On the subject of nursing, I think I might put in my 2 cents, seeing as I work in the industry myself (admin, not nursing).
It really depends on your hours, type of nursing and whether it's with an agency or not.
Agency nurses generally get paid more.
My workmate occasionally works a few nursing shifts for money on the side.
If he works 2 shifts - a Saturday and a Sunday - he will take home over $1000 clear.
Lately he has been doing Sunday shifts at $85 per hour.
I think that is ridiculously good money
If you don't mind working night-shift, a lot of nurses with us are rolling in $90k+ a year.
www.codeblue.com.au
www.ano.com.au
www.primenurses.com.au
If you or your partner are a nurse, get on it!!!