Disaster
Mar 28th 2007 | 6:53 pm
#16
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Re: Disaster
hi got this of the website,
what are the new residence requirements for Australian citizenship?
The new residence requirements for Australian citizenship will mean that applicants will need:
four (4) years lawful residence in Australia immediately prior to making an application for Australian citizenship with at least 12 months as a permanent resident, and
absences from Australia of no more than 12 months in total in the four (4) years prior to application, and no more than three (3) months in the 12 month permanent residency period prior to application.
When will the new residence requirements come into effect?
On 1 March 2007, the Australian Citizenship Bill 2006 was passed by the Australian Parliament. The new legislation is likely to commence on 1 July 2007.
Will they affect current permanent residents?
The new residence requirements will only apply to people who become permanent residents on or after commencement of the legislation.
People who are permanent residents before the commencement of the new legislation will only need to meet the current residence requirements (presence in Australia as a permanent resident for periods amounting to two (2) years in the last five (5) years including one (1) year in the last two (2) immediately prior to making the application) provided they applied within three (3) years from the day the legislation commences.
What are the current residence requirements?
At the moment, the Australian Citizenship Act 1948 provides, that for applicants to be eligible for Australian citizenship, they need to have spent a minimum of two (2) years permanent residence in Australia in the last five (5) years, including at least 12 months in the last two (2) years.
What effect will the new residence requirements have on people who apply before the legislation commences?
Permanent residents who apply for Australian citizenship before the legislation commences will need to meet the current residence requirements.
Will travel overseas affect eligibility under the new requirements?
Absences of up to 12 months during that four (4) year period will be allowed, with no more than three (3) months in the year before making the application.
What effect will the new residence requirements have on temporary residents?
The new changes recognise time spent in Australia as temporary residents prior to the acquisition of permanent residence. Up to three (3) years of temporary residence will count towards the four (4) year residence requirement for citizenship.
In other words, people who become permanent residents after the changes commence and have been living in Australia on temporary visas immediately before becoming a permanent resident will be able to have up to three (3) years of the time spent as holders of temporary visas counted towards the four (4) year residence requirement. They will need to have a minimum of one (1) year as a permanent resident.
Why is the Government changing the residence requirements?
Australian citizenship is a privilege not a right. The former Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs, the Hon Andrew Robb AO MP, stated that the Government is focused on ensuring that citizenship applicants have spent a reasonable period of time living in Australia so that they are familiar with the Australian way of life, and appreciate the commitment that they are required to make to become citizens.
The new requirements also recognise the changes in the migration programme over the years which have resulted in an increasing number of people spending significant periods of time in Australia as temporary residents prior to becoming permanent residents.
Are the new residence requirements similar to those in other countries?
Yes. The United Kingdom requires five (5) years lawful residence with no more than 450 days absence during that time. The United States requires five (5) years permanent residence with absences of up to six (6) months each year. Canada requires three (3) years of permanent residence.
what are the new residence requirements for Australian citizenship?
The new residence requirements for Australian citizenship will mean that applicants will need:
four (4) years lawful residence in Australia immediately prior to making an application for Australian citizenship with at least 12 months as a permanent resident, and
absences from Australia of no more than 12 months in total in the four (4) years prior to application, and no more than three (3) months in the 12 month permanent residency period prior to application.
When will the new residence requirements come into effect?
On 1 March 2007, the Australian Citizenship Bill 2006 was passed by the Australian Parliament. The new legislation is likely to commence on 1 July 2007.
Will they affect current permanent residents?
The new residence requirements will only apply to people who become permanent residents on or after commencement of the legislation.
People who are permanent residents before the commencement of the new legislation will only need to meet the current residence requirements (presence in Australia as a permanent resident for periods amounting to two (2) years in the last five (5) years including one (1) year in the last two (2) immediately prior to making the application) provided they applied within three (3) years from the day the legislation commences.
What are the current residence requirements?
