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How can I write CV when out of work for a year?

I'm an accountant work for CPA accounting firm for 4 years in HK until Dec 2005, then travelled for a little while. Then I went to Melbourne on April 2006 and looking for job in there. I already tried headhunter and recruitment company to assist find a job, I didn't care any level position or lowest salaries, but I can't get a full time or part time job. It has now struck me that I have actually been out of work for a year and this would look real bad on my CV, especially when I am 30. What should I do about the year out of work, how can I make it less bad to any potential employers? This has been troubling me so much that I haven't been able to sleep properly. Someone give me some advice on how I write CV and how I answer any potential employers in the interview, as this is seriously bothering me. Thanks

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1. Tell them you took the time off to travel. They would probably be jealous.
2. Don't lie. Don't tell them "I took time off to travel." Don't think you'll get the job "by making them jealous." Be honest. Did you leave on your own, or were you fired? If you left on your own, indicate that you were seeking to relocate to Melbourne, and perhaps other places, but didn't find what you were looking for. You are in an exciting part of the world. There are many places where someone with your HK experience as a CPA will be very valuable. Seek out those places. Also, be aware that you can change careers and still be involved in the business world. At age 30, you have the world before you. Just focus on your career and do what it takes to make it happen.