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Phone Services

Our country code is 61. We have service for all mobile (cell) phones. Internet access is available at many Internet cafes, accommodation and libraries.

The area code for Queensland is 07. All mobile phones start with the prefix 04. When calling overseas, you will need to dial the international access code from Australia (0011), then the country code of the country you are calling and the appropriate area code.

Australia Post offices are usually open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and some are open on Saturday morning from 9am to 12pm.

The electrical current in Australia is 220-240 volts, AC 50Hz. The Australian three pin power outlet is different from some other countries so you may need an adaptor.

There are five main mobile phone providers in Australia:

Telstra - www.telstra.com.au
Optus - www.optus.com.au
Vodafone - www.vodafone.com.au
Virgin - www.virginmobile.com.au
3 - www.three.com.au

The emergency number in Australia is 000.