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Building Confidence with Finances

WHEN
October 14, 2026
5:30pm - 8:30pm
WHERE
The Couch International Student Centre
69 Bourke Street
Level 1
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Australia
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When you move to a new country, there’s a lot to learn. Understanding how to manage your money in Australia is an important part of settling in.

This free interactive workshop will help you build practical skills and feel more confident managing your finances in everyday life.


Facilitator

Gareth Murphy

Amanie Faesal
Therapist and Trauma Informed Practitioner, Financial Independence Hub

Through her work, Amanie combines therapeutic support with a strong focus on financial wellbeing, empowerment, and building confidence with individuals as well as group work.


Schedule

5:30–6:30 pm
Optional 1-on-1 CV check consultations (bring your CV printed or digital)

6:30–7:30 pm
Interactive finance workshop session

7:30–8:30 pm
Free dinner and networking


What you’ll learn

  • How banking works in Australia and what you need to know
  • How superannuation works and why it matters
  • How to identify your strengths and use them in everyday life
  • How to recognise and avoid common scams
  • Where to get support and reliable financial information

Join us to better understand Australia’s financial system and how to navigate it.

Delivered in collaboration with The Couch International Student Centre and Financial Independence Hub – Good Shepherd.
Supported by Study Melbourne.


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Will you come?

Contact Us

The Migrant Workers Centre is staffed from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Messages received outside these hours will be answered as soon as possible.
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