What do you not like about living in OZ
Jul 16th 2010, 4:51 am
#136
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
There's lots of stuff I like - all the predictables, weather, outside lifestyle etc - but it does make me smile to read these and realise I'm not alone on my bad days... 
In my time here, it comes down to
1. a level of aggression / competitiveness I didn't expect, and
2. a general lack of consideration for other people.
Driving? 1 & 2. Jingoism? Ditto. Manners, one-eyed sports commentators, the people who drop their smiles the moment they realise I'm not an Aussie... ditto, ditto, ditto. We won't be here forever, but hey, it's a great experience, I'm glad to be here and I'm bursting with character : )
In my time here, it comes down to
1. a level of aggression / competitiveness I didn't expect, and
2. a general lack of consideration for other people.
Driving? 1 & 2. Jingoism? Ditto. Manners, one-eyed sports commentators, the people who drop their smiles the moment they realise I'm not an Aussie... ditto, ditto, ditto. We won't be here forever, but hey, it's a great experience, I'm glad to be here and I'm bursting with character : )
Jul 16th 2010, 6:28 am
#137
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
racism (not because of the colour of your skin but because you are not australian)
brainwashing
australian humour
too far away from everything
no history...to be honest nothing to be proud of in oz except weather
brainwashing
australian humour
too far away from everything
no history...to be honest nothing to be proud of in oz except weather
Jul 16th 2010, 6:47 am
#138
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
Apologies for splitting hairs, but that racism really isnt, if your talking the 'Pom' thing, In this case it's Xenophobia (because we are all from European stock). Big difference in law.... Same issue different name I will grant you that, and I'll agree that it seems quite prevalent outside of Sydney and Melbourne.... Not sure about Adelaide ?.
Jul 16th 2010, 7:04 am
#139
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
Singlism is a big thing here if you're past your twenties. It's the 'great hidden discrimination' in Oz. The tax system doesn't even recognise working singles even though their contribution makes up a large portion of tax revenue. If you're single and a female and over forty, get out fast.
Jul 16th 2010, 12:14 pm
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
Singlism is a big thing here if you're past your twenties. It's the 'great hidden discrimination' in Oz. The tax system doesn't even recognise working singles even though their contribution makes up a large portion of tax revenue. If you're single and a female and over forty, get out fast.
Jul 16th 2010, 12:54 pm
#141
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
No cats eyes on road, lack of lane markings making driving difficult in dark or when wet.
Police Union too powerful in Qld.
Incompetent politicians of all parties but especially in Qld.
People pushing in and not queuing.
Educational sytem.
Lack of services, respite and accommodation for mentally ill and disabled.
Lack of social housing.
Tax system that allows rich people to own multiple houses, flats and offset these on their tax.
T.V. radio presenters who swear and abbreviate words.
Lack of transport infrastructure in Qld.
Police Union too powerful in Qld.
Incompetent politicians of all parties but especially in Qld.
People pushing in and not queuing.
Educational sytem.
Lack of services, respite and accommodation for mentally ill and disabled.
Lack of social housing.
Tax system that allows rich people to own multiple houses, flats and offset these on their tax.
T.V. radio presenters who swear and abbreviate words.
Lack of transport infrastructure in Qld.
Jul 16th 2010, 1:02 pm
#142
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
No cats eyes on road, lack of lane markings making driving difficult in dark or when wet.
Police Union too powerful in Qld.
Incompetent politicians of all parties but especially in Qld.
People pushing in and not queuing.
Educational sytem.
Lack of services, respite and accommodation for mentally ill and disabled.
Lack of social housing.
Tax system that allows rich people to own multiple houses, flats and offset these on their tax.
T.V. radio presenters who swear and abbreviate words.
Lack of transport infrastructure in Qld.
Police Union too powerful in Qld.
Incompetent politicians of all parties but especially in Qld.
People pushing in and not queuing.
Educational sytem.
Lack of services, respite and accommodation for mentally ill and disabled.
Lack of social housing.
Tax system that allows rich people to own multiple houses, flats and offset these on their tax.
T.V. radio presenters who swear and abbreviate words.
Lack of transport infrastructure in Qld.
Jul 16th 2010, 1:08 pm
#143
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
No cats eyes on road, lack of lane markings making driving difficult in dark or when wet.
Police Union too powerful in Qld.
Incompetent politicians of all parties but especially in Qld.
People pushing in and not queuing.
Educational sytem.
Lack of services, respite and accommodation for mentally ill and disabled.
Lack of social housing.
Tax system that allows rich people to own multiple houses, flats and offset these on their tax.
T.V. radio presenters who swear and abbreviate words.
Lack of transport infrastructure in Qld.
Police Union too powerful in Qld.
Incompetent politicians of all parties but especially in Qld.
People pushing in and not queuing.
Educational sytem.
Lack of services, respite and accommodation for mentally ill and disabled.
Lack of social housing.
Tax system that allows rich people to own multiple houses, flats and offset these on their tax.
T.V. radio presenters who swear and abbreviate words.
Lack of transport infrastructure in Qld.
Jul 16th 2010, 1:14 pm
#145
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
Personally, having seen some of the world and gained some perspective I have no doubts my daughter could be brought up in a far worse place.
And really, that is all that matters.
Back on topic - The driving around here REALLY does suck
Jul 16th 2010, 1:15 pm
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Jul 16th 2010, 1:16 pm
#147
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Jul 16th 2010, 1:16 pm
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
Jul 16th 2010, 1:19 pm
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
I thought that too ... I am guessing that people that are after 'stimulation' are less inclined to settle.
Personally, having seen some of the world and gained some perspective I have no doubts my daughter could be brought up in a far worse place.
And really, that is all that matters.
Back on topic - The driving around here REALLY does suck
Personally, having seen some of the world and gained some perspective I have no doubts my daughter could be brought up in a far worse place.
And really, that is all that matters.
Back on topic - The driving around here REALLY does suck
Jul 16th 2010, 1:25 pm
#150
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Re: What do you not like about living in OZ
I work, I play, Everyone I care about is healthy and the bills are paid ... Can't ask for more than that ...