At the moment, the Australian Citizenship Act 1948 provides, that for applicants to be eligible for Australian citizenship, they need to have spent a minimum of two (2) years permanent residence in Australia in the last five (5) years, including at least 12 months in the last two (2) years.
What effect will the new residence requirements have on people who apply before the legislation commences?
Permanent residents who apply for Australian citizenship before the legislation commences will need to meet the current residence requirements.
Will travel overseas affect eligibility under the new requirements?
Absences of up to 12 months during that four (4) year period will be allowed, with no more than three (3) months in the year before making the application.
What effect will the new residence requirements have on temporary residents?
The new changes recognise time spent in Australia as temporary residents prior to the acquisition of permanent residence. Up to three (3) years of temporary residence will count towards the four (4) year residence requirement for citizenship.
In other words, people who become permanent residents after the changes commence and have been living in Australia on temporary visas immediately before becoming a permanent resident will be able to have up to three (3) years of the time spent as holders of temporary visas counted towards the four (4) year residence requirement. They will need to have a minimum of one (1) year as a permanent resident.
Why is the Government changing the residence requirements?
Australian citizenship is a privilege not a right. The former Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs, the Hon Andrew Robb AO MP, stated that the Government is focused on ensuring that citizenship applicants have spent a reasonable period of time living in Australia so that they are familiar with the Australian way of life, and appreciate the commitment that they are required to make to become citizens.
The new requirements also recognise the changes in the migration programme over the years which have resulted in an increasing number of people spending significant periods of time in Australia as temporary residents prior to becoming permanent residents.
Are the new residence requirements similar to those in other countries?
Yes. The United Kingdom requires five (5) years lawful residence with no more than 450 days absence during that time. The United States requires five (5) years permanent residence with absences of up to six (6) months each year. Canada requires three (3) years of permanent residence.
Mar 29th 2007 | 1:17 am
#17
Scottish Canuck
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From: Auld Scotia > Nova Scotia > Calgary
Re: Disaster
I am with Iain on this one. It's a very short time and you are at a stage that can be difficult for most people let alone for someone who is pregnant and is feeling pretty vulnerable at the moment. Pregnancy hormones raging and no doubt long days to fill without a job.
Whats to say that if you go home you will be surrounded by all your friends and rellies like you were. Whilst everyone will be glad to see you back, people tend to carry on with their own lives. They have jobs and most likely kids of their own to see to. You will probably see less and less of child-free friends because thats what tends to happen. Once the baby is here you won't have the same free time as before and your priorities change.
Its a real shame that you can't get a job. Seems unfair that qualified people aren't given a chance. Maybe you can use your time time at the moment planning what job alternatives there are in your field. You may want to study towards gaining some new qualifications that will help you jobwise in the future.
I am not sure if you have met new friends yet but try to meet with people in your area through anti-natal care. You will then have a great support network for when baby arrives. It can be a lonely time no matter where in the world you are.
Good luck to you all.
Whats to say that if you go home you will be surrounded by all your friends and rellies like you were. Whilst everyone will be glad to see you back, people tend to carry on with their own lives. They have jobs and most likely kids of their own to see to. You will probably see less and less of child-free friends because thats what tends to happen. Once the baby is here you won't have the same free time as before and your priorities change.
Its a real shame that you can't get a job. Seems unfair that qualified people aren't given a chance. Maybe you can use your time time at the moment planning what job alternatives there are in your field. You may want to study towards gaining some new qualifications that will help you jobwise in the future.
I am not sure if you have met new friends yet but try to meet with people in your area through anti-natal care. You will then have a great support network for when baby arrives. It can be a lonely time no matter where in the world you are.
Good luck to you all.
Sept 06 to March 07 is about six months
Who, after all their extensive research into expat life, can tell me what is often at its strongest about 6 months after arriving in a new country?
Rhymes with "Ultra Bloc"...
Being a seething mass of raging hormones doesnt help any either.
