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Forum: Australia
Nov 6th 2016, 12:58 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,890
Posted By Dave1892

Re: I knew I had become an Australian when....

Agree about the test that was the point i was making. I think its about attitude, i'm different to you, i came here to be Australian, I've never felt less British than i do now despite spending the...
Forum: Australia
Nov 4th 2016, 2:22 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 1,103
Posted By Dave1892

Re: 10 years.

Great story Raven. I'm like you I drop in here on landmark moments...i took my citizenship test today...this site has been a great resource. Congrats on your ten years.
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 4th 2016, 2:20 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 513
Posted By Dave1892

Citizenship Test

Anyone about to take the test do not stress. A five year old could pass it...even me:lol:
Forum: Australia
Nov 4th 2016, 2:16 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,890
Posted By Dave1892

I knew I had become an Australian when....

I took the citizenship today...it took 90 seconds and i got 100% :lol:

However, i already felt like an Australian anyway and i didn't need a test to prove it to myself.

When was the moment you...
Forum: Australia
Nov 4th 2016, 2:10 pm
Replies: 41
Views: 8,075
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Need new mortgage for my UK property

Say nothing, pay your mortgage......I did.

If you are committed to australia sell your uk house as soon as you can. If you want to play the currency game then put it in a uk donomination bank...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 4th 2016, 1:59 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,065
Posted By Dave1892

Re: AIM chief exec skills assessment questions

Hi John
I got through on this visa. My circumstances were different to yours (500 employees) but my recommendation is to to fill your form in, answer the questions truthfully and send it off. You...
Forum: Australia
Jul 9th 2016, 3:41 am
Replies: 36
Views: 6,863
Posted By Dave1892

Renouncing British citizenship

Has anyone on here done it? I'm contemplating it on becoming an Australian citizen. I feel nothing for the UK and everything for Australia which has been wonderful for me and my family. I'm presuming...
Forum: Australia
Jun 20th 2016, 12:03 pm
Replies: 19
Views: 2,481
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Best places to live in WA

Hi englishbird.
We live in Palmyra which is the next burb down from east freo. We love it here, its quiet, very family orientated, it is very reasonably priced, and alot of the houses have a bit of...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 20th 2016, 3:27 am
Replies: 126
Views: 10,448
Posted By Dave1892

Re: EU Referendum

Actually no, there's plenty of countries doing just fine outside the EU.




It is one that says the European project is not creating jobs when other parts of the world are. Even David Cameron...
Forum: Australia
Feb 19th 2016, 2:07 pm
Replies: 52
Views: 11,344
Posted By Dave1892

Re: British owned construction companies in Australia

Hi Dones, keep plugging away mate. If you want to make it happen you will find a way.
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 19th 2016, 1:59 pm
Replies: 126
Views: 10,448
Posted By Dave1892

Re: EU Referendum

No the EU is not working. If, Astera, you are lucky enough to live in Australia with its 6% unemployment rate then you are likely to be working. However. in the EU unemployment is 11.4%. The Labour...
Forum: Australia
Feb 18th 2016, 1:11 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 3,218
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Best Bank?

I agree Bank of Queensland. They run on a franchise model so you can easily get direct contact with the Owner/Manager.

They gave me nothing but great support when I switched from WestPac. When my...
Forum: Australia
Feb 18th 2016, 1:04 pm
Replies: 52
Views: 11,344
Posted By Dave1892

Re: British owned construction companies in Australia

Hi Dones.
Bit of a catch 22. I understand that you can't come until you have employment but most Australian companies will not take you seriously unless you are here. I get many applications from...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 18th 2016, 12:49 pm
Replies: 126
Views: 10,448
Posted By Dave1892

Re: EU Referendum

The EU is not working. No growth, decision making that is divorced from the people, unemployment, over-regulation and no answers to the problems it is facing, I can go on and on. Britain should have...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 5th 2016, 10:21 pm
Replies: 126
Views: 10,448
Posted By Dave1892

EU Referendum

Did anyone else know that if you live in Australia you can still vote in the upcoming EU Referendum? Apparently if you were registered to vote in the UK at anytime in the last 15 years then you can...
Forum: The Barbie
Jul 21st 2014, 6:45 am
Replies: 154
Views: 9,533
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Another Malaysia Airlines flight

RIP all the victims. Anyone who supports Newcastle will have known John Alder by sight. When I used to go to all the games in the 80s and 90s he was always there. To think that he died in this...
Forum: Australia
Jul 18th 2014, 3:59 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,558
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Tax return - UK income subject to Aussie tax?

That is correct Paul. People should ensure they have documented evidence of overseas asset values at the date of Aussie residency. I made money on a house sale in the Uk subsequent to becoming an...
Forum: Australia
Jul 18th 2014, 2:55 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,558
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Tax return - UK income subject to Aussie tax?

That is correct Paul. People should ensure they have documented evidence of overseas asset values at the date of Aussie residency. I made money on a house sale in the Uk subsequent to becoming an...
Forum: Australia
Jul 16th 2014, 9:04 am
Replies: 18
Views: 1,558
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Tax return - UK income subject to Aussie tax?

Watch out if you have any capital gains in the UK subsequent to you arriving in Australia as this may be subject to tax here in Australia.

The best thing to do is to use an accountant here in Oz...
Forum: Australia
Jul 16th 2014, 8:57 am
Replies: 39
Views: 4,363
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Lifestyle and cost of living

High-tech weapons are already made in the Perth area....not a lot of people know that.

I'm pleased people are pointing out that higher costs need to be balanced against higher wages, certainly in...
Forum: Australia
Jul 15th 2014, 3:44 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,024
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Are children's football coaches needed in Perth?

This is Australia. If you put the effort in you can achieve anything. There is loads of opportunities in fitness training, coaching etc many of it self-employed or alternatively your partner could...
Forum: Australia
Aug 19th 2013, 3:00 pm
Replies: 29
Views: 2,982
Posted By Dave1892

Re: ANYONE LIVE IN MANDURAH, LOOKING FOR SOME INFO PLS

I prefer the south side of Mandurah towards Dawesville but as someone mentioned earlier if you need to get the train to Perth then Meadow
Springs is a good choice. If you are working in the Mandurah...
Forum: Australia
Aug 19th 2013, 2:50 pm
Replies: 114
Views: 16,106
Posted By Dave1892

Re: 457s will have to pay for their kids education in WA.....

The education system is there to educate the future workers of Australia. Why should Australia pay to educate children who will be productive workers somewhere else? There is a simple solution to...
Forum: Australia
May 27th 2013, 11:50 am
Replies: 19
Views: 2,862
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Property Prices in Perth

Richie, if you are coming you should rent first. Not only will it help you get a feel for an area but it's also going to be a very interesting 12-18 months in Perth to see what will happen with house...
Forum: Australia
May 17th 2013, 11:06 pm
Replies: 19
Views: 2,007
Posted By Dave1892

Re: Aussie Dollar

Mmmm.....continued promises of a surplus now seen to be dreamt up in lala land
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