times. But it’s also a financial product that even experts can find challenging to navigate. Whether you own or rent your home, understanding your level of cover, knowing what fine print to look out for, and learning how to manage rising premiums can help you make more informed choices as a consumer. - 在今集的【解「識」澳洲】中，專家為大家解釋住宅與財物保險的基本要點，如常見保單不包括在內的項目、需要特別注意的細節條款，以及如何應對保費上漲的問題。
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    6 mins