Any Expats in Queensland?
Sep 16th 2004, 3:27 pm
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Any Expats in Queensland?
Hello,
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
Sep 16th 2004, 6:36 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Originally Posted by kaka1964
Hello,
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
I've just been reading about leigh and her partner (steandleigh) in the 'We're here!' thread. I think it might inspire you!
I'm sure you'll get lots of responses from folks here!
Sep 16th 2004, 8:48 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Originally Posted by kaka1964
Hello,
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
hi ,
were a family of 5 also, were hoping to go to townsville in queensland.
Im in the throws of finishing my conversion course which ends at the end of march, and then the ball can start rolling.
Ive had interest in townsville hospital and they have asked me to send an application form, which ive done. They may be able to sponsor me.
townsville has good shopping centre and schools and has lots of schools. if you log on to www.qld.gov.au you will get school listings with email addresses etc.
As far as i know transport is by bus mainly (public) and taxi's although from what ive been told, if you book a taxi over the phone you pay more.
good luck
Jim 38
trish 35
jade 9
josh 7
connor 4
Sep 16th 2004, 9:48 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Any Expats in Queensland????
Just a few! we are launching a take-over of the Brisbane area as I speak.....!!!! Are you looking to come to the city or somewhere more rural?
Just a few! we are launching a take-over of the Brisbane area as I speak.....!!!! Are you looking to come to the city or somewhere more rural?
Sep 16th 2004, 10:04 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Originally Posted by Pollyana
Any Expats in Queensland????
Just a few! we are launching a take-over of the Brisbane area as I speak.....!!!! Are you looking to come to the city or somewhere more rural?
Just a few! we are launching a take-over of the Brisbane area as I speak.....!!!! Are you looking to come to the city or somewhere more rural?
Most certainly we are - Karen, you'll have to join us on our girls nights out in Brisbane if you come to the city. Next one is in October, but I think we're trying to have them every couple of months
Sep 16th 2004, 11:01 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Originally Posted by Pollyana
Any Expats in Queensland????
Just a few! we are launching a take-over of the Brisbane area as I speak.....!!!! Are you looking to come to the city or somewhere more rural?
Just a few! we are launching a take-over of the Brisbane area as I speak.....!!!! Are you looking to come to the city or somewhere more rural?
Couldn't have said it better myself 
Sep 17th 2004, 7:20 am
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Originally Posted by kaka1964
Hello,
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
We are a family of five from Dundee, in Scotland UK.
Just like to try and make some acquaintances from your particular neck of the woods.
We are looking to migrate to Queensland, but as of yet we are still a bit unsure as to where, specifically, we should try to settle.
If you would be prepared to chat anytime, please reply. If only so as we can ask some simple questions about everyday things (shopping, schools, transport, jobs etc.)
Do you know any ex-Brits, how are they doin?
Any contact would be of great help, thanks in advance.
Bob Cuthill 36
Karen Cuthill 40
Bobby 16
Marc 12
Becky 11
We will be heading out to Ashmore/Southport Area of the Gold Coast next year (fingers crossed) so if you would llike to keep in touch I would love it!
Sep 17th 2004, 7:26 am
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Hi there,
We've been in Brisbane for almost 4 weeks and so far we are enjoying the whole thing. If you need any help or advice please do not hesitate to send a PM. We are a family of 5 as well:
Chris (me) 34
Nita 39
Peter 18
Becky 15
Mathew 11
Regards
We've been in Brisbane for almost 4 weeks and so far we are enjoying the whole thing. If you need any help or advice please do not hesitate to send a PM. We are a family of 5 as well:
Chris (me) 34
Nita 39
Peter 18
Becky 15
Mathew 11
Regards
Sep 17th 2004, 9:12 am
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
I'm in sunny Yeppoon and will answer any questions you have got If I know the answers that is
If I know the answers that is
Sep 17th 2004, 9:31 am
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
I am in Caloundra, The Sunny Coast, a great place to live!!
Sep 17th 2004, 12:28 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Been here 1 month today, love the country, hate the job, missing lots about " home " but also regularly thinking " wouldn't get this in the uk " or " this would cost a packet back home " etc. so it's very much swings and roundabouts.
Gladly help if we can.
Paul 33
AM 28
Callum 9
Shannon 7
Eden's Landing ( Half way between Brisbane and glod coast )
Qld Aus
Paul & Ann-Marie
Gladly help if we can.
Paul 33
AM 28
Callum 9
Shannon 7
Eden's Landing ( Half way between Brisbane and glod coast )
Qld Aus
Paul & Ann-Marie
Sep 17th 2004, 2:01 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Hi
we're a family of 3, hoping to arrive eary next year to the brisbane area looking at Albany Creek, Ferny Hills/Grove area but we'll see when we arrive.
Very interested in the nights out sounds fun so keep a lager cold please.
Hopefully looking at getting a job as a practice nurse if all goes well
we're a family of 3, hoping to arrive eary next year to the brisbane area looking at Albany Creek, Ferny Hills/Grove area but we'll see when we arrive.
Very interested in the nights out sounds fun so keep a lager cold please.
Hopefully looking at getting a job as a practice nurse if all goes well
Sep 17th 2004, 2:27 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
We are in the "bush" about 100kms from Rockhampton, been
in OZ for nearly 2yrs although we've settled down now it
hasn't been easy. Me the wife and 11yr old would be glad
to offer any advice/experiences.
One word of warning QLD state education is not the greatest
in the world so take your time and do loads of research before
committing to anywhere.
Good luck
Bob
in OZ for nearly 2yrs although we've settled down now it
hasn't been easy. Me the wife and 11yr old would be glad
to offer any advice/experiences.
One word of warning QLD state education is not the greatest
in the world so take your time and do loads of research before
committing to anywhere.
Good luck
Bob
Sep 27th 2004, 1:01 pm
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Hi
We are a family of three and are in the Gold Coast. Been here now for 4 months, its a fantastic place to live, lots going on and a good climate.
Regards
Gary
We are a family of three and are in the Gold Coast. Been here now for 4 months, its a fantastic place to live, lots going on and a good climate.
Regards
Gary
Sep 29th 2004, 10:21 am
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Location: Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast
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Re: Any Expats in Queensland?
Hi there,
Like you, we are a family of five, two boys aged 18 and 15 and a daughter aged 10. Rob (hubby) 37 and me, louisa 40. Been living in Varsity Lakes,near Robina on the Gold Coast for just over a year now. Love it. Somethings to moan about but not too many. If you need any advise, or just someone to talk to, let me know. Take care, Louisa
Like you, we are a family of five, two boys aged 18 and 15 and a daughter aged 10. Rob (hubby) 37 and me, louisa 40. Been living in Varsity Lakes,near Robina on the Gold Coast for just over a year now. Love it. Somethings to moan about but not too many. If you need any advise, or just someone to talk to, let me know. Take care, Louisa