The basic procedure in Aus is to squawk 7600, transmit blind, listen to voice modulated navaids (e.g., one that has an ATIS), track in accordance with your last acknowledged clearance, descend in accordance with standard company procedures to the initial approach alt for the most appropriate approach, carry out the approach to the circling mins, then circle to land.
Ultimately the goal is to operate in a predictable manner as this makes it easier for ATC to work around you.