April 2007 Applicants
Jan 15th 2008, 5:11 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Hi there,
we haven't been on for a while as we've kind of lost the will to live, waiting and waiting!
We're from the UK and apllied for a 136 at the end of April 07. We got a case officer at the end of August and have had to send form 80 since then. We haven't heard anything for months. Agent has tried contacting CO but no reply. Anyone else in a remotely similar boat????
We're losing the plot!
Nic
we haven't been on for a while as we've kind of lost the will to live, waiting and waiting!
We're from the UK and apllied for a 136 at the end of April 07. We got a case officer at the end of August and have had to send form 80 since then. We haven't heard anything for months. Agent has tried contacting CO but no reply. Anyone else in a remotely similar boat????
We're losing the plot!
Nic
Jan 15th 2008, 8:56 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
5 days to go now to flying to Perth. Waited 2 years for this and now starting to feel quite sick with nerves and dreading the inevitable good byes. Almost feels like we're preparing for someone dying which it shouldn't be. but don't know how to change it as everyone is hurting so much and trying to keep it from us but it's obvious. Feeling such guilt and pure panic right now. How do I relax?
Jan 16th 2008, 7:35 am
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
5 days to go now to flying to Perth. Waited 2 years for this and now starting to feel quite sick with nerves and dreading the inevitable good byes. Almost feels like we're preparing for someone dying which it shouldn't be. but don't know how to change it as everyone is hurting so much and trying to keep it from us but it's obvious. Feeling such guilt and pure panic right now. How do I relax?
Take your mind away from this side and think of the lovely time ahead of you, that's what i try to do!!!
Easier said than done though!!
We fly in 7 days and i'm feeling quite relaxed about it...saying that ...the dog goes up to the Kennels in Bristol Friday to fly out Sunday...and I'm absolutely feeling SICK and I know i'll be crying all day.
We have to go through those dreadful goodbyes and all feel the same way, worst part of all this process I would say.
Good Luck Lisa, see you in Perth!!!
Jan 16th 2008, 8:40 am
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Nic_Adam, why don't you try sending an email straight to DIMIA. It can't hurt and I don't blame you for losing the will to live. Good luck and sending you some karma. Where you heading by the way?
LisaT, I have pm'd you. There is nothing that can take away that awful feeling in the last few days. I really wanted to just go and stop all the good byes. Like you say, you feel so guilty and selfish and you know the people closest to you are hurting but you know, deep down you are doing the right thing, especially for the kids!
I can be here for you 24/7 or once every 2 weeks or longer whatever you want, just hold on in there girl, I know it is not easy but if it makes you feel any better, the weather is gorgeous, not so many flies about
(that is going to take some getting used to!) and in approx. 2 weeks you will have a great tan and we can be by the pool with a glass of wine in our hands reliving the nightmare of our visa days!!
Moonlight, I know you have family and friends already here, but it would be great to meet up and have a chat.
Good luck to Nic_Adam and hope everyone is well.
Nicx
LisaT, I have pm'd you. There is nothing that can take away that awful feeling in the last few days. I really wanted to just go and stop all the good byes. Like you say, you feel so guilty and selfish and you know the people closest to you are hurting but you know, deep down you are doing the right thing, especially for the kids!
I can be here for you 24/7 or once every 2 weeks or longer whatever you want, just hold on in there girl, I know it is not easy but if it makes you feel any better, the weather is gorgeous, not so many flies about
(that is going to take some getting used to!) and in approx. 2 weeks you will have a great tan and we can be by the pool with a glass of wine in our hands reliving the nightmare of our visa days!!Moonlight, I know you have family and friends already here, but it would be great to meet up and have a chat.
Good luck to Nic_Adam and hope everyone is well.
Nicx
Jan 16th 2008, 9:30 am
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Hi guys
Well, we have been in Perth for 5 days now and I must admit we are finding it all a bit daunting!!! Left Singapore and had problems with the luggage again (must stress that if yo have double the baggage allowance that email confirming it is sacred)! Got off the plane and my 6 year old burst into tears and refused to go through the exit doors
after 1 hour of trying to calm him down we got to the bottom of it all and basically he was scared of Perth!!! It just goes to show as he was the one out of the three of them that was so up for going and was so excited, bless him. He is ok now but I really felt for him, he obviously had built up something in his head.