Hang in there a bit longer, remember your motivation for going in the first place, and dont do anything you are going to regret until at least a year has passed. Ideally stick with it until you can get citizenship.
Who, after all their extensive research into expat life, can tell me what is often at its strongest about 6 months after arriving in a new country?
Rhymes with "Ultra Bloc"...
Being a seething mass of raging hormones doesnt help any either.
Hang in there a bit longer, remember your motivation for going in the first place, and dont do anything you are going to regret until at least a year has passed. Ideally stick with it until you can get citizenship.
Mar 29th 2007 | 1:27 am
#18
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Re: Disaster
I agree with you on this one and after long discussions with my husband we are going to stay another 1.5years and get our citizenship. What with the baby on the way I couldn't work much in the UK anyway so it makes no odds whether I am not working here or not working there for a year or so.
The otherreason for going back is because we want our child to have it's family around it. I know people are probably thinking well why didn't you think about that before selling you house (could not rent it out needed the ££) and spending the money to get here. In answer to that we did think very long and hard and I thought the positives of Australia would outweigh this. It has amazed me how my perspective has changed now we have a baby on the way. I feel like a different person.
My OH and I spoke for hours last night trying to figure this out and I can tell he is just totally fed up. In his working life he has only worked for two companies before coming here and only joined the second compnay after the first (Westland Helicopters) closed down. He likes his stability and I feel like I have just come along and shaked that all up. I nagged and nagged until he gave in and came over for a visit and then it was a joint decision to give up everything and move here. He found it hard and had some terrible upset with his family yet he still did it and I know it was largely for me. Now we are here he has settled really well and is doing well at work with a promotion in his future grasp. Then along comes me again and now I want to move back because I want family involved with our child and after a year or two I want to go back to teaching. He says he doesn't mind and if that is what I want he will do it but I can tell he is bloody annoyed. We will have lost an absolute forune coming here and I can hear the pound signs clicking in his head.
I think we will wait another 1.5 years so we can at least get our citizenship but I am very aware that house prices in the UK are dramatically rising and he will hate work now knowing that he will have to leave that job again soon too.
I feel like such an idiot and lay in bed thinking how stupid I have been and wish I could turn back time and listen to him.
The otherreason for going back is because we want our child to have it's family around it. I know people are probably thinking well why didn't you think about that before selling you house (could not rent it out needed the ££) and spending the money to get here. In answer to that we did think very long and hard and I thought the positives of Australia would outweigh this. It has amazed me how my perspective has changed now we have a baby on the way. I feel like a different person.
My OH and I spoke for hours last night trying to figure this out and I can tell he is just totally fed up. In his working life he has only worked for two companies before coming here and only joined the second compnay after the first (Westland Helicopters) closed down. He likes his stability and I feel like I have just come along and shaked that all up. I nagged and nagged until he gave in and came over for a visit and then it was a joint decision to give up everything and move here. He found it hard and had some terrible upset with his family yet he still did it and I know it was largely for me. Now we are here he has settled really well and is doing well at work with a promotion in his future grasp. Then along comes me again and now I want to move back because I want family involved with our child and after a year or two I want to go back to teaching. He says he doesn't mind and if that is what I want he will do it but I can tell he is bloody annoyed. We will have lost an absolute forune coming here and I can hear the pound signs clicking in his head.
I think we will wait another 1.5 years so we can at least get our citizenship but I am very aware that house prices in the UK are dramatically rising and he will hate work now knowing that he will have to leave that job again soon too.
I feel like such an idiot and lay in bed thinking how stupid I have been and wish I could turn back time and listen to him.
Im glad you are waiting. Ive had two kids since coming to Canada (not as far from the UK granted, so family visit every year or so), and not having family around is hard sometimes. But ask yourself how much time would family spend with you in the UK anyway...they have their own lives too. Sure, there would be interest at first, but it would tail off after the novelty was gone, and you are left having to live your own life and make the best of it for your and the babys sake.
