Canberra what is it like?
Dec 1st 2006 | 12:49 am
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Canberra what is it like?
We have the opportunity to get a 457 visa for Canberra can anybody let us know what its really like?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
Dec 1st 2006 | 1:26 am
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by dwaindibley
We have the opportunity to get a 457 visa for Canberra can anybody let us know what its really like?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
Sasbear lives in Canberra she would be able to give you some good info .
Another would be zx10r_aus but he works on long distance lorry driving. Send either of them a PM and im sure they would be happy to help
Mandy
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Dec 1st 2006 | 7:05 am
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by dwaindibley
We have the opportunity to get a 457 visa for Canberra can anybody let us know what its really like?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
Dec 1st 2006 | 8:31 am
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by dwaindibley
We have the opportunity to get a 457 visa for Canberra can anybody let us know what its really like?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
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Dec 1st 2006 | 8:37 am
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by yanH
Hi one thing to be aware of is that if you are on a 457 visa then you have to pay for state schools in some states. We live in NSW and the charge there is around $5000 per child. Definately worth checking out if you are coming out with £2000.
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Sorry cant help you with Canberra
Dec 2nd 2006 | 7:33 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Hi,
My sister and family live in Hughes in Canberra. The kids love the local schools and my niece heads off to the state high school in January. Sister loves the area.
My sister and family live in Hughes in Canberra. The kids love the local schools and my niece heads off to the state high school in January. Sister loves the area.
Originally Posted by dwaindibley
We have the opportunity to get a 457 visa for Canberra can anybody let us know what its really like?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
We will only be able to go with about £2000 is this possible, and as my daughter is 11 can any one suggest an area to look at for accommodation where the state schools are good?
Dec 2nd 2006 | 9:32 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by JG04
Hi,
My sister and family live in Hughes in Canberra. The kids love the local schools and my niece heads off to the state high school in January. Sister loves the area.
My sister and family live in Hughes in Canberra. The kids love the local schools and my niece heads off to the state high school in January. Sister loves the area.
OP - I will reply to your pm later if that is ok?
I am not sure if the state schools charge - we have PR so it is a bit different - bust as I am an ex teacher - I will ask a few friends about school fees.
Dec 2nd 2006 | 9:39 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by sasbear
Hughes is a nice area
OP - I will reply to your pm later if that is ok?
I am not sure if the state schools charge - we have PR so it is a bit different - bust as I am an ex teacher - I will ask a few friends about school fees.
OP - I will reply to your pm later if that is ok?
I am not sure if the state schools charge - we have PR so it is a bit different - bust as I am an ex teacher - I will ask a few friends about school fees.
Hello Mrs Sasbear....
We got your message today, we have been away this weekend sorry. How is things with you?ZX.....
Dec 2nd 2006 | 9:44 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by zx10r_aus
Hello Mrs Sasbear.... We got your message today, we have been away this weekend sorry. How is things with you?
ZX.....
We got your message today, we have been away this weekend sorry. How is things with you?ZX.....
Hiya
quiet and quiet and well.....quiet - fending hubby off with garlic -
let me know about weekend after next? could have a real good night - 2 spare rooms so you both can drink
Dec 2nd 2006 | 9:51 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by sasbear
Hiya
quiet and quiet and well.....quiet - fending hubby off with garlic -
let me know about weekend after next? could have a real good night - 2 spare rooms so you both can drink
quiet and quiet and well.....quiet - fending hubby off with garlic -
let me know about weekend after next? could have a real good night - 2 spare rooms so you both can drink
Yeah okay I'll ask Wendy when she's in a better mood. I bought another fishing rod...
ZX.....
Dec 2nd 2006 | 9:54 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by zx10r_aus
Yeah okay I'll ask Wendy when she's in a better mood. I bought another fishing rod...
ZX.....
ZX.....
good move mate - what do you do for your next trick???? nite for now - give us a call sometime and confirm
Dec 2nd 2006 | 9:56 pm
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Re: Canberra what is it like?
Originally Posted by sasbear
good move mate - what do you do for your next trick???? nite for now - give us a call sometime and confirm
Okay....nite nite
ZX....
