where are the people who emigrated recently?
Jan 16th 2003, 1:54 pm
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There were plenty of questions about the "Emigrate" show last year on this board, do a search and see what it brings up, I know I posted a few things about it, having been twice. If you're planning to go, think about ordering tickets soon, it's held in March.
We arrived in WA in July. We haven't been homesick and the kids have settled really well in their new schools. It was cold to start with, especially indoors with no heating, but now we're enjoying the summer. There are plenty of things to frustrate you here though, and this country is definitely behind the times. I know PB and Dotty do wind everyone up with their comments, but you should be aware of the many negative aspects of living here, as well as the positives, as having lived here now for 6 months I can see where they're coming from. That's not to say we don't like it here, we love it, but for every positive thing about Oz, there are a lot of things we miss from the UK. The weather is great here, but the downside is the horrendous storms, lightning strikes, and the huge numbers of insects that come out when it's hot. Be prepared for plenty of Mozzie bites when you first arrive! Everything seemed so much cheaper when we first arrived here, because we were converting to pounds all the time, but things don't seem so cheap now. We were hoping to self-build, but the land prices here in Mandurah are at an all-time high. We've been disapointed with the standard of education at the school, and will probably have to pay to send the kids privately when they move up to high. The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too!
And unfortunately I do have to report that hubby has still been unable to get a job; our visa was rushed through the IT fast-track route as his skills were supposed to be in demand. The last job he applied for attracted over 100 other applicants. He was short-listed to the final 6, and then got the letter he didn't want. We have enough savings to keep us ticking over a bit longer, thankfully, but we really didn't anticipate him being unemployed for so long, and it's a shame to spend our hard-earned savings on everyday necessities when they were supposed to be for holidays around Australia, or trips back to the UK.
Having said all that, we have no regrets about coming and still think we made the right decision. But I think it's important you should all consider the negative as well as positive opinions on this board. No place is paradise, yes we have palm trees and long white sandy beaches here, but it's not paradise. If you come out with expectations that are too high, you are likely to be disappointed. Hoping I won't get shot down in flames now!
We have met up with with other "Poms" from this board, and it's good to chat to other new arrivals to compare notes. In our street we also have English families who have been here longer and they've been helpful too. Our neighbours are a really friendly lot, and we do find on the whole the Aussies are a more friendly bunch. They are also very patriotic, the kids sing the national anthem at each assembly.
Good luck to all of you still waiting for your visas!
We arrived in WA in July. We haven't been homesick and the kids have settled really well in their new schools. It was cold to start with, especially indoors with no heating, but now we're enjoying the summer. There are plenty of things to frustrate you here though, and this country is definitely behind the times. I know PB and Dotty do wind everyone up with their comments, but you should be aware of the many negative aspects of living here, as well as the positives, as having lived here now for 6 months I can see where they're coming from. That's not to say we don't like it here, we love it, but for every positive thing about Oz, there are a lot of things we miss from the UK. The weather is great here, but the downside is the horrendous storms, lightning strikes, and the huge numbers of insects that come out when it's hot. Be prepared for plenty of Mozzie bites when you first arrive! Everything seemed so much cheaper when we first arrived here, because we were converting to pounds all the time, but things don't seem so cheap now. We were hoping to self-build, but the land prices here in Mandurah are at an all-time high. We've been disapointed with the standard of education at the school, and will probably have to pay to send the kids privately when they move up to high. The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too!
And unfortunately I do have to report that hubby has still been unable to get a job; our visa was rushed through the IT fast-track route as his skills were supposed to be in demand. The last job he applied for attracted over 100 other applicants. He was short-listed to the final 6, and then got the letter he didn't want. We have enough savings to keep us ticking over a bit longer, thankfully, but we really didn't anticipate him being unemployed for so long, and it's a shame to spend our hard-earned savings on everyday necessities when they were supposed to be for holidays around Australia, or trips back to the UK.
