Hmmm after including temporary accommodation and food 99 does seem fair considering a temporary stay in any of the halls would set you back like what... nearly 70$ (Halls of Residence, Monash rate).

However it just feels a little... 'nonindependent' to rely on such services when you are after all a university student. Besides, the fun and learning is finding out things for yourself with new friends.

Nope, it isn't just about talk.

But if you feel you aren't capable enough, I stand corrected. Looks like I overestimated what new students can do these days. Melbourne city is easy enough to learn, unless you are talking about driving, which is a whole different ballgame.