Hello from a expat in Perth
Oct 21st 2006 | 3:58 am
#16
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by northernbird
absolutely, my kids love it here.
Since my son was born in June, we have hardly been over the door as it pours down most weekends (apart from a short heatwave in June/July). I would really love to be able to spend more reliable time with him and the OH in family outdoor type activities.
Oct 21st 2006 | 3:58 am
#17
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From: Perth
Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by busterboy
I am probably more suited for this stuff than most. I have a very small family, as does my husband, they are situated all across the world. My parents have just retired and are fairly financially able and my husband and I never stay anywhere longer than 2 years!! We don't really have any roots to talk of!!!
What worries me most is what if I don't like it? I don't want to go just to come back two years down the line with a disjointed career and much poorer.
...same worries as everyone I suppose.
What worries me most is what if I don't like it? I don't want to go just to come back two years down the line with a disjointed career and much poorer.
...same worries as everyone I suppose.
Oct 21st 2006 | 4:03 am
#18
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From: Perth
Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by busterboy
I was reading recently that the Oz school system really perplexes immigrants as there is less focus on parrot fashion learning and more about discussion, argument, creativity and analysis....the absolute opposite in my opinion of the UK school system....a big plus in my opinion.
Since my son was born in June, we have hardly been over the door as it pours down most weekends (apart from a short heatwave in June/July). I would really love to be able to spend more reliable time with him and the OH in family outdoor type activities.
Since my son was born in June, we have hardly been over the door as it pours down most weekends (apart from a short heatwave in June/July). I would really love to be able to spend more reliable time with him and the OH in family outdoor type activities.
absolutely, my 8 year old is thriving in school because of this. My 4 year old would have started full time school last month, too young. I could understand those parents who have exceptionally gifted kids being frustrated because of the differences in approach.
Oct 21st 2006 | 4:11 am
#19
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by busterboy
I am probably more suited for this stuff than most. I have a very small family, as does my husband, they are situated all across the world. My parents have just retired and are fairly financially able and my husband and I never stay anywhere longer than 2 years!! We don't really have any roots to talk of!!!
What worries me most is what if I don't like it? I don't want to go just to come back two years down the line with a disjointed career and much poorer.
...same worries as everyone I suppose.
What worries me most is what if I don't like it? I don't want to go just to come back two years down the line with a disjointed career and much poorer.
...same worries as everyone I suppose.
happiness they say is an inside job 
Oct 25th 2006 | 4:41 pm
#20
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From: Dianella, Perth, WA
Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Hey there we've been in Perth now 5 months and so far we love it - much better life - like you though need to get bigger circle of friends, if you ever sort out a meet up let me know we'll come along - husband, wife and little girl
J
J
Originally Posted by zig_zag
Hi Guys
Been in Perth a couple of months now and still finding our feet although I must say things are getting a little easier now. It will be great to get to know you guys. I had so many friends in the UK and I need to replace them. Sounds harsh, but its so hard keeping in touch on MSN with the time difference (my mates would kill me if they read this) I know it wont be the same, as some have been friends half of my life, they will be hard to replace, but you have to start some where and if there is one thing I have learnt about mates is you can't live with em and you can't live without em
TTFN
Been in Perth a couple of months now and still finding our feet although I must say things are getting a little easier now. It will be great to get to know you guys. I had so many friends in the UK and I need to replace them. Sounds harsh, but its so hard keeping in touch on MSN with the time difference (my mates would kill me if they read this) I know it wont be the same, as some have been friends half of my life, they will be hard to replace, but you have to start some where and if there is one thing I have learnt about mates is you can't live with em and you can't live without em
TTFN
Oct 25th 2006 | 5:41 pm
#21
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From: Banksia Grove Perth
Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Good on yer, you can never have too many friends! We've met loads of lovely people from on here. Including Jayniebabes!
With a 3 year old boy and being 7 months preggers, still working and moving house(i never do things by halves) spare time is a little rare but let us know if you arrange anything and I'll see if I can waddle along.
I'm an old pro, been here just over two years now and it feels like home, especially on nice days like today!
With a 3 year old boy and being 7 months preggers, still working and moving house(i never do things by halves) spare time is a little rare but let us know if you arrange anything and I'll see if I can waddle along.
I'm an old pro, been here just over two years now and it feels like home, especially on nice days like today!
Oct 25th 2006 | 7:11 pm
#22
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
G'Day...
Where about in Perth are you?
Where about in Perth are you?
Oct 25th 2006 | 8:08 pm
#23
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by Ransi
G'Day...
Where about in Perth are you?
Where about in Perth are you?
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:08 pm
#24
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From: Perth
Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
I am in Connolly and have been here 16 months, I think Sunbather may be down Mandurah way.
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:11 pm
#25
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by northernbird
I am in Connolly and have been here 16 months, I think Sunbather may be down Mandurah way.
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:12 pm
#26
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by Ransi
who was asking Mysterio??? why the 2 deleted messages? hmmm
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:18 pm
#27
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by northernbird
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:19 pm
#28
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by Ransi
were you not replying to mysterio before they mysteriously deleted their messages? just wondered what they were.
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:19 pm
#29
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Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
Originally Posted by northernbird
I am in Connolly and have been here 16 months, I think Sunbather may be down Mandurah way.
Sorry my son has been messing on my laptop I thought I deleted something else
He has been pestering me to go on line to play a game all the kids play it, but it drives me up the wall 
so I deleted everything and turned it off thankfully his own pc comes tomorrow so I get to have my laptop all to myself He would be on it night and day If I let him 
Oct 26th 2006 | 6:20 pm
#30
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From: Perth
Re: Hello from a expat in Perth
excellent, Ransi thought I had scared you away