Having said all that, we have no regrets about coming and still think we made the right decision. But I think it's important you should all consider the negative as well as positive opinions on this board. No place is paradise, yes we have palm trees and long white sandy beaches here, but it's not paradise. If you come out with expectations that are too high, you are likely to be disappointed. Hoping I won't get shot down in flames now!
We have met up with with other "Poms" from this board, and it's good to chat to other new arrivals to compare notes. In our street we also have English families who have been here longer and they've been helpful too. Our neighbours are a really friendly lot, and we do find on the whole the Aussies are a more friendly bunch. They are also very patriotic, the kids sing the national anthem at each assembly.
Good luck to all of you still waiting for your visas!
Jan 21st 2003, 1:50 am
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Jacqui I loved your honesty. Reality, I am surprised nobody commented.
Jan 21st 2003, 2:10 am
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Originally posted by Jacqui
There were plenty of questions about the "Emigrate" show last year on this board, do a search and see what it brings up, I know I posted a few things about it, having been twice. If you're planning to go, think about ordering tickets soon, it's held in March.
We arrived in WA in July. We haven't been homesick and the kids have settled really well in their new schools. It was cold to start with, especially indoors with no heating, but now we're enjoying the summer. There are plenty of things to frustrate you here though, and this country is definitely behind the times. I know PB and Dotty do wind everyone up with their comments, but you should be aware of the many negative aspects of living here, as well as the positives, as having lived here now for 6 months I can see where they're coming from. That's not to say we don't like it here, we love it, but for every positive thing about Oz, there are a lot of things we miss from the UK. The weather is great here, but the downside is the horrendous storms, lightning strikes, and the huge numbers of insects that come out when it's hot. Be prepared for plenty of Mozzie bites when you first arrive! Everything seemed so much cheaper when we first arrived here, because we were converting to pounds all the time, but things don't seem so cheap now. We were hoping to self-build, but the land prices here in Mandurah are at an all-time high. We've been disapointed with the standard of education at the school, and will probably have to pay to send the kids privately when they move up to high. The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too!
And unfortunately I do have to report that hubby has still been unable to get a job; our visa was rushed through the IT fast-track route as his skills were supposed to be in demand. The last job he applied for attracted over 100 other applicants. He was short-listed to the final 6, and then got the letter he didn't want. We have enough savings to keep us ticking over a bit longer, thankfully, but we really didn't anticipate him being unemployed for so long, and it's a shame to spend our hard-earned savings on everyday necessities when they were supposed to be for holidays around Australia, or trips back to the UK.
Having said all that, we have no regrets about coming and still think we made the right decision. But I think it's important you should all consider the negative as well as positive opinions on this board. No place is paradise, yes we have palm trees and long white sandy beaches here, but it's not paradise. If you come out with expectations that are too high, you are likely to be disappointed. Hoping I won't get shot down in flames now!
We have met up with with other "Poms" from this board, and it's good to chat to other new arrivals to compare notes. In our street we also have English families who have been here longer and they've been helpful too. Our neighbours are a really friendly lot, and we do find on the whole the Aussies are a more friendly bunch. They are also very patriotic, the kids sing the national anthem at each assembly.
Good luck to all of you still waiting for your visas!
There were plenty of questions about the "Emigrate" show last year on this board, do a search and see what it brings up, I know I posted a few things about it, having been twice. If you're planning to go, think about ordering tickets soon, it's held in March.