We left the exit door at Perth to be met by flies, flies and more flies! Was not prepared for that. Had heard how bad they were but it was horrible. They are ok now or maybe we are getting used to them.
Our rental is nice but I am so missing the familiarity of things. Not missing the UK or relatives or friends yet as it just feels like a holiday but I am sure as the days go on it will get better. Whether Perth is going to be home or not, who knows but Australia is a big country so plenty places we can try. Sorry, sounds like I am moaning, I'm not. Glad to be given the opportunites and am prepared to give it 110% just feeling a bit down.
Speak soon.
Nicx
Well, we have been in Perth for 5 days now and I must admit we are finding it all a bit daunting!!! Left Singapore and had problems with the luggage again (must stress that if yo have double the baggage allowance that email confirming it is sacred)! Got off the plane and my 6 year old burst into tears and refused to go through the exit doors
after 1 hour of trying to calm him down we got to the bottom of it all and basically he was scared of Perth!!! It just goes to show as he was the one out of the three of them that was so up for going and was so excited, bless him. He is ok now but I really felt for him, he obviously had built up something in his head.We left the exit door at Perth to be met by flies, flies and more flies! Was not prepared for that. Had heard how bad they were but it was horrible. They are ok now or maybe we are getting used to them.
Our rental is nice but I am so missing the familiarity of things. Not missing the UK or relatives or friends yet as it just feels like a holiday but I am sure as the days go on it will get better. Whether Perth is going to be home or not, who knows but Australia is a big country so plenty places we can try. Sorry, sounds like I am moaning, I'm not. Glad to be given the opportunites and am prepared to give it 110% just feeling a bit down.
Speak soon.
Nicx
PM me if you want my number mandy xxx
5 days to go now to flying to Perth. Waited 2 years for this and now starting to feel quite sick with nerves and dreading the inevitable good byes. Almost feels like we're preparing for someone dying which it shouldn't be. but don't know how to change it as everyone is hurting so much and trying to keep it from us but it's obvious. Feeling such guilt and pure panic right now. How do I relax?
Good luck Lisa. Answer to that question is that you dont relax, not yet anyway, you will very soon but then it will be followed by a massive stress after which you will relax again
get the picture?? 
You will be fine but i know what you mean about hurting everyone. At the end i just wanted to GO so i wouldnt have to face eveyrone elses pain all the time
Jan 16th 2008, 11:16 am
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Hi guys
Well, we have been in Perth for 5 days now and I must admit we are finding it all a bit daunting!!! Left Singapore and had problems with the luggage again (must stress that if yo have double the baggage allowance that email confirming it is sacred)! Got off the plane and my 6 year old burst into tears and refused to go through the exit doors after 1 hour of trying to calm him down we got to the bottom of it all and basically he was scared of Perth!!! It just goes to show as he was the one out of the three of them that was so up for going and was so excited, bless him. He is ok now but I really felt for him, he obviously had built up something in his head.
We left the exit door at Perth to be met by flies, flies and more flies! Was not prepared for that. Had heard how bad they were but it was horrible. They are ok now or maybe we are getting used to them.
Our rental is nice but I am so missing the familiarity of things. Not missing the UK or relatives or friends yet as it just feels like a holiday but I am sure as the days go on it will get better. Whether Perth is going to be home or not, who knows but Australia is a big country so plenty places we can try. Sorry, sounds like I am moaning, I'm not. Glad to be given the opportunites and am prepared to give it 110% just feeling a bit down.
Speak soon.
Nicx
Well, we have been in Perth for 5 days now and I must admit we are finding it all a bit daunting!!! Left Singapore and had problems with the luggage again (must stress that if yo have double the baggage allowance that email confirming it is sacred)! Got off the plane and my 6 year old burst into tears and refused to go through the exit doors
after 1 hour of trying to calm him down we got to the bottom of it all and basically he was scared of Perth!!! It just goes to show as he was the one out of the three of them that was so up for going and was so excited, bless him. He is ok now but I really felt for him, he obviously had built up something in his head.We left the exit door at Perth to be met by flies, flies and more flies! Was not prepared for that. Had heard how bad they were but it was horrible. They are ok now or maybe we are getting used to them.