For me, there are things in Canada I simply could not afford in the UK, more space, less stress, a slower pace of life. Its just a better place to live and raise kids. Having kids is also a great ice breaker, you get out more (after the first few high maintainence months), you automatically have something in common with the other parents you meet. It will get better, so hang in there, enjoy every moment with the baby (they grow up so fast, five in the blink of an eye) and make the most of every day. Good luck! The power of positive thought can make all the difference, focus on the good parts of your life, a wonderful husband, a new baby, temperatures above freezing, and things will fall into place
Last edited by iaink; Mar 29th 2007 at 1:33 am.
Mar 29th 2007 | 6:57 am
#19
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Re: Disaster
Dont be soo hard on yourself, things will work out. Positive thoughts are definately the way forward.
Good luck I hope it works out.
Mar 29th 2007 | 9:38 am
#20
Scottish Canuck
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From: Auld Scotia > Nova Scotia > Calgary
Re: Disaster
See, even us lot in Canada care about you.
Hope things pick up for you real soon
Hope things pick up for you real soon
Mar 29th 2007 | 12:04 pm
#21
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Sunshine Coast -Yeepee!!
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From: Sunshine Coast - Oh yea!!
Re: Disaster
Im glad you are waiting. Ive had two kids since coming to Canada (not as far from the UK granted, so family visit every year or so), and not having family around is hard sometimes. But ask yourself how much time would family spend with you in the UK anyway...they have their own lives too. Sure, there would be interest at first, but it would tail off after the novelty was gone, and you are left having to live your own life and make the best of it for your and the babys sake.
For me, there are things in Canada I simply could not afford in the UK, more space, less stress, a slower pace of life. Its just a better place to live and raise kids. Having kids is also a great ice breaker, you get out more (after the first few high maintainence months), you automatically have something in common with the other parents you meet. It will get better, so hang in there, enjoy every moment with the baby (they grow up so fast, five in the blink of an eye) and make the most of every day. Good luck! The power of positive thought can make all the difference, focus on the good parts of your life, a wonderful husband, a new baby, temperatures above freezing, and things will fall into place
For me, there are things in Canada I simply could not afford in the UK, more space, less stress, a slower pace of life. Its just a better place to live and raise kids. Having kids is also a great ice breaker, you get out more (after the first few high maintainence months), you automatically have something in common with the other parents you meet. It will get better, so hang in there, enjoy every moment with the baby (they grow up so fast, five in the blink of an eye) and make the most of every day. Good luck! The power of positive thought can make all the difference, focus on the good parts of your life, a wonderful husband, a new baby, temperatures above freezing, and things will fall into place
Thanks guys, you have all helped more than you can know. We went for a walk along the beach last night and it was beautiful. My husband also opened up and let me know he would be really sad to leave. Therefore for his sake I am going to give it a bit more time. I think you are all right when it comes to family and my little dream would probably be not very close to the reality. In actual fact his family have only just started talking to me after 7 months of anger at coming here!! Not quite happy families!!! I am also re-considering completing country service once the baby is born and have also sent out a few emails to find out about training to be a nurse.
It is a very lonely time at the moment and I hope the baby will give me a little bit more direction.
Take care.
Mar 29th 2007 | 1:19 pm
#22
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From: Auld Scotia > Nova Scotia > Calgary
Re: Disaster
Glad that you had a good old heart to heart with your husband. Its best to clear the air a bit and get your feelings out. Bet your shoulders feel lighter than they did yesterday.
You both have exciting times ahead with a new baby on its way, but for now its good to remember why you came. Good luck with the nursing information. It's something I have always wanted to do to but never did. Maybe I can feel a career change coming my way too
Feel free to PM me anytime.
You both have exciting times ahead with a new baby on its way, but for now its good to remember why you came. Good luck with the nursing information. It's something I have always wanted to do to but never did. Maybe I can feel a career change coming my way too
Feel free to PM me anytime.
