OMG we have our PR visas!!!!!!!
Hi Everyone,
Just to let you know that we received our passpports back today:thumbsup: I feel a bit shell shocked to be honest as now we plan a final date for our move in march 2010 to the North Shore. Just a few things i would like to ask: 1 - ANY advice!!!!!!! 2 - we are bringing over our dog and need to get the ball rolling v soon any people you would recommend? 3 - Is there any advise on renting out your house in the UK??????? pitfalls that we may not have considered tax etc. 4 - anything you would ship over ie Television - we were advised to buy a new one here and ship over?????:confused: 5 - any advice on shipping what not to take and what to defo take - does anyone have a list?:unsure: 6 - what would you have done differently now you have been through it???? 7 - I need a meet up and a drink when i get there :fingerscrossed: 8 - we are wanting to rent initially ( we are renting house out in Uk and have some equity to release) any advice re mortgages, credit cards etc. Thank you all for your support during this rollercoaster ride - believe me i am holding on!:ohmy: forshy |
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Hi Forshy
Well done! Amazin feeling isn't it!!! Am moving 2 cats with me - am headed over in March. Am using Golden Arrow Shipping in Shropshire - can't tell u my experience as that has yet to happen, but the do come highly recommended. hth and good luck Cheers HH |
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Thanks I actually have a quote off them - they are one of the most expensive, but I am informed one of the best! your at my stage then I guess we are in the same rollercoaster carriage!:thumbup:
forshy |
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Yup, that would explain the feeling in my stomach. now I have settled on a date, well almost, that train suddenly runs like those bullet trains in Japan!!!! i am also told it is only gonna get faster..........
cheers hhbop |
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Hi Alison
Congratulations...so pleased for you We used Golden Arrow who were more expensive but brilliant and took all my fears away for my precious cargo. We bought a new TV in the UK and have shipped it over. (Not get it yet though:sneaky:). Prices are on a par if not better here. Basically my advice is, if you have a good one already, ship it over but don't bother with buying a new one there. IMO We saw a 46" all singing and dancing jobby in 'the warehouse' a few weeks ago for $999. Possibly the new year sale, can't remember now, but have just checked online and they currently have a 42" plasma for $1299......and there is a 42" plasma in 'currys'(UK) for £768 ($1752) I did a list a few weeks ago..search under hand luggage. I am a bit busy this morning so will write later. Personally, although I will be happy to see my container load of stuff (sh.....te), I wouldnt have bothered with so much. We have had to buy lots of second hand appliances etc to get by, whilst waiting for the container (it will have been 12 weeks) and we will now have 2 of so many things. Fridge, freezer, w.machine, beds etc. Either that or ship your UK stuff out much earlier so you only have to manage for perhaps a couple of weeks, but then you have to live over there without the stuff.:blink: As I said, personally I wouldn't have bothered Great news. All the best Maria x |
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Hi
Can't give advice as I'm not there yet just wanted to say congrats and good luck :thumbsup: Angela x |
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Originally Posted by forshy
(Post 8284557)
Hi Everyone,
Just to let you know that we received our passpports back today:thumbsup: I feel a bit shell shocked to be honest as now we plan a final date for our move in march 2010 to the North Shore. Just a few things i would like to ask: 1 - ANY advice!!!!!!! 2 - we are bringing over our dog and need to get the ball rolling v soon any people you would recommend? 3 - Is there any advise on renting out your house in the UK??????? pitfalls that we may not have considered tax etc. 4 - anything you would ship over ie Television - we were advised to buy a new one here and ship over?????:confused: 5 - any advice on shipping what not to take and what to defo take - does anyone have a list?:unsure: 6 - what would you have done differently now you have been through it???? 7 - I need a meet up and a drink when i get there :fingerscrossed: 8 - we are wanting to rent initially ( we are renting house out in Uk and have some equity to release) any advice re mortgages, credit cards etc. Thank you all for your support during this rollercoaster ride - believe me i am holding on!:ohmy: forshy Secondly don't panic!!!!! and Thirdly Good luck!!!! Just finished packing 6 boxes, 4 suitcases & 2 cabin bags (we fly Saturday)..... winter clothes, shoes, toiletries, bits n bobs... I'm sure there will be things I wish we had taken but NZ does have shops lol .... will just have to spend container money on buying secondhand kiwi stuff. Finally & fourthly hang on in there, something very strange happens to time about two weeks before you leave!!!:eek: B x |
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thanks Maria:) hope your settling in and not missing the rain:D
alison xxx |
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Originally Posted by MnB
(Post 8284670)
Firstly CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!