Our rental is nice but I am so missing the familiarity of things. Not missing the UK or relatives or friends yet as it just feels like a holiday but I am sure as the days go on it will get better. Whether Perth is going to be home or not, who knows but Australia is a big country so plenty places we can try. Sorry, sounds like I am moaning, I'm not. Glad to be given the opportunites and am prepared to give it 110% just feeling a bit down.
Speak soon.
Nicx
Glad you have arrived safely and everything is going well, it is quite a lot to deal with in one go, but then you can chill for a well deserved break. I know we needed a break when we got everything sorted and we don't have children to think about!
We are not too far from you, about half an hour. PM if you fancy a coffee or something when you have time.
Nicky
Jan 16th 2008, 2:11 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Thanks moonlight, daunted and Nic.
I am looking forward to being there and having a drink by a pool (although we don't one at our first place). So may need to come visit someone with one.
Looking forward to meeting you all very soon. We should arrange a meet up.
Thanks again for all your kindness.
xxx
I am looking forward to being there and having a drink by a pool (although we don't one at our first place). So may need to come visit someone with one.
Looking forward to meeting you all very soon. We should arrange a meet up.
Thanks again for all your kindness.
xxx
Jan 16th 2008, 3:47 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Hi Nic938
Would love to meet up with you, I know i've got family but I'm in need of friends when I arrive. Us Aprilees have built up a friendship over the months so will be nice to meet in person eh? Will pm you when i arrive.
Would love to meet up with you, I know i've got family but I'm in need of friends when I arrive. Us Aprilees have built up a friendship over the months so will be nice to meet in person eh? Will pm you when i arrive.
Jan 16th 2008, 6:14 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
I would love to meet up too, just waiting to hear on hubby's redundancy from BT, it was promised b4 Christmas but still no news, once that's confirmed we can make our plans, Hubby doesn't want to miss the pay out, it will happen within the next 3 months at the latest we hope!
So when on our way will let everyone in Perth know, my heart goes out to some who still don't have a CO, I was amazed I thought all had got them and their visa's for April.
Take care all and good wishes to those who are STILL awaiting x
Jan 17th 2008, 9:35 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Lisa and moonlight, so sorry to interrupt but i just have to say that i wish you all the luck in the world with the good bye's. I can sort of relate to what duanted is saying but as of yet i'm still stuck here being an August applicant so it's gonna be ages before we get there. It is hard saying goodbye but it really is going to be fine and you are doing the right thing you will be fine and like someone said earlier you'll have an excellent tan, it's currently 22 degrees in Sydney according to my desktop thingy on my laptop. Goodluck to you both.
Jan 17th 2008, 9:36 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Hi
I would love to meet up too, just waiting to hear on hubby's redundancy from BT, it was promised b4 Christmas but still no news, once that's confirmed we can make our plans, Hubby doesn't want to miss the pay out, it will happen within the next 3 months at the latest we hope!
So when on our way will let everyone in Perth know, my heart goes out to some who still don't have a CO, I was amazed I thought all had got them and their visa's for April.
Take care all and good wishes to those who are STILL awaiting x
I would love to meet up too, just waiting to hear on hubby's redundancy from BT, it was promised b4 Christmas but still no news, once that's confirmed we can make our plans, Hubby doesn't want to miss the pay out, it will happen within the next 3 months at the latest we hope!
So when on our way will let everyone in Perth know, my heart goes out to some who still don't have a CO, I was amazed I thought all had got them and their visa's for April.
Take care all and good wishes to those who are STILL awaiting x
Jan 18th 2008, 5:17 pm
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Re: April 2007 Applicants
Hi Moonlight,
thanks for the karma, it worked magic! We got our visas granted this morning! woohoo!
Off to sunny Adelaide...
thanks for the karma, it worked magic! We got our visas granted this morning! woohoo!
Off to sunny Adelaide...
Jan 18th 2008, 10:11 pm
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