Mar 29th 2007 | 1:22 pm
#23
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From: British Columbia
Re: Disaster
Hello to the Canadians
Thanks guys, you have all helped more than you can know. We went for a walk along the beach last night and it was beautiful. My husband also opened up and let me know he would be really sad to leave. Therefore for his sake I am going to give it a bit more time. I think you are all right when it comes to family and my little dream would probably be not very close to the reality. In actual fact his family have only just started talking to me after 7 months of anger at coming here!! Not quite happy families!!! I am also re-considering completing country service once the baby is born and have also sent out a few emails to find out about training to be a nurse.
It is a very lonely time at the moment and I hope the baby will give me a little bit more direction.
Take care.
Thanks guys, you have all helped more than you can know. We went for a walk along the beach last night and it was beautiful. My husband also opened up and let me know he would be really sad to leave. Therefore for his sake I am going to give it a bit more time. I think you are all right when it comes to family and my little dream would probably be not very close to the reality. In actual fact his family have only just started talking to me after 7 months of anger at coming here!! Not quite happy families!!! I am also re-considering completing country service once the baby is born and have also sent out a few emails to find out about training to be a nurse.
It is a very lonely time at the moment and I hope the baby will give me a little bit more direction.
Take care.
It's 3 years now and when I look back it's gone quickly really although parts of it were a nightmare but I've valued being here. It's given me an appreciation of my life back in England, the things I took for granted there including having wonderful close family. We're heading back to the UK hopefully this summer and I must admit to having mixed feelings, that's what living abroad does to you!
Hope things work out for you, whatever you decide.
Mar 29th 2007 | 1:36 pm
#24
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Re: Disaster
It always worries me when people state they have to go back so children can be brought up amongst the wider family unit. I don't believe it often actually happens that way. Perhaps because you can't necessarily afford to live near the family or because they are getting on with their lives and once the excitement of you being back wears off and suddenly people find that actually the children are no better off after all.
Obviously lots find what they are after and that's brilliant but there must be just as many who don't.
I don't think it's the lack of Aus experience with teaching although it must be some of it. I know of UK teachers who have had no problem and some Aussie techers who struggle - who knows for what reason.
Being pregnant and having a baby screw up the body than is sometimes realised. No way should anyone make big decisions at that time. I am really pleased that you are sticking with it and spreading the work search further. I believe that once you have the baby and then know far more people in the same position, you are more likely to find a job - it's not what you know but who you know - the same the world over.
Take care, relax, enjoy the pregnancy and the baby and put the work to back of your mind. I don't think any schools or companies would employ a new person who is pregnant anyway when there are always lots of other people applying for the same jobs - why would they - not fair but understandable from their perspective.
Obviously lots find what they are after and that's brilliant but there must be just as many who don't.
I don't think it's the lack of Aus experience with teaching although it must be some of it. I know of UK teachers who have had no problem and some Aussie techers who struggle - who knows for what reason.
Being pregnant and having a baby screw up the body than is sometimes realised. No way should anyone make big decisions at that time. I am really pleased that you are sticking with it and spreading the work search further. I believe that once you have the baby and then know far more people in the same position, you are more likely to find a job - it's not what you know but who you know - the same the world over.
Take care, relax, enjoy the pregnancy and the baby and put the work to back of your mind. I don't think any schools or companies would employ a new person who is pregnant anyway when there are always lots of other people applying for the same jobs - why would they - not fair but understandable from their perspective.
Mar 29th 2007 | 2:13 pm
#25
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Sunshine Coast -Yeepee!!
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From: Sunshine Coast - Oh yea!!
Re: Disaster
It always worries me when people state they have to go back so children can be brought up amongst the wider family unit. I don't believe it often actually happens that way. Perhaps because you can't necessarily afford to live near the family or because they are getting on with their lives and once the excitement of you being back wears off and suddenly people find that actually the children are no better off after all.
Obviously lots find what they are after and that's brilliant but there must be just as many who don't.
