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Forum: The Trailer Park
Apr 8th 2012, 9:30 am
Replies: 4
Views: 778
Posted By jakamarra

Hotel Accomodation

Since I came back to the UK, Hinckley in fact just over a year ago, I have been traveling around. As a pensioner I have the time but not necessarily the money.

In May I have booked a trip by train...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 3rd 2011, 9:23 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,404
Posted By jakamarra

Re: I'm Back but not my effects

Hi
That price looks OK for air but it out prices the value and they so not do sea freight. It was though Excess Baggage I have now gone through Seven Seas, they provide the cartons and everything...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 3rd 2011, 4:09 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,404
Posted By jakamarra

Re: I'm Back but not my effects

It's in Dubbo NSW
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 2nd 2011, 8:27 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,404
Posted By jakamarra

Re: I'm Back but not my effects

Thanks everyone for the suggestions and I am following this up. I think now I have a bit more to work on.
To answer that other question, I am certainly happy to be home even though I was away 45...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 2nd 2011, 8:21 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,404
Posted By jakamarra

Re: I'm Back but not my effects

If I was giving out prises you would have won it.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Feb 1st 2011, 1:19 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,404
Posted By jakamarra

I'm Back but not my effects

Well I happily moved back to the UK last May. I still have some personal effects in Australia.
Can someone point me in the right direction for a reliable freight company. I don't have a lot,...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Oct 2nd 2010, 2:23 am
Replies: 24
Views: 3,682
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Home after 45 years

Thank you all for the good wishes. I never got married so only me to talk about. I fell back in love with the UK again after seeing all the beautiful hedgerows and fields.
It was not a brave move it...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Oct 1st 2010, 7:38 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 3,682
Posted By jakamarra

Home after 45 years

Hi,
I first entered this forum in 2008 with the thought of returning to the UK. It just did not happen then and I gave up on the idea, after all I had lived in Australia for 45 years.
I returned on...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 15th 2010, 7:22 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 5,591
Posted By jakamarra

Re: HSBC Account

That does not sound good. You should be able to deposit the cheques but there will be charges and clearance delays. Talk to your bank.
It may be better to get then to deposit into your Canadian...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 18th 2010, 1:34 am
Replies: 17
Views: 5,591
Posted By jakamarra

Re: HSBC Account

I do not qualify for a Premier so the account I opened was an ordinary savings account simply called 'Bank Account' there was nothing about Advance accounts.
There are also other agents for other UK...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 17th 2010, 12:31 am
Replies: 17
Views: 5,591
Posted By jakamarra

Re: HSBC Account

I opened one in Sydney on the 18th March and the account was opened in London on the same day. No problems and considering the high cost of using my Australian card in the UK the AUD200 was worth it....
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 14th 2010, 8:20 am
Replies: 3
Views: 800
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Australian Pension

Yes I am talking about Centrelink. They make it vary confusing try talking to tnem. I think it is paid but without the added benefits eg. Pharmacy etc. I am in Malaysia now on my way to the UK but I...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
May 14th 2010, 3:20 am
Replies: 3
Views: 800
Posted By jakamarra

Australian Pension

Hi,
I am a bit confused with the stuff on the net about pensions. There is much talk about Brits going to Australia. I wan't to do the oposite. I am on an Aussie Pension but want to return home to...
Forum: The Rovers Return
May 11th 2010, 2:42 pm
Replies: 10,515
Views: 1,178,827
Posted By jakamarra

Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK.

Hi Everyone,
Firstly I think the moderators need to start a forum unter this title as there are so many different questions.
I am actually on my way to the UK now. I have just come from NSW and in...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Jan 27th 2010, 12:17 am
Replies: 8
Views: 1,555
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Bank Charges

Oh thanks for that information. What you are saying about a chip card seems to be the same as in Malaysia. In fact if you go into the HSBC KL where they have the very latest ATMs they only accept a...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Jan 26th 2010, 9:28 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 1,555
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Bank Charges

Thanks I have been waiting to get a reply from HSBC. I actually have an account in Australia but my query was forwarded to HSBC International. She said they don't have a 'Currency card' she went...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Jan 23rd 2010, 7:51 am
Replies: 8
Views: 1,555
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Bank Charges

Hi, Thanks for your reply. Since I posted this I have done some searching. I am unable to get a prepaid card or for that any other card issued by a UK Bank unless I can prove I am a resident. Being...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 21st 2010, 12:25 am
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Mobile Phone & Car Hire

So where did you buy your SIM from. Do you have to have a UK address and how long is activation.
Car rates sound good did that include insurance?
Forum: The Trailer Park
Jan 20th 2010, 11:12 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 1,555
Posted By jakamarra

Bank Charges

Can someone give me some advice on the best way with money in the UK. I am banking with CBA Australia. Using my debit card O/S the charges are $5 + 2% transaction from ATM and sales $1 plus 2% of...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 20th 2010, 10:50 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Mobile Phone & Car Hire

Hi,
This topic interests me. I need a UK SIM when I get there I would like to have communication on arrival. Is it possible for a UK SIM to be sent to me. Or if I buy one at Heathrow, how long will...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Dec 13th 2009, 12:17 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,765
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Visiting UK

Based on this £10,000 would give me 3 months plus. That sounds great to me. I don't plan to be on the go every day I find a quiet little place and relax before moving on.
I will not be booking a...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Dec 13th 2009, 12:06 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,765
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Visiting UK

Yes I have my Aussie passport after all I don't want to get locked out.
I really appreciate all the comments from everyone. What ist is allowing me to do is to focus on certain points that have been...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Dec 11th 2009, 11:14 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 1,765
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Visiting UK

Thanks that is one important thing I need to know. Is this figure tight or flexible. I mean like I budget £1000 for 10 days will this be comfortable or should I allow more?
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Dec 11th 2009, 11:09 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 1,765
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Visiting UK

Yes great site with good links. I have been looking at this, Thats where I got the Scananavian idea from.
I like Trains and boats and hate Air and Bus use them only when I have to.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Dec 11th 2009, 11:06 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 1,765
Posted By jakamarra

Re: Visiting UK

Train passes are the way to go I agree. I understand they become active on the first journey so they are pretty flexible.
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