annamichelle2310

Hi all
I am a 33 year old woman migrating to Melbourne in a couple of months' time.
Does anyone have any info re: temp accommodation on arrival/dos and don'ts/general hints and tips to start me off with?

Am starting from scratch so if anyone also wants to meet up when I get there it would be good!

Thanks!

johnnyx0

Not sure about temp accommodation, but I'm sure there'll be a few guys on here who can recommend good places for you to stay until you get somewhere more permanent sorted.

What sort of work will you be doing? Have a think about whether you want to live in the suburbs, the centre of the city or the outer country areas on the city fringe. This'll help you work out how long you want your daily commute to be (if any), and what sort of things you want in your life. This'll help us give you some more precise advice. Everyone has different ideas on where to live in Melbourne, and it's all down to personal likes/dislikes, and exactly what you need.

Melbourne's not a bad old place (if you like the chilly weather we're having at the moment), and it's pretty straight-forward. Lots of social things to do here, mostly based on getting outdoors and doing stuff! I'm sure you'll do well in Melbourne!

All the best, J

moneypenny20

There are always meetups happening. Check out the Meet Up forum and make yourself known to everyone

Geelong Gent

Thought it was brisbane you were headed?

For accomodation have a chat with Kate on movingtomelbourne

http://www.moving-to-melbourne.co.uk...ommodation.htm

annamichelle2310

After much advice and weighing things up I have decided that Melbourne is more suited to me (I hope!) Decision mainly based on work situation and social opportunities.

Have been told that St Kilda and surrounding areas are good, and have also checked out the work situation and that seems to be improving, but don't quote me on that!!!

I will check out initial accommodation with Moving to Melbourne- thanks guys for the tips!

Geelong Gent

With accounting jobs being close to the city ie Port Melbourne, Fitzroy or as you have already been directed St Kilda will make you more accessible for city based jobs.

First thing you need to do is choose a AFL team and get your tips in by Friday each week

stuckinblighty

AFL


pah

Geelong Gent

I dont share your dislike of Melbourne but appreciate your state of mind.

johnnyx0

Absolutely! You'll be following the Saints then if you're thinking of living in St.K, and it's OK, they're doing pretty good at the moment

Geelong Gent

Yes they are statistically speaking top of the table.

Have to wait until July before they get tested (Grrrrrrr)

GO CATS GO

stuckinblighty

I dont 'dislike' Melbourne GG


( Bombers btw )


Lee

johnnyx0

I still don't understand the rules of AFL (if there are any?). All I see is; someone kick the ball, throw the ball, climb onto someones back to catch it, punch someone in the face and then it declines into a general brawl, followed by the crowd cheering and another player giving the TV cameras the finger....

But anyway, GO SAINTS!

stuckinblighty

and at the end of the 'game' the winning team sing some crappy song that sounds like it was written in the 1930's....soooooooo naff

Peepster

You could check out stayz.com.au and also easystay - heaps of serviced apartments and short term rentals to choose from. Good choice with St Kilda - lots going on all the time, great bars etc. If you want somewhere still beachy but less 'edgy' then check out Port Melbourne - you can walk to the city and still have the beach on your doorstep. Elwood is also nice but there's no tram or train and less nightlife. If the beach isn't that important to you definitely check out Prahran, Brunswick and Fitzroy - all have a great vibe.

My top tip to you for when you arrive would be to never turn down a social invitation - even if it's from someone you don't think you like/have much in common with, or if you're tired/can't be bothered - always make the effort as it will pay dividends sooner rather than later.

Petals

Collingwood is the team to go for.