Life in Melbourne for General Practitioners

Melbourne is a popular destination for internationally trained general practitioners - and it's easy to see why! It's one of Australia's most multicultural and cosmopolitan centres and is consistently voted as one of the world’s most liveable cities.

• Melbourne is the capital of Victoria and the state’s largest city.
• It has a vibrant café culture and hip nightlife; a huge selection of shopping malls and eateries; as well as art galleries and specialty stores.
• With a population of just over million it is the 2nd most populace in Australia.

Melbourne city rests a few miles inland from Port Phillip Bay, with the main part of the city on the northern bank of the Yarra River. Most doctors coming to Melbourne prefer to be located in the leafier outlying and bayside suburbs with their quiet streets and proximity to excellent schools.

Getting around in Melbourne is easy thanks to an efficient public transport system that includes rail, tram and bus services. However, those choosing to live in some of the more outlying suburbs of Melbourne will find it handy to have a vehicle.

Melbourne's Climate

In Melbourne, the summers are warm, the winters can be cold and windy, and it is partly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 6°C to 26°C and is rarely below 2°C or above 35°C.

Schools

Melbourne is home to numerous good government schools as well as highly rated private and independent schools, many of which are Catholic. There are also a number of schools that offer the International Baccalaureate (IB), which is recognised worldwide.

In the state of Victoria, school attendance is compulsory from the ages of six to 17. The school year is divided into four terms, beginning in January and running until early December.

Where can I work?

Melbourne has DPA (Distribution Priority Area) vacancies available in the Mornington Peninsula as well as to the west of the city centre in Werribee, Deer Park and Taylors Lakes.

If you are interested in learning more about the current vacancies and eligibility requirements, contact Sarah at [email protected] or call or WhatsApp on +447778719875