International students information
Take a moment to read about what we offer, what you can become part of and how to contact us.
Welcome to Boroondara!
If you live, work or study in any of these suburbs, then you are part of our community and we are here to provide services to help you feel happy and included.
We recognise the value international students bring to our community and we are confident that you will enjoy discovering the many great aspects of living in the City.
First have a look at the suburbs which make up our city - map of the City of Boroondara.
Also explore our website to discover information on the broad range of services and activities Council offers, or speak to Council's Customer Service team if you have specific queries.
For information:
- phone: 9278 4444 - Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm
- email: Boroondara enquiries
- visit in person:
- Camberwell Office: 8 Inglesby Road, Camberwell (Melway 59 J1)
- Hawthorn Office: 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn (Melway 45 D10)
Do you answer 'yes' to any of these questions?
- Do you need any help with accommodation, finding a job, counselling, emergency food or just someone to talk to? Go to Youth Services.
- Are you interested in meeting other young people in the community through activities and events? Go to Youth Services.
- Are you interesting in getting involved in sport or simply being active? Go to Sport and leisure.
- Would you like to learn new skills and meet new people while helping out in the community? Go to Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre.
- Would you like to use books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, newspapers, and the internet for free? Go to Library Services.
- Would you like to improve your English? Go to Library Services.
- Would you like to know about new projects and activities in Boroondara? Go to Local area news and information.
- Would you like to know where you can shop, eat out and enjoy the local street life? Go to Shopping centres.
- Are you interested in local art exhibitions, concerts and cultural events? Go to Arts and culture.
- Are you interested in learning about environmentally friendly choices, and indigenous plants and animals? Go to Environment and sustainability.
- Would you like to feel confident walking, cycling and catching public transport in the local area? Go to Sustainable and active transport options.
- Do you have a disability and need to find out more about being supported in community life? Go to Metro Access.
In this section
Youth Services
Do you need any help with accommodation, finding a job, counselling, emergency food or just someone to talk to?
Leisure and sport
Are you interesting in getting involved in sport or simply being active?
Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre
Would you like to learn new skills and meet new people while helping out in the community?
Library Services
Would you like to use books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, newspapers and the internet for free?
Local area news and information
Would you like to know about new projects and activities in Boroondara?
Shopping centres
Would you like to know where you can shop, eat out and enjoy the local street life?
Arts and culture
Would you like to attend concerts and other cultural events in the local area?
Environment and sustainability
Are you interested in learning about environmentally-friendly choices, and indigenous plants and animals?
Sustainable and active transport options
Would you like to feel confident walking, cycling and catching public transport in your local area?
Metro Access - how can we help?
MetroAccess brings together individuals, communities and government to enhance opportunities for people with disabilities.


