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Forum: Moving back to the UK Oct 29th 2010, 10:40 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 1,048
Posted By stm1971
Re: Container Arriving - any tips

We used Kent for our move back (from Perth to Kent! UK) and they were great.

Agree with mbike, not the most chatty of guys, they just want to get the job done asap, so don't worry about offering...
Forum: Australia Oct 29th 2010, 10:23 pm
Replies: 28
Views: 1,504
Posted By stm1971
Re: Save our School

What a horrible nasty comment NB.....why does that not surprise me from you.

Good luck to the OP..you obviously have your childs best interests at heart, I hope it all works out for you.
Forum: Moving back to the UK Jul 16th 2010, 7:13 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 977
Posted By stm1971
Re: 4 month update

Thanks for the lovely replies.



My OH is in Industrial Refigeration, he's actually trying to recruit for a sales engineer atm but the candidates are not out there. I think anyone in a good job is...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Jul 16th 2010, 10:30 am
Replies: 9
Views: 977
Posted By stm1971
4 month update

Hi all,

Well we’ve been back nearly 4 months now and thought I’d do an update and share our experiences. Although I don’t post I do still come on and have a read occasionally.

We’ve been back a few...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Apr 29th 2010, 5:24 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 1,813
Posted By stm1971
Re: last min update before leavin Aus

Hi Brits,

Haven't been on much lately, just dipping in and out.

Good luck with everything, although it can seem such a daunting thing when you are still in Oz once you are back on British soil it...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Apr 14th 2010, 5:28 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By stm1971
Re: Movers are HERE.!!!!

Good luck Brits. Try not too stress too much, you will soon be back and Perth will become a distant memory.
Forum: Moving back to the UK / The Rovers Return Apr 8th 2010, 9:08 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 1,358
Posted By stm1971
Re: what a cracker of a day

Happy Birthday for tomorrow Tr1boy. :thumbsup:

We too have been enjoying the lovely spring weather today, more to come for the weekend in our neck of the woods apparantley.
Forum: Moving back to the UK Apr 8th 2010, 9:03 pm
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By stm1971
Re: Well it's goodbye Oz from me......

Well it's been a week today and I still feel fantastic. :thumbsup: Cannot believe the vibe of the place, the choice available, not just in the shops (although the shopping is fab :thumbup:) but with...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Apr 2nd 2010, 7:18 am
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By stm1971
Re: Well it's goodbye Oz from me......

Hey everyone.

Thanks for all your wishes.

The flights was as good as they can be, actually met another family on their way home too!

Arrived at heathrow to "Welcome Home" banners, the sun shining...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 30th 2010, 3:06 pm
Replies: 42
Views: 4,634
Posted By stm1971
Well it's goodbye Oz from me......

Well my time has finally come, I get released from Perth tomorrow :rofl:

This last week has been a roller coaster of emotions, saying goodbye to some really good friends and seeing our life packed...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 30th 2010, 2:52 pm
Replies: 90
Views: 5,824
Posted By stm1971
Re: Moving back - leaving schools, rental, shipping. Logistics.

Thanks brits, yes it was ours. Unless there was another one around the corner LOL. They only just got everything on. Fly out tomorrow lunchtime, apparantly it's snowing in London! :eek:

Good luck to...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 30th 2010, 2:47 pm
Replies: 90
Views: 5,824
Posted By stm1971
Re: Moving back - leaving schools, rental, shipping. Logistics.

Well that's a lovely attitude to have.

NB, I doubt you mean to, but I find your posts in this part of the forum all come across very smug, it's like you are constantly saying "well my life is great...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 29th 2010, 11:37 am
Replies: 90
Views: 5,824
Posted By stm1971
Re: Moving back - leaving schools, rental, shipping. Logistics.

Just because your exposure to it is less in Perth doesn't mean it is not there. I liken Perth suburbia to living in a bubble, especially when your children are young. As they get older and go to high...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 29th 2010, 11:21 am
Replies: 4
Views: 506
Posted By stm1971
Re: Perth to UK - shippping recomendations pls!

We have used Kent, they use John mason at the other end. Started on Friday, just finished packing today, container comes tomorrow morning. They have done a pretty good job and it all looks well...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 28th 2010, 4:24 am
Replies: 12
Views: 1,953
Posted By stm1971
Re: Shipping washing machines, tumble dryers, fridge freezers and other bits

We weren't told that anything had to be spotless as such, but we've cleaned most things especially the barbie. We were told to leave our washing machine for 24 hours to dry before it gets wrapped up,...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 25th 2010, 2:09 pm
Replies: 22
Views: 1,084
Posted By stm1971
Re: Has anyone gone with Wridgeways removalists?

Sorry to the OP for going off topic...

Brits, I was told today that if you go to the Synergy website you can claim a payment for your power being off for over 12 hours. Haven't had time yet, will do...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 24th 2010, 2:57 am
Replies: 16
Views: 1,226
Posted By stm1971
Re: Flights booked etc...

:thumbsup:

Well done Brits, it's a great feeling knowing it's all booked. Not too long for you to wait, try to enjoy the last few weeks.
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 23rd 2010, 5:00 am
Replies: 7
Views: 676
Posted By stm1971
Re: We are moving back but areas and schools stressing me out.

We are moving back to West Kent. I spoke to the Kent LEA who gave me a list of shools (primary and secondary) that had places in the area. Most of these are schools I would not send the kids too, not...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 20th 2010, 10:36 am
Replies: 90
Views: 5,824
Posted By stm1971
Re: Moving back - leaving schools, rental, shipping. Logistics.

I'd do 1 too. It will give your school age kids a chance to make some friends before the summer break.

If you book your shipping early enough you can arrange for them to come right at the last...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 19th 2010, 12:05 pm
Replies: 79
Views: 5,022
Posted By stm1971
Re: Anyone going home this month?

Just wanted to add......


......12 days to go!!!!:D
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 19th 2010, 11:59 am
Replies: 79
Views: 5,022
Posted By stm1971
Re: Anyone going home this month?

Thanks Cleve, what a lovely refreshing post. :thumbsup:

When I was at my lowest I used to think I hated Australia, but I have realised now that I just hated the feeling of being trapped here....
Forum: Moving back to the UK / The Rovers Return Mar 16th 2010, 1:27 am
Replies: 35
Views: 2,458
Posted By stm1971
Re: Baby News

Congratulations to you, glad you are both doing well. :wub:

Not very good with names I'm afraid, took me and OH a week to decided on our sons name!! I'm sure whatever you come up with will be lovely.
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 16th 2010, 1:06 am
Replies: 79
Views: 5,022
Posted By stm1971
Re: Anyone going home this month?

Oh Pollyana, I really hope you will return for good one day. There was a time when I thought I was stuck here for good. In the end it's taken me nearly 10 years to be released :eek: I'm sure I would...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 16th 2010, 1:01 am
Replies: 79
Views: 5,022
Posted By stm1971
Re: Anyone going home this month?

Sounds like you've had a rough time of it in the US, moving coutries is hard enough without having to deal with a disability as well. Hopefully you will get more joy from the health service in the...
Forum: Moving back to the UK Mar 14th 2010, 12:33 pm
Replies: 79
Views: 5,022
Posted By stm1971
Re: Anyone going home this month?

Hi EttyLou, Welcome to BE. :)

How long have you been in the US, did you move with your parents?

Good luck with your move home, what part of the UK are you planning to move to?
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