I don't think it's the lack of Aus experience with teaching although it must be some of it. I know of UK teachers who have had no problem and some Aussie techers who struggle - who knows for what reason.
Being pregnant and having a baby screw up the body than is sometimes realised. No way should anyone make big decisions at that time. I am really pleased that you are sticking with it and spreading the work search further. I believe that once you have the baby and then know far more people in the same position, you are more likely to find a job - it's not what you know but who you know - the same the world over.
Take care, relax, enjoy the pregnancy and the baby and put the work to back of your mind. I don't think any schools or companies would employ a new person who is pregnant anyway when there are always lots of other people applying for the same jobs - why would they - not fair but understandable from their perspective.
Obviously lots find what they are after and that's brilliant but there must be just as many who don't.
I don't think it's the lack of Aus experience with teaching although it must be some of it. I know of UK teachers who have had no problem and some Aussie techers who struggle - who knows for what reason.
Being pregnant and having a baby screw up the body than is sometimes realised. No way should anyone make big decisions at that time. I am really pleased that you are sticking with it and spreading the work search further. I believe that once you have the baby and then know far more people in the same position, you are more likely to find a job - it's not what you know but who you know - the same the world over.
Take care, relax, enjoy the pregnancy and the baby and put the work to back of your mind. I don't think any schools or companies would employ a new person who is pregnant anyway when there are always lots of other people applying for the same jobs - why would they - not fair but understandable from their perspective.
I think you are right in many ways and people have got used to us not being around and have moved on with their lives. I have to be brave and try and build a new one here for us and if after a good crack at it it is still not right then at least it was a wonderful adventure.
As for teaching it really depends on where you are. Unfortunately I am a primary school teacher (too many of us), living on the Sunshine coast (too many of us!!) and I have not completed my required country service. Some other areas of QLD may be different but to work somewhere as desirable as this is only poss with country service or being employed by private schools. You are spot on when you say I wont get a job now I am pregnant so I am trying to relax and enjoy the time off. I still kepp my fingers crossed that I will get some supply teaching after the easter holidays, it wont matter that I am pregnant for that and the $53 per hour rate will help me kit out the nursery!!!
Thanks everyone
Mar 29th 2007 | 2:58 pm
#26
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Re: Disaster
We sold our house, our cars and shipped all out belongings to brisbane. We didnt think of the negatives of missing family and friends and only saw the positives.
We left home in November 06. We arrived in Brisbane in January 07. Lived with a friend. We struggled to get a rental as had no reference as we had never rented before. So we took the plunge and bought a house - what a massive mistake.
We put off having children til we got here. Now we are having to put it off again til we decide what we want to do but all I want to do it be back home. I really didnt appreciate my friends and family. I obviously loved and cared for them but I feel so selfish that its taken me to move to the otherside of the world to realise how much I need their love and support.
My parents are here in 4 weeks and my sister in law and husband in 10 weeks and then the inlaws in August they intend staying a while as they are retired. We are going home for a holiday in October and to make our final decision whether we are packing up here in oz and shipping everything back the otherway again.
I will feel like we have failed by going home but know that my family and friends will welcome me back with open arms.
We cannot sell up unti end of the year so OH has said we need to be positive this year and enjoy the experience and try and see and do as much as we can. We will deffinately be stronger people at the end of this tough adventure.
We left home in November 06. We arrived in Brisbane in January 07. Lived with a friend. We struggled to get a rental as had no reference as we had never rented before. So we took the plunge and bought a house - what a massive mistake.
We put off having children til we got here. Now we are having to put it off again til we decide what we want to do but all I want to do it be back home. I really didnt appreciate my friends and family. I obviously loved and cared for them but I feel so selfish that its taken me to move to the otherside of the world to realise how much I need their love and support.
My parents are here in 4 weeks and my sister in law and husband in 10 weeks and then the inlaws in August they intend staying a while as they are retired. We are going home for a holiday in October and to make our final decision whether we are packing up here in oz and shipping everything back the otherway again.