Secondly don't panic!!!!! and Thirdly Good luck!!!! Just finished packing 6 boxes, 4 suitcases & 2 cabin bags (we fly Saturday)..... winter clothes, shoes, toiletries, bits n bobs... I'm sure there will be things I wish we had taken but NZ does have shops lol .... will just have to spend container money on buying secondhand kiwi stuff. Finally & fourthly hang on in there, something very strange happens to time about two weeks before you leave!!!:eek: B x I really need to get my act together then :thumbup: |
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Originally Posted by HHBoP
(Post 8284624)
Yup, that would explain the feeling in my stomach. now I have settled on a date, well almost, that train suddenly runs like those bullet trains in Japan!!!! i am also told it is only gonna get faster..........
cheers hhbop |
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Originally Posted by AngelaandJim
(Post 8284665)
Hi
Can't give advice as I'm not there yet just wanted to say congrats and good luck :thumbsup: Angela x so thanks everyone:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumb up::thumbup: |
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Originally Posted by MnB
(Post 8284670)
Firstly CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!
Secondly don't panic!!!!! and Thirdly Good luck!!!! Just finished packing 6 boxes, 4 suitcases & 2 cabin bags (we fly Saturday)..... winter clothes, shoes, toiletries, bits n bobs... I'm sure there will be things I wish we had taken but NZ does have shops lol .... will just have to spend container money on buying secondhand kiwi stuff. Finally & fourthly hang on in there, something very strange happens to time about two weeks before you leave!!!:eek: B x You have packed some summer stuff haven't you. Its boiling hot here. Can't stop thinking about you and how you are doing, during your last few days :wub: |
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Congrats....
[I]1 - ANY advice!!!!!!! - Big Topic....ummm how about ...take deep breaths and never forget why you are doing the move and that lifes one big adventure 2 - we are bringing over our dog and need to get the ball rolling v soon any people you would recommend? We used Airpets for our dog sized cat - remember to get all the tests and jabs in pleanty of time - your vet will advise you 3 - Is there any advise on renting out your house in the UK??????? pitfalls that we may not have considered tax etc. I think that overseas income can be tax free in NZ for the first 4 years BUT that you loose ceratin other tax breaks and benefits [/I] 4 - anything you would ship over ie Television - we were advised to buy a new one here and ship over????? as has been said before - if it's new then bring it - it'll work with the cable or sky tv here...if it's not DONT buy a new one...they are cheap enough ehre and will work with the different terrestrial system 5 - any advice on shipping what not to take and what to defo take - does anyone have a list? we brought everything - stored it all in our rental and sold excess stuff on trade me for a good price 6 - what would you have done differently now you have been through it???? nothing except transfer our money at 3 dollars to the pound and not what it is now! 7 - I need a meet up and a drink when i get there good idea but have to be a virtual one as you're going to JAFAland! 8 - we are wanting to rent initially ( we are renting house out in Uk and have some equity to release) any advice re mortgages, credit cards etc. good idea to rent till you know where you want to live. Most renatls are for 6 or 12 months. be careful that you don't get into a 12 month contract and need to leave it earlier because this can be difficult. Be prepared that many rentals are of quite poor quality. Remember also if you are looking in summer that winters can be cold here so check insulation, hetaing, windows, damp etc. Houses look great in the sunshine but you need to think about when the wind and rain come! |
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Originally Posted by forshy
(Post 8284672)
thanks Maria:) hope your settling in and not missing the rain:D
alison xxx Wait till you feel that warm sun on ya back. Its relentless and wonderful x |
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Originally Posted by Wooly_Cow
(Post 8284712)
Congrats....
