Australians use "resume" and "CV" interchangeably. No photo, 2–3 pages is fine, and including referee details directly on the document is standard.
Australian resumes never include a photo. Anti-discrimination laws are strong, and including a photo may count against you.
Two to three pages is standard in Australia. One page is considered too brief for anyone beyond entry-level. Include enough detail to demonstrate your impact at each role.
Australian resumes typically include 2–3 referees with full contact details (name, title, company, phone, email). "References available on request" is considered lazy. Get your referees’ permission first.
Many Australian resumes include a "Key Competencies" or "Core Skills" section near the top — a list of 6–10 relevant skills before the work history. This helps with ATS keyword matching.
If you’re not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, mention your visa status and work rights clearly. Employers need to know immediately whether they can hire you.
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