I will feel like we have failed by going home but know that my family and friends will welcome me back with open arms.
We cannot sell up unti end of the year so OH has said we need to be positive this year and enjoy the experience and try and see and do as much as we can. We will deffinately be stronger people at the end of this tough adventure.
Gosh my story is similiar to yours. We had a great life in the UK fab grandparents, friends the lot. I wanted to come here. OH was excited but it was my idea. What a whopper of a mistake.
The difference with us is my hubby doesnt want to go home. Its crap its really really stressful we argue all the time. He has agreed to come home and then changes his mind its a nightmare.
I cant wait to go home but like you we bought a house and cant put it up for sale until August. I go home in 3 weeks for a holiday with my youngest son. I can honestly say though if it wasnt for this I would be ringing the removals company this second.
Good luck
nicola
PS I am nicola411 but have forgotten my log in details
Mar 29th 2007 | 3:05 pm
#27
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From: Tallebudgera its FOR SALE on expats you know!
Re: Disaster
Hello to the Canadians
Thanks guys, you have all helped more than you can know. We went for a walk along the beach last night and it was beautiful. My husband also opened up and let me know he would be really sad to leave. Therefore for his sake I am going to give it a bit more time. I think you are all right when it comes to family and my little dream would probably be not very close to the reality. In actual fact his family have only just started talking to me after 7 months of anger at coming here!! Not quite happy families!!! I am also re-considering completing country service once the baby is born and have also sent out a few emails to find out about training to be a nurse.
It is a very lonely time at the moment and I hope the baby will give me a little bit more direction.
Take care.
Thanks guys, you have all helped more than you can know. We went for a walk along the beach last night and it was beautiful. My husband also opened up and let me know he would be really sad to leave. Therefore for his sake I am going to give it a bit more time. I think you are all right when it comes to family and my little dream would probably be not very close to the reality. In actual fact his family have only just started talking to me after 7 months of anger at coming here!! Not quite happy families!!! I am also re-considering completing country service once the baby is born and have also sent out a few emails to find out about training to be a nurse.
It is a very lonely time at the moment and I hope the baby will give me a little bit more direction.
Take care.
Now his mum and sister arrive in 12 weeks and I am off in 3 weeks to stay with them. So I honestly believe some people shoose to display anger when they are hurting rather than just being really upset and needy.lol
best wishes
nicola
Mar 31st 2007 | 10:39 am
#28
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Posts: 145
From: Brisbane
Re: Disaster
I know I am making mine and my husbands life misrable - I just cannot seem to cheer up. What the answer other than going home - but cannot do that until at least end of year.
Am I reading the letter correctly regarding the $7000 first home grant - can u sell up after 6 months and not pay it back?
Est
Am I reading the letter correctly regarding the $7000 first home grant - can u sell up after 6 months and not pay it back?
Est
Apr 1st 2007 | 10:29 am
#29
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Re: Disaster
I know I am making mine and my husbands life misrable - I just cannot seem to cheer up. What the answer other than going home - but cannot do that until at least end of year.
Am I reading the letter correctly regarding the $7000 first home grant - can u sell up after 6 months and not pay it back?
Est
Am I reading the letter correctly regarding the $7000 first home grant - can u sell up after 6 months and not pay it back?
Est
Apr 1st 2007 | 11:12 am
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From: Tallebudgera its FOR SALE on expats you know!
Re: Disaster
I know I am making mine and my husbands life misrable - I just cannot seem to cheer up. What the answer other than going home - but cannot do that until at least end of year.
Am I reading the letter correctly regarding the $7000 first home grant - can u sell up after 6 months and not pay it back?
Est
Am I reading the letter correctly regarding the $7000 first home grant - can u sell up after 6 months and not pay it back?
Est
Have you got any kids?
maybe you can come down to the gold coast now in the school holdidays and hang out if you like for the day. I am also from yorkshire.
anyway have a good day
nicola411
