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never been a better time to move to australia :)

I second this sentiment but perhaps for not the same reasons.

I work as a programming contractor on short term (3-6 month) jobs and right now the job market in Australia (Melbourne specifically) for coders with a demonstrable track record is fantastic.

as a local melbourne programmer (american expat), I'm curious how you land your contracts. I currently work for a small interactive media company, who sub contract to me. Im happy with our relationship but id like to find a second source of projects when they don't fill my time. Also, do you mind sharing what you think a fair rate is these days? (100/hr)? id love to pm you but hn seems to lack that feature.

So far they've all been through job postings on local user groups or contacts. I've poked around Seek a bit but not had to apply for any there as yet.

The rate all depends on what you are doing and what your experience is.

I don't get paid overtime in Australia, but I did (sometimes) in San Francisco.

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