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Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2013, 9:54 pm
Replies: 72
Views: 4,262
Posted By jtr648

Re: 3 explosions at Boston Marathon

I am curious as to whether you have first hand experience in the conflict that could justify your quote "murder some more shepherds and their families in Afghanistan".
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 16th 2013, 9:09 pm
Replies: 72
Views: 4,262
Posted By jtr648

Re: 3 explosions at Boston Marathon

You must be the forum's expert on military operations in the Middle East then.
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 15th 2013, 9:18 am
Replies: 27
Views: 3,887
Posted By jtr648

Re: British & Irish Lions Tour 2013 ticket prices!

Below is the response I received this morning from the ARU concerning their ticket pricing for the test matches:

Thank you for your correspondence regarding the ticket prices for the three British...
Forum: The Barbie
Jan 21st 2013, 7:52 pm
Replies: 56
Views: 3,922
Posted By jtr648

Re: HRH - Going Home

It is relevant as your argument tends to lose credibility if you are factually incorrect and sloppy with your research / statements.

Anyway, well done Sir, enjoy your leave and stuff those critics...
Forum: The Barbie
Jan 21st 2013, 6:50 pm
Replies: 56
Views: 3,922
Posted By jtr648

Re: HRH - Going Home

I might be wrong but I don't believe the RAF have apache aircraft; but the AAC do. If this is the case then he would not be leap frogging any RAF pilots.
Forum: The Barbie
Aug 25th 2012, 9:04 am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,183
Posted By jtr648

Re: Is this how warranty work ?

Just had the same sort of issue with my son's sat nav. 8 months old, used three times and it failed completely. Took it back to Dick Smith and they claim that they can only send it away for repairs...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 5th 2012, 9:40 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 720
Posted By jtr648

VW mechanics in Brisbane

Can any one recommend a mechanic / garage that has experience with VW's. I don't want to go to a VW dealer because they are too expensive and the majority of mechanics are either reluctant to touch...
Forum: Australia
Sep 5th 2011, 10:28 pm
Replies: 32
Views: 4,615
Posted By jtr648

Re: Novated lease- Pro's & Cons

Hi Bingobob

Did I read your post correctly in that you also get the 4c a litre off (with your shopping receipt) even when you use you Caltex star card? I ask as I have been told by the servo...
Forum: Australia
Jun 5th 2010, 10:34 pm
Replies: 25
Views: 3,141
Posted By jtr648

Re: Implications of letting out to DSS?

Mark

Could you tell me which insurance company that's with, as that sounds pretty good to me. Thanks

John
Forum: The Barbie
Jan 31st 2010, 8:35 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 2,508
Posted By jtr648

Re: Is the Rugby 6 Nations on Foxtel this year?

The six nations will be screened on channel 508 on foxtel (also shown in HD). The games are not live as the first game is shown on sunday afternoon at 3pm (NSW time).
Forum: The Barbie
Jan 17th 2010, 7:26 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 422
Posted By jtr648

Driving Instructors -Sydney (west)

Can anyone in Sydney's west (Penrith area) recommend a driving school. My son is at that age and wishes to start learning to drive.

Also can anyone confirm that $60 per hour is the average cost?...
Forum: Australia
Nov 19th 2009, 7:36 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 4,818
Posted By jtr648

Re: HM Forces Terminal grant & Tax ?

Oh yes, I forgot to mention.

Make sure that you write to Xafanity Paymaster (details with your discharge docs) and let them know that you have/or will be living in Oz. They will contact HMRC and...
Forum: Australia
Nov 19th 2009, 7:30 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 4,818
Posted By jtr648

Re: HM Forces Terminal grant & Tax ?

Hi Seacaptain

I have been in Oz for 6 weeks now and like you I had just finished my 22 in the mob. I arrived 2 weeks after my discharge and I received my lump sum two days prior to me flying.
...
Forum: The Barbie
Sep 30th 2009, 7:03 am
Replies: 12
Views: 1,818
Posted By jtr648

Re: $1.81 to the pound! :eek:

Can anyone currently in Oz tell me whether I would get a better exchange rate if I took Stirling over to Oz and changed it for AUD there, rather than doing it here (best rate I have seen in UK on the...
Forum: Australia
Aug 23rd 2009, 6:36 am
Replies: 42
Views: 7,145
Posted By jtr648

Re: UK fridge/freezers

Charlie5

I emailed the manufacture of my fridge freezer (samsung in my case) and they replied within 24hrs stating what gas is used. They also confirmed that it was also cfc free. I have looked...
Forum: Australia
Aug 8th 2009, 3:34 am
Replies: 42
Views: 7,145
Posted By jtr648

Re: UK fridge/freezers

Thanks for the responses folks.

As I said at the beginning, our fridge has died under warranty and I have the opportunity to replace it with Currys. By doing it while I am still in the UK could...
Forum: Australia
Aug 7th 2009, 4:37 am
Replies: 42
Views: 7,145
Posted By jtr648

UK fridge/freezers

I have been advised by the removal company surveyor not to buy an American style fridge freezer (or any other type of fridge freezer) in the UK and ship it out to Oz as they are designed for the UK...
Forum: Australia
Jul 31st 2009, 5:37 am
Replies: 6
Views: 731
Posted By jtr648

Re: Life insurance in Oz

Thank you for your reply's and the links.
Forum: Australia
Jul 29th 2009, 9:04 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 731
Posted By jtr648

Life insurance in Oz

I am moving over to Oz in early October on a PR visa and I was hoping that someone would be able to tell me whether I, along with my better half, would be able to take out life insurance with an Oz...
Forum: Australia
Apr 17th 2009, 7:35 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 975
Posted By jtr648

Re: Question for the ex pat motorcyclists in Oz

Thanks to all for the replies. I guess that I had better play the game and get a new lid over there!

I am a little surprised by the comments about servicing/tyre costs and that it is so expensive...
Forum: Australia
Apr 16th 2009, 7:57 am
Replies: 14
Views: 975
Posted By jtr648

Question for the ex pat motorcyclists in Oz

Can anyone tell me whether crash helmets purchased in the UK, displaying either the BS kite mark or the gold motorcycle sports badge, can be legally used on Australian roads?

Thank you in advance...
Forum: Australia
Jan 12th 2009, 5:01 am
Replies: 13
Views: 2,037
Posted By jtr648

Re: Australian schools (questions)

Thank you all for your replies.

My lad is 16 yrs old in Oct 09 and would have just started his final year for his gcse's. The next step, assuming he did well enough, would be to then move on to...
Forum: Australia
Jan 11th 2009, 8:31 am
Replies: 13
Views: 2,037
Posted By jtr648

Australian schools (questions)

I am hoping to be in a position to move to Australia (I am not sure where yet) either late 2009 or early 2010. I have a son who is 15 years old and currently in year 10 and due to start year 11 and...
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