livinginreality

I thought you were having a whinge earlier about paying too much rent/council tax?

roaringmouse

As asked earlier in this thread...
And even earlier...

FluffyTheCampfireSlayer2

Ya know.....I used to be on this forum under a different username a few years ago, (several thousand posts and very prolific). I left because I was sick and tired of 'idiots' with nothing better to do, giving people shite all the time. It would appear, that, upon my return, nothing much has changed!

roaringmouse

I asked you questions, I did not give you "shite" and I certainly did not insult you like you did me.

Why are you avoiding certain questions? They are very pertinent questions that I am asking you, based on the information you have given.

soapy©

unless any of you are thinking of returning to Aus after a stint in the UK why would you question the OPs reasons for returning

FluffyTheCampfireSlayer2

Why am I avoiding your questions?

Because you are very evidently a <<edited>>

Not interested - move on!

roaringmouse

I've just asked you questions to find out more about your situation and your thought process in this which in turn may help other people. I've asked direct questions with respect, and not insulted you - in return you've insulted me (twice now).

You said in your original post, "hopefully, our experiences will help some of you that are stuck in that godawful situation of not knowing what to do...." - your attitude to (not) answering questions, instead preferring to insult certainly doesn't reflect what you said.

If it goes the same as last time then I hope you enjoy not feeling at home and missing family/friends, history, culture, proximity to Europe as you mentioned in your first post. Seems you may deserve it with your attitude.

FluffyTheCampfireSlayer2

Move along now!

Pollyana

As you know, if you ask a question on here you may get questions/opinions in reply which you don't really like. That's tough, nature of the forum. If you don't like what's said just ignore it. Cut out the insults. I have better things to do than explain the rules to someone who should know them inside out....

FluffyTheCampfireSlayer2

Hello again Polly

You may notice if you look closely, that I AM trying my HARDEST not to bite!?

Actually have been rebuking the Buggers!

russmcp

Lol, I think I know who you are......

ExKiwilass

Interrupting argy bargy to say I love the word "knowt".

Carry on.

ezzie

Bertles...if you're existing rather than living in the UK, then that'd be dreadful, the possibility of earning double in Oz would be an obvious lure...but what job do you do that earns double? Have you checked the rates recently? A lot has happened with prices in the past two years here. Food and rent has gone through the roof. In fact, the rises in Australia have been the steepest in the OECD.

What about all the reasons you went back to the UK? Have you enjoyed being amongst history, the humour etc, etc.

We've found that the attitudes you describe in Qld unbearable, but only slightly better in Sydney/Melbourne. But you really have to live in the very expensive areas and socialise amongst the ranks of educated elite to really escape it....or befriend migrants from South America, HK, Sri Lanka etc.

Having said that, I am gobsmacked at how chavvy a good proportion of UK kids are now....and these are the kids of some of our very, very lovely friends. Even yesterday in Sydney there was a woman falling around pissed as a fart...she seemed fun and friendly, and there was that unmistakable humour about her of the Brits but it reminded me of visiting Canterbury with the kids last year and seeing the pubs full at 11am. Maybe I'm just jealous that I can't have a drink during the day without falling asleep.

What I'm trying to say is that each culture has it's own social wasteland, probably a case of working out which is easier to live with. Seeing boozed-up chavvy Poms is a bit sad, but I never feel more alone or isolated when in Australia faced again with having to explain a joke or not being able to have a discussion that ranges outside sport. I'd give my big house with lovely views up tomorrow in exchange for a lively conversation.

wilson01

Hi Bertles I was wondering whether you had checked out the DIAC website recently? There have been some major changes and for a lot of people it is not looking good. As you have lived in OZ before can I ask you what visa did you apply for? Was it PR? Would you be entitled to the RRV? Is being sponsored by an employer an option for you? Does your partner/wife have any relevant qualifications? Would you be trying to gain employment in your former/current job? I know a couple of years ago OZ was looking for migrants in your occupation, however, this has now changed as I'm sure you are aware.
Just thought that there maybe a few more issues you should look into! Lots of Luck

russmcp

They both have PR (if its who I think it is)