Good day Seniors,

I have just obtained my visa 189 recently but I am still in Malaysia as I have yet to get a job in Australia. Looking at the current economy of the O&G industry, the outlook doesn't look so good hence I am slowly taking my time to fully move over. I am heading over by end of this month for a week's holiday and to activate my visa therefore I have a few questions that hopefully my seniors here can advise.

1. Can I set up a bank account without an australian permanent address? If I able to, which bank is the best for me to apply?
2. I heard something about medicard. It seems like I am only able to apply if I am currently residing in Australia right?
3. Any other advise before I move over?