Hello Bam
yes you can work before your course starts until June 30 2023.
more details:
- From 1 July 2023, work restrictions for student visa holders will be re-introduced. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500/temporary-relaxation-of-working-hours-for-student-visa-holders
- https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/international-student-support/visas/working-on-a-student-visa
Lakshman Basnet Selected answer as best April 22, 2023