We arrived in WA in July. We haven't been homesick and the kids have settled really well in their new schools. It was cold to start with, especially indoors with no heating, but now we're enjoying the summer. There are plenty of things to frustrate you here though, and this country is definitely behind the times. I know PB and Dotty do wind everyone up with their comments, but you should be aware of the many negative aspects of living here, as well as the positives, as having lived here now for 6 months I can see where they're coming from. That's not to say we don't like it here, we love it, but for every positive thing about Oz, there are a lot of things we miss from the UK. The weather is great here, but the downside is the horrendous storms, lightning strikes, and the huge numbers of insects that come out when it's hot. Be prepared for plenty of Mozzie bites when you first arrive! Everything seemed so much cheaper when we first arrived here, because we were converting to pounds all the time, but things don't seem so cheap now. We were hoping to self-build, but the land prices here in Mandurah are at an all-time high. We've been disapointed with the standard of education at the school, and will probably have to pay to send the kids privately when they move up to high. The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too!
And unfortunately I do have to report that hubby has still been unable to get a job; our visa was rushed through the IT fast-track route as his skills were supposed to be in demand. The last job he applied for attracted over 100 other applicants. He was short-listed to the final 6, and then got the letter he didn't want. We have enough savings to keep us ticking over a bit longer, thankfully, but we really didn't anticipate him being unemployed for so long, and it's a shame to spend our hard-earned savings on everyday necessities when they were supposed to be for holidays around Australia, or trips back to the UK.
Having said all that, we have no regrets about coming and still think we made the right decision. But I think it's important you should all consider the negative as well as positive opinions on this board. No place is paradise, yes we have palm trees and long white sandy beaches here, but it's not paradise. If you come out with expectations that are too high, you are likely to be disappointed. Hoping I won't get shot down in flames now!
We have met up with with other "Poms" from this board, and it's good to chat to other new arrivals to compare notes. In our street we also have English families who have been here longer and they've been helpful too. Our neighbours are a really friendly lot, and we do find on the whole the Aussies are a more friendly bunch. They are also very patriotic, the kids sing the national anthem at each assembly.
Good luck to all of you still waiting for your visas!
Jan 22nd 2003, 12:44 pm
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Re: where are the people who emigrated recently?
Originally posted by pread
We emigrated at the end of September last year to Melbourne's Eastern suburbs. Had a rough time at first trying to find both a rental house and a job, but got both of those by early December. Really enjoying it so far, no major disappointments, and we're starting to get out and about like a normal family.
We actually keep an online diary (weblog), going back to the day we applied for our 457 visa, so that the folks back home can keep tabs on what's happening. If anyone's interested, I'll post the link.
Cheers,
Paul.
We emigrated at the end of September last year to Melbourne's Eastern suburbs. Had a rough time at first trying to find both a rental house and a job, but got both of those by early December. Really enjoying it so far, no major disappointments, and we're starting to get out and about like a normal family.
We actually keep an online diary (weblog), going back to the day we applied for our 457 visa, so that the folks back home can keep tabs on what's happening. If anyone's interested, I'll post the link.
Cheers,
Paul.
Glad you and your family have settled in.
We have just received our pre-grant letter and have booked our flights to arrive in Melbourne on 23 February.
Do you have any info on Internet Services?
We hope to settle down in the Rowville area, have got some relo's there.
Mike & Karen
Jan 22nd 2003, 9:27 pm
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Re: where are the people who emigrated recently?
Originally posted by karenvirginia
would enjoy reading your story.
has anyone seen the video that outbound newspapers (australian news) advertise? alan and i got it and sat for 2 hours watching but found it skimmed over a great deal. i think i am obsessed with the shipping aspect as want to take as much as poss and have so many questions. quite interesting all the same (the couple who went to adelaide did not plan very well after 12 months still no work and they are probably back in the uk now)
heres to the gold coast in august
karen
would enjoy reading your story.
has anyone seen the video that outbound newspapers (australian news) advertise? alan and i got it and sat for 2 hours watching but found it skimmed over a great deal. i think i am obsessed with the shipping aspect as want to take as much as poss and have so many questions. quite interesting all the same (the couple who went to adelaide did not plan very well after 12 months still no work and they are probably back in the uk now)
heres to the gold coast in august
karen
We went to the Emigrate Show last year and one of the seminars involved the couple who went to Adelaide. They stayed in Australia and gained Citizenship and bought a place in Tasmania which they rented out and they came back to the UK. Overall they said they would recommend the experience if only to gain Citizenship. I suppose it keeps your options open for retirement doesn't it?