[I]1 - ANY advice!!!!!!! - Big Topic....ummm how about ...take deep breaths and never forget why you are doing the move and that lifes one big adventure 2 - we are bringing over our dog and need to get the ball rolling v soon any people you would recommend? We used Airpets for our dog sized cat - remember to get all the tests and jabs in pleanty of time - your vet will advise you 3 - Is there any advise on renting out your house in the UK??????? pitfalls that we may not have considered tax etc. I think that overseas income can be tax free in NZ for the first 4 years BUT that you loose ceratin other tax breaks and benefits [/I] 4 - anything you would ship over ie Television - we were advised to buy a new one here and ship over????? as has been said before - if it's new then bring it - it'll work with the cable or sky tv here...if it's not DONT buy a new one...they are cheap enough ehre and will work with the different terrestrial system 5 - any advice on shipping what not to take and what to defo take - does anyone have a list? we brought everything - stored it all in our rental and sold excess stuff on trade me for a good price 6 - what would you have done differently now you have been through it???? nothing except transfer our money at 3 dollars to the pound and not what it is now! 7 - I need a meet up and a drink when i get there good idea but have to be a virtual one as you're going to JAFAland! 8 - we are wanting to rent initially ( we are renting house out in Uk and have some equity to release) any advice re mortgages, credit cards etc. good idea to rent till you know where you want to live. Most renatls are for 6 or 12 months. be careful that you don't get into a 12 month contract and need to leave it earlier because this can be difficult. Be prepared that many rentals are of quite poor quality. Remember also if you are looking in summer that winters can be cold here so check insulation, hetaing, windows, damp etc. Houses look great in the sunshine but you need to think about when the wind and rain come! |
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Originally Posted by Numptyhead
(Post 8284702)
Barb,
You have packed some summer stuff haven't you. Its boiling hot here. Can't stop thinking about you and how you are doing, during your last few days :wub: see you soon!!!!!!! lol B x |
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Hi
Congratulations! My daughter and I arrived in Auckland yesterday, still shell-shocked and tired! Our dog Feebie is coming Thursday (UK time) We have used Animal Couriers, who have been great. We sent my other daughter's dog out last September and all went well. Will let you know how Feebie gets on when she arrives here! I'm trying not to think about her sitting on the plane in a crate for all that time! Best wishes, Lindsay :) |
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Hi
We arrived yesterday! Its boiling! Feels very sureal to be here! Just looking forward to the dog arriving on Saturday. Our last week was very emotional, felt sick and cried a lot, seems to be normal behaviour at that point! Feel much better now we have arrived, just have small moments of panic! Good luck with your journey, wear flights socks, we didnt bother this time and even my daughters normally skinny little feet looked like elephants feet!! Love Lindsay :thumbup: |
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Originally Posted by MnB
(Post 8284823)
Winter stuff & surplus summer stuff in boxes, summer stuff in cases (and some chilly eve stuff lol) Been told by friends in Wellington they've had coldest Jan since records began!! Still warmer than here tho!! -3 tonight after grey +3 today.....did see the sun....just as it was setting:(
see you soon!!!!!!! lol B x Anyway it's not over yet. Last few days have been glorious - hopefully it'll stay the same for the AC/DC concert and the Rugby Sevens |
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:thumbsup: CONGRATULATIONS Forshy and Good Luck!! :thumbsup:
This is the part where it feels like you are on a runaway train!! :rofl: Only difference is you DONT want to get off!! Enjoy the moment because time just seems to evaporate and before you know it you are on your way to the airport and your new life! :thumbsup: Donna XX |
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Originally Posted by Wooly_Cow
(Post 8284892)
It's not been a good summer - but it beats the heck out of a typical UK summer - so if we'd had a good one !!!!!
Anyway it's not over yet. Last few days have been glorious - hopefully it'll stay the same for the AC/DC concert and the Rugby Sevens B x |
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Originally Posted by forshy
(Post 8284690)
thanks soooo much all the support on here means so much as family and friends are not being that supportive at the mo:( I think dealing with us all leaving is difficult and i respect that
so thanks everyone:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumb up::thumbup: Dewb |
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Originally Posted by forshy
(Post 8284557)
Hi Everyone,
Just to let you know that we received our passpports back today:thumbsup: I feel a bit shell shocked to be honest as now we plan a final date for our move in march 2010 to the North Shore. forshy Good on Ya! Hope all your plans run as smooth as runny custard. New life ahead...:teeth_smile: |
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Originally Posted by forshy
(Post 8284738)
just what i need thank you so much:thumbup:
Cheers HH |
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great news wishing you all the best with your new life/adventure.
Chris x |
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I have watched this site for the last 14 months and got lots of really good ideas:thumbup:
I want to thank you all for your support and kind words during this stressful yet exciting time ahead:thumbsup: thanks forshy aka alison |
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Like has been said before - Fire away with those questions - :)
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Originally Posted by lindsay loo
(Post 8284879)
Hi
We arrived yesterday! Its boiling! Feels very sureal to be here! Just looking forward to the dog arriving on Saturday. Our last week was very emotional, felt sick and cried a lot, seems to be normal behaviour at that point! Feel much better now we have arrived, just have small moments of panic! Good luck with your journey, wear flights socks, we didnt bother this time and even my daughters normally skinny little feet looked like elephants feet!! Love Lindsay :thumbup: berni xx :):) |
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