WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
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WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
Hi I'm sorry if this is repeated in another thread but couldn't find anything having a quick look.
I just wondered what can we sort out from this end before we go? We've chosen Melbourne to live, we've never been but think that's what would suit us, well, me best. (hubby's not bothered and kids too young to care!).
I just keep wondering when we get off the plane on the other side we're gonna stand there and say "right, now what?" no house, no car, no nothing. What can we sort out from this end so we're not totally lost??
Thanks for any input in advance
I just wondered what can we sort out from this end before we go? We've chosen Melbourne to live, we've never been but think that's what would suit us, well, me best. (hubby's not bothered and kids too young to care!).
I just keep wondering when we get off the plane on the other side we're gonna stand there and say "right, now what?" no house, no car, no nothing. What can we sort out from this end so we're not totally lost??
Thanks for any input in advance
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
Hi I'm sorry if this is repeated in another thread but couldn't find anything having a quick look.
I just wondered what can we sort out from this end before we go? We've chosen Melbourne to live, we've never been but think that's what would suit us, well, me best. (hubby's not bothered and kids too young to care!).
I just keep wondering when we get off the plane on the other side we're gonna stand there and say "right, now what?" no house, no car, no nothing. What can we sort out from this end so we're not totally lost??
Thanks for any input in advance
I just wondered what can we sort out from this end before we go? We've chosen Melbourne to live, we've never been but think that's what would suit us, well, me best. (hubby's not bothered and kids too young to care!).
I just keep wondering when we get off the plane on the other side we're gonna stand there and say "right, now what?" no house, no car, no nothing. What can we sort out from this end so we're not totally lost??
Thanks for any input in advance
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
I reckon the minimum would be somewhere to stay for a few weeks, a car to drive and a bank account.
Cheers
b
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
Thanks for your replies, if anyones got any useful websites to get me started that would be much appreciated!
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
Have a look at this thread for loads of info:- http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=345774
Housing - www.realestate.com.au
Banking - www.anz.com.au
www.westpac.com.au
www.commbank.com.au
Medical - www.medicare.com.au
Cars - www.drive.com.au
Car hire - www.airportrentacar.com.au
www.hertz.com.au
Hope this helps.
Julie. x
Housing - www.realestate.com.au
Banking - www.anz.com.au
www.westpac.com.au
www.commbank.com.au
Medical - www.medicare.com.au
Cars - www.drive.com.au
Car hire - www.airportrentacar.com.au
www.hertz.com.au
Hope this helps.
Julie. x
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
Thanks for your help everyone so much to sort out!
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
I would suggest sorting out a bank account, I opened one with ANZ whilst I was in the UK and just had to go into a branch when I arrived. Book accom for 2 weeks or so, hire a car with sat nav.
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Re: WHAT TO SORT OUT BEFORE WE GO?
When you get off the plane you will be buggered, I would suggest booking a hotel or apartment in the city on the tinterweb and base yourself there for a week or so. Just jump in a cab when you arrive at the airport should cost about 60 bucks, that way you won't be stressed about directions, where to park etc and you can get a bit of kip. You can usually find good prices on hotels and apartments at www.wotif.com
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don't bother with a sat nav pick up a melways for 25 bucks, it'll help you get the hang of the place, that is if you can read a map!