They had a question and answer session at the end but sorry I can't remember any of them? Must be getting old! I wonder if they'll be there this year?
Jan 22nd 2003, 9:35 pm
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Thanks Jacqui- an excellent balanced view (without slagging anyone or anywhere off- see PB- it is possible!).
My sis has just bought in Duncraig and have a super house for very little and are very happy. She got the first job she went for but then she isnt in IT and is probably on alot less dosh. Would love tp catch up with you when we get there.
Love
Nic
PS Good luck with the searcg though
PS- wherabouts in Mandurah?
My sis has just bought in Duncraig and have a super house for very little and are very happy. She got the first job she went for but then she isnt in IT and is probably on alot less dosh. Would love tp catch up with you when we get there.
Love
Nic
PS Good luck with the searcg though
PS- wherabouts in Mandurah?
Jan 23rd 2003, 6:51 am
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Originally posted by Grub
Thanks Jacqui- an excellent balanced view (without slagging anyone or anywhere off- see PB- it is possible!).
My sis has just bought in Duncraig and have a super house for very little and are very happy. She got the first job she went for but then she isnt in IT and is probably on alot less dosh. Would love tp catch up with you when we get there.
Love
Nic
PS Good luck with the searcg though
PS- wherabouts in Mandurah?
Thanks Jacqui- an excellent balanced view (without slagging anyone or anywhere off- see PB- it is possible!).
My sis has just bought in Duncraig and have a super house for very little and are very happy. She got the first job she went for but then she isnt in IT and is probably on alot less dosh. Would love tp catch up with you when we get there.
Love
Nic
PS Good luck with the searcg though
PS- wherabouts in Mandurah?
''We've been disapointed with the standard of education at the school, and will probably have to pay to send the kids privately when they move up to high. The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too! ''
No place is paradise, yes we have palm trees and long white sandy beaches here, but it's not paradise. If you come out with expectations that are too high, you are likely to be disappointed. Hoping I won't get shot down in flames now!
This kind of stuff has got you in a right state before glad to see that you can except it now.
Jan 24th 2003, 12:03 pm
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This kind of stuff has got you in a right state before glad to see that you can except it now.
Learn to spell PB- youre boring me
Blah Blah Blah
Sound familiar??!!
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Learn to spell PB- youre boring me
Blah Blah Blah
Sound familiar??!!
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Jan 24th 2003, 6:07 pm
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Re: where are the people who emigrated recently?
Originally posted by Mike & karen
Hi Paul
Glad you and your family have settled in.
We have just received our pre-grant letter and have booked our flights to arrive in Melbourne on 23 February.
Do you have any info on Internet Services?
We hope to settle down in the Rowville area, have got some relo's there.
Mike & Karen
Hi Paul
Glad you and your family have settled in.
We have just received our pre-grant letter and have booked our flights to arrive in Melbourne on 23 February.
Do you have any info on Internet Services?
We hope to settle down in the Rowville area, have got some relo's there.
Mike & Karen
hello
ive been there and its a lovely area. just down the road from where the mcdonalds is there is a lovely place called `lakeside` i went for a job interview with linde forklift trucks which is who i work for here in the u.k. never got the job but close by in dandenong i was offered one. didnt like that suburb tho plus i was only visiting the country to check the place out before i make my big move......
Jan 24th 2003, 6:13 pm
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Originally posted by pommie bastard
The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too..
The news items in the West Australian are all so similar to what you read about in the UK; murder, muggings, drugs-related offences, vandalism, it all goes on here too..
Jan 24th 2003, 8:40 pm
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Hi,
I totally agree with Jaqui, We ahve just returned frm Oz been to
Perth
Adelaide
Sydney
Sunshine gold coast and Byron Bay.
I have my feet firmly on the ground about Oz, when we arrived there was a boy on christmas eve in Perth murdered, when we got to Adelaide the same thing happened on New years eve.
We checked out everything, Schools, private healthcare, banking etc and it isn't very disimilair to the UK, as I laughed with the Ozzy's they hat middle lane drivers aswell, call their Government crap, I was suprised how similar the people we met where like us.
The plain fact is the weather is nicer, you get more land when buying a house, people are freindly and are quite straight talking (just like me), we loved the place but is really isn't a paradise. people are more relaxed adn not so uptight well i didn't meet one of them.
Good luck to everyone still waiting
Carrianne
I totally agree with Jaqui, We ahve just returned frm Oz been to
Perth
Adelaide
Sydney
Sunshine gold coast and Byron Bay.
I have my feet firmly on the ground about Oz, when we arrived there was a boy on christmas eve in Perth murdered, when we got to Adelaide the same thing happened on New years eve.
We checked out everything, Schools, private healthcare, banking etc and it isn't very disimilair to the UK, as I laughed with the Ozzy's they hat middle lane drivers aswell, call their Government crap, I was suprised how similar the people we met where like us.
The plain fact is the weather is nicer, you get more land when buying a house, people are freindly and are quite straight talking (just like me), we loved the place but is really isn't a paradise. people are more relaxed adn not so uptight well i didn't meet one of them.
Good luck to everyone still waiting
Carrianne
Jan 24th 2003, 11:26 pm
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Originally posted by Carrianne
The plain fact is the weather is nicer, you get more land when buying a house, people are freindly and are quite straight talking (just like me), we loved the place but is really isn't a paradise. people are more relaxed adn not so uptight well i didn't meet one of them.
Good luck to everyone still waiting
Carrianne
The plain fact is the weather is nicer, you get more land when buying a house, people are freindly and are quite straight talking (just like me), we loved the place but is really isn't a paradise. people are more relaxed adn not so uptight well i didn't meet one of them.
Good luck to everyone still waiting
Carrianne
I'm still in research mode... but I'm getting there.
lee
ps stop knocking PB, leave the bloke alone he speaks some good sense, imo mixed up with some utter crap, but non the less I have genuinely enjoyed his posts. Keep at it!
Jan 27th 2003, 10:40 pm
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Originally posted by Grub
This kind of stuff has got you in a right state before glad to see that you can except it now.
Learn to spell PB- youre boring me
Blah Blah Blah
Sound familiar??!!
This kind of stuff has got you in a right state before glad to see that you can except it now.
Learn to spell PB- youre boring me
Blah Blah Blah
Sound familiar??!!
Having read a few of your posts I should say we could both take a few lessons in spelling , thought up any more polls yet or fed of people taking the pee out of you?
Jan 27th 2003, 10:46 pm
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Originally posted by sully4441
You've hit the nail on the head here. as long as you take all the precautions, i.e. engage brain, do the research, remove the rose tinted vision aids, and if its still what you want.....go for it. Remember, you are a long time dead.
I'm still in research mode... but I'm getting there.
lee
ps stop knocking PB, leave the bloke alone he speaks some good sense, imo mixed up with some utter crap, but non the less I have genuinely enjoyed his posts. Keep at it!
You've hit the nail on the head here. as long as you take all the precautions, i.e. engage brain, do the research, remove the rose tinted vision aids, and if its still what you want.....go for it. Remember, you are a long time dead.
I'm still in research mode... but I'm getting there.
lee
ps stop knocking PB, leave the bloke alone he speaks some good sense, imo mixed up with some utter crap, but non the less I have genuinely enjoyed his posts. Keep at it!
I hope not too much sense I have street cred to worry about , but I do try and use a bit of humour lost on some on this forum , liked the long time dead , I feel like the clocked stopped about 9 years ago.