Travel Info

Money

The national currency of Australia is the Australian Dollar (AUD). Australian currency is decimal, with the dollar as the basic unit. 100 cents (100c) = one dollar $1. Notes come in $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 denominations. Coins come in 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2 denominations. ATM’s (Automatic Teller Machines) are commonly found throughout Queensland and generally teller money in denominations of $20 and $50.

Traveller's cheques are widely accepted in Queensland, however please note that some banks will charge a small fee for cashing travellers cheques. Currency exchange facilities are also available at international airports and in major city centres. Major credit cards are also widely accepted with the most common being Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Bankcard, Diners Club and their affiliates.

For currency conversions please visit www.xe.net.

There is a 10% tax on all goods and services purchased in Australia (similar to VAT/Sales Tax). You can claim a refund of the goods and services tax (GST) and wine equalisation tax (WET) that you pay on goods you buy. The refund only applies to goods you take with you as hand luggage or wear on the aircraft or ship when you leave the country. For more information, please see the Tourist Refund Scheme at www.customs.gov.au.

Tipping is not common in Australia and prices are generally always inclusive of GST. Tipping is appreciated for exceptional service (generally 10% at restaurants and rounding up of taxi fares), however is not compulsory nor expected.