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Forum: The Barbie
Nov 3rd 2023, 2:23 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,011
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Flight prices have increased - A LOT ?

Thanks all. I booked directly with SIA. The son who will be 12 was actually a little cheaper than my fare by a fairly healthy margin (about $300 I think).Slightly annoying that it didn't show this...
Forum: The Barbie
Oct 28th 2023, 5:17 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,011
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Flight prices have increased - A LOT ?

I took my boys back to the UK for the first time this year. The flights with SIA were just a shade over $5,000, booked 9 months in advance.

I've negotiated a return trip with my ex-wife for next...
Forum: The Barbie
Jun 10th 2023, 11:41 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 794
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: SmartDNS and Kayo not working

For anyone who may be interested or impacted - SmartDNS have finally admitted to me that Kayo have cottoned on to their technique and have blocked their servers, so to watch Kayo you have to switch...
Forum: The Barbie
Jun 10th 2023, 11:39 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 660
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Temporary car insurance in UK

I think we had to rule that out as I don't have a UK licence. In any case, I would feel terrible if I had a prang and increased her premium as a result.

I got a 16 day policy via...
Forum: The Barbie
Jun 5th 2023, 10:51 am
Replies: 3
Views: 660
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Temporary car insurance in UK

I'm going to be driving my mum's car whilst in the UK for 17 days. At least, I thought I was. I search for temp insurance a few months ago, I recall finding just a single place that would cover me,...
Forum: The Barbie
Jun 3rd 2023, 11:06 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 964
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Making purchases / ATM withdrawals in UK

I still have my Nationwide account, which I'll be using for my trip home in a few weeks :) so if you like you can transfer money to me and I'll gladly spend it for you :D

As a serious option, what...
Forum: The Barbie
Jun 3rd 2023, 11:02 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 794
Posted By Lucas_Dad

SmartDNS and Kayo not working

I got on to SmartDNS thanks to this forum. Generally, it works great :