A message for all new forum members
Oct 26th 2004, 4:14 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Thanks every one for the help with the mayo. To quote Mr Garrison on South Park, "there are no stupid questions, only stupid people".... 
Oct 26th 2004, 4:29 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Great post Anya4oz! 
I never had the benefit of this forum before I arrived here, only found it after we arrived!
But I really wish I had, it would have made our transition so much easier if we had been able to ask (even the silliest...!) questions, to people who had already been there and done it/going through the same process as us, and to hear different peoples views on things. I know I would want to hear good and bad (that's life!) and then be able to pick out what would be relevant to us. Freedom of speech should always be encouraged, it is up to us what we decide to take on board...... 
I never had the benefit of this forum before I arrived here, only found it after we arrived!
But I really wish I had, it would have made our transition so much easier if we had been able to ask (even the silliest...!) questions, to people who had already been there and done it/going through the same process as us, and to hear different peoples views on things. I know I would want to hear good and bad (that's life!) and then be able to pick out what would be relevant to us. Freedom of speech should always be encouraged, it is up to us what we decide to take on board......
Oct 26th 2004, 4:32 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by kath n kim
. Freedom of speech should always be encouraged, it is up to us what we decide to take on board......
Oct 26th 2004, 6:55 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by anya4oz
Welcome to the forum.
Reading some of the recent threads here, you may have got the impression that we are all intolerant of new posters asking basic questions, and of people who have different opinions from ourselves. Let me reassure that, for many of us on here, this is not the case.
Many of us have 'been there' with this stressful emigration process and know only too well the highs & lows of the roller coaster ride, and the need to ask pedantic details like 'can I buy bulbs for my uplighter in Oz or should I take some spares with me?' Most of us don't mind you asking things like this & will do our best to help with an answer if we can.
As for what life here in Oz is really like - would you prefer the 'Ministry of Truth' version (ie sunshine every day, food/houses/petrol cheap, everyone out playing cricket/footy all day, no traffic lines, every spare moment spent at a barby on the beach) or the truth: that life here has its ups & downs, many of us like it here and others aren't so happy, but all of our opinions & experiences are valid, and may be of use/interest to someone?
Very best of luck to all waiting for visas - keep the gin/vodka bottle handy for when it gets stressful & remember, there are plenty of us here willing to give you support & other perspectives when the going gets tough.
Cheers,
Anya.
Reading some of the recent threads here, you may have got the impression that we are all intolerant of new posters asking basic questions, and of people who have different opinions from ourselves. Let me reassure that, for many of us on here, this is not the case.
Many of us have 'been there' with this stressful emigration process and know only too well the highs & lows of the roller coaster ride, and the need to ask pedantic details like 'can I buy bulbs for my uplighter in Oz or should I take some spares with me?' Most of us don't mind you asking things like this & will do our best to help with an answer if we can.
As for what life here in Oz is really like - would you prefer the 'Ministry of Truth' version (ie sunshine every day, food/houses/petrol cheap, everyone out playing cricket/footy all day, no traffic lines, every spare moment spent at a barby on the beach) or the truth: that life here has its ups & downs, many of us like it here and others aren't so happy, but all of our opinions & experiences are valid, and may be of use/interest to someone?
Very best of luck to all waiting for visas - keep the gin/vodka bottle handy for when it gets stressful
& remember, there are plenty of us here willing to give you support & other perspectives when the going gets tough.Cheers,
Anya.
arlene
Oct 26th 2004, 7:06 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Nice 1 Anya
There are soooo many things that I have learnt on this site & still learning
Everyone is different and wants to know all sort of different things so keep posting guys!!!!
Sue2
There are soooo many things that I have learnt on this site & still learning
Everyone is different and wants to know all sort of different things so keep posting guys!!!!
Sue2
Oct 26th 2004, 7:12 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by anya4oz
Welcome to the forum.
Reading some of the recent threads here, you may have got the impression that we are all intolerant of new posters asking basic questions, and of people who have different opinions from ourselves. Let me reassure that, for many of us on here, this is not the case.
Many of us have 'been there' with this stressful emigration process and know only too well the highs & lows of the roller coaster ride, and the need to ask pedantic details like 'can I buy bulbs for my uplighter in Oz or should I take some spares with me?' Most of us don't mind you asking things like this & will do our best to help with an answer if we can.
As for what life here in Oz is really like - would you prefer the 'Ministry of Truth' version (ie sunshine every day, food/houses/petrol cheap, everyone out playing cricket/footy all day, no traffic lines, every spare moment spent at a barby on the beach) or the truth: that life here has its ups & downs, many of us like it here and others aren't so happy, but all of our opinions & experiences are valid, and may be of use/interest to someone?
Very best of luck to all waiting for visas - keep the gin/vodka bottle handy for when it gets stressful & remember, there are plenty of us here willing to give you support & other perspectives when the going gets tough.
Cheers,
Anya.
Reading some of the recent threads here, you may have got the impression that we are all intolerant of new posters asking basic questions, and of people who have different opinions from ourselves. Let me reassure that, for many of us on here, this is not the case.
Many of us have 'been there' with this stressful emigration process and know only too well the highs & lows of the roller coaster ride, and the need to ask pedantic details like 'can I buy bulbs for my uplighter in Oz or should I take some spares with me?' Most of us don't mind you asking things like this & will do our best to help with an answer if we can.
As for what life here in Oz is really like - would you prefer the 'Ministry of Truth' version (ie sunshine every day, food/houses/petrol cheap, everyone out playing cricket/footy all day, no traffic lines, every spare moment spent at a barby on the beach) or the truth: that life here has its ups & downs, many of us like it here and others aren't so happy, but all of our opinions & experiences are valid, and may be of use/interest to someone?
Very best of luck to all waiting for visas - keep the gin/vodka bottle handy for when it gets stressful
& remember, there are plenty of us here willing to give you support & other perspectives when the going gets tough.Cheers,
Anya.
Nice post Anya, I remember when Jill and I first posted, we were always a little worried that we didn't come across as asking stupid questions......god knows what people think of us now !!!
My advice to new posters is always do a thorough search on your question first as sometimes people ask the same question and the thread was only on a few days earlier.
Jill and I will always be happy to help new members as the fun and camaraderie and new friends we have gained has gone a long way to helping us get where we want.
Best wishes and good luck to all those on the rollercoaster of application
Warren
Leaving tomorrow don't you know !!
Oct 26th 2004, 7:21 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by jayr
Small thin round rice crackers in a bizillion flavours, takes up one or two metres in every supermarket
Oct 26th 2004, 7:41 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by Sue from Manchester
You can buy them in Tesco!
Oct 26th 2004, 7:48 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
well said Anya!!!
I dont come on here much these days cos i got sick and tired of the arguing, and the bitchy and patronising comments made by some posters. seems no one is allowed an opinion whether its good or bad, and there is always someone ready to jump on your comments and tear them apart.
The final straw for me was when someone asked about the legal process for families who had children from previous relationships and wanted to know what there options would be. The number of people who started moralising and lecturing was appalling....who the bloody hell do some of you people think you are? and the number of people who comment on punctuation and grammar.....FFS!!!
anyway, enough said.
thats my pennys' worth.
The majority of people on here are genuine, sincere, kind and helpful....its just the odd few who stir things and spoil it for everyone else.
ttfn
sue
I dont come on here much these days cos i got sick and tired of the arguing, and the bitchy and patronising comments made by some posters. seems no one is allowed an opinion whether its good or bad, and there is always someone ready to jump on your comments and tear them apart.
The final straw for me was when someone asked about the legal process for families who had children from previous relationships and wanted to know what there options would be. The number of people who started moralising and lecturing was appalling....who the bloody hell do some of you people think you are? and the number of people who comment on punctuation and grammar.....FFS!!!
anyway, enough said.
thats my pennys' worth.
The majority of people on here are genuine, sincere, kind and helpful....its just the odd few who stir things and spoil it for everyone else.
ttfn
sue
Oct 26th 2004, 8:29 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Hi,
I have been using this forum to research bit of information for a few weeks now - particularly about passport expiry.
I am so glad that i have found this thread as i was worried that by posting my question, i would be deemed daft and green, especially after reading a thread about wingeing poms.
It now seems that there are people on here that are ready to help and offer sound advice and tell the truth, which after all, is what most of us would like.
My family and i have been granted our subclass 457 visas and we are leaving the UK in January and heading for Sydney. We cant wait. we know it might be tough at first, but what the hell. i have asked all of those questions about the TV and light bulbs - luckily to friends and relatives that already live in Aus.
I have also had to go through the whole legal process of getting children from previous marriage a visa and all of the legal documentation and permissions required, so if anyone would like to know about the experience, please let me know. i am promising i can help as my story is one of an ex who wants his children to have the opportunity of living in another country and agreed fully to sign anything.
Again, thank you for reassuring me that any question will be answered - no matter how silly i will feel asking it, as i think now will be the time for me when i really start to panic about what we are about to do!!!!!
I have been using this forum to research bit of information for a few weeks now - particularly about passport expiry.
I am so glad that i have found this thread as i was worried that by posting my question, i would be deemed daft and green, especially after reading a thread about wingeing poms.
It now seems that there are people on here that are ready to help and offer sound advice and tell the truth, which after all, is what most of us would like.
My family and i have been granted our subclass 457 visas and we are leaving the UK in January and heading for Sydney. We cant wait. we know it might be tough at first, but what the hell. i have asked all of those questions about the TV and light bulbs - luckily to friends and relatives that already live in Aus.
I have also had to go through the whole legal process of getting children from previous marriage a visa and all of the legal documentation and permissions required, so if anyone would like to know about the experience, please let me know. i am promising i can help as my story is one of an ex who wants his children to have the opportunity of living in another country and agreed fully to sign anything.
Again, thank you for reassuring me that any question will be answered - no matter how silly i will feel asking it, as i think now will be the time for me when i really start to panic about what we are about to do!!!!!
Oct 26th 2004, 8:46 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by cazzamack
Hi,
I have been using this forum to research bit of information for a few weeks now - particularly about passport expiry.
I am so glad that i have found this thread as i was worried that by posting my question, i would be deemed daft and green, especially after reading a thread about wingeing poms.
It now seems that there are people on here that are ready to help and offer sound advice and tell the truth, which after all, is what most of us would like.
My family and i have been granted our subclass 457 visas and we are leaving the UK in January and heading for Sydney. We cant wait. we know it might be tough at first, but what the hell. i have asked all of those questions about the TV and light bulbs - luckily to friends and relatives that already live in Aus.
I have also had to go through the whole legal process of getting children from previous marriage a visa and all of the legal documentation and permissions required, so if anyone would like to know about the experience, please let me know. i am promising i can help as my story is one of an ex who wants his children to have the opportunity of living in another country and agreed fully to sign anything.
Again, thank you for reassuring me that any question will be answered - no matter how silly i will feel asking it, as i think now will be the time for me when i really start to panic about what we are about to do!!!!!
I have been using this forum to research bit of information for a few weeks now - particularly about passport expiry.
I am so glad that i have found this thread as i was worried that by posting my question, i would be deemed daft and green, especially after reading a thread about wingeing poms.
It now seems that there are people on here that are ready to help and offer sound advice and tell the truth, which after all, is what most of us would like.
My family and i have been granted our subclass 457 visas and we are leaving the UK in January and heading for Sydney. We cant wait. we know it might be tough at first, but what the hell. i have asked all of those questions about the TV and light bulbs - luckily to friends and relatives that already live in Aus.
I have also had to go through the whole legal process of getting children from previous marriage a visa and all of the legal documentation and permissions required, so if anyone would like to know about the experience, please let me know. i am promising i can help as my story is one of an ex who wants his children to have the opportunity of living in another country and agreed fully to sign anything.
Again, thank you for reassuring me that any question will be answered - no matter how silly i will feel asking it, as i think now will be the time for me when i really start to panic about what we are about to do!!!!!
Good luck
Warren
Oct 26th 2004, 11:07 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
And to everyone already there who has heard all the questions, whether good or bad, please take a deep breath, count to 10 and then reply. Don't just dive in with "clever" "sarcastic" replies. It doesn't help. Most of you are brilliant - thank you but others, perleease - you are not doing yourselves or the country any favours.
We want honesty, warts and all, just look at what you have written and how it could, possibly, be read. Unless of course everyone is having a damn good row of course
but others, perleease - you are not doing yourselves or the country any favours.We want honesty, warts and all, just look at what you have written and how it could, possibly, be read. Unless of course everyone is having a damn good row of course
Oct 26th 2004, 11:12 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Hi
Thanks for the welcome. Great to know I can ask for advice as have only recently discovered this site. Will now bombard you with questions!
George
Thanks for the welcome. Great to know I can ask for advice as have only recently discovered this site. Will now bombard you with questions!
George
Oct 26th 2004, 11:15 am
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Re: A message for all new forum members
I have found this site to be a source of information and the people on here are never too busy to help and advise with whatever question one has, so thank you...
I have read through some of the posts on this thread and have seen alot of threads about the advantages and disadvantages of moving abroad..
Emigrating doesn`t work out for everyone and I can imagine it being difficult settling in a strange country thousands of miles from where you are familar with everything in life..
But isn`t life what you make it? We all have to take the good with the bad and work for want we want to achieve!
Deb
I have read through some of the posts on this thread and have seen alot of threads about the advantages and disadvantages of moving abroad..
Emigrating doesn`t work out for everyone and I can imagine it being difficult settling in a strange country thousands of miles from where you are familar with everything in life..
But isn`t life what you make it? We all have to take the good with the bad and work for want we want to achieve!
Deb
Oct 26th 2004, 12:30 pm
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Re: A message for all new forum members
Originally Posted by Go Banana's !!
Nice post Anya, I remember when Jill and I first posted, we were always a little worried that we didn't come across as asking stupid questions......god knows what people think of us now !!!
My advice to new posters is always do a thorough search on your question first as sometimes people ask the same question and the thread was only on a few days earlier.
Jill and I will always be happy to help new members as the fun and camaraderie and new friends we have gained has gone a long way to helping us get where we want.
Best wishes and good luck to all those on the rollercoaster of application
Warren
Leaving tomorrow don't you know !!
My advice to new posters is always do a thorough search on your question first as sometimes people ask the same question and the thread was only on a few days earlier.
Jill and I will always be happy to help new members as the fun and camaraderie and new friends we have gained has gone a long way to helping us get where we want.
Best wishes and good luck to all those on the rollercoaster of application
Warren
Leaving tomorrow don't you know !!
[Yes, I fondly recall those early days when we all asked our daft questions, and got some fantastically useful & entertaining answers from the 'old hands'. And now many of us are 'old hands' & over here, dealing with recalcitrant UK electrical goods *for real*!
] Have a great trip!
Cheers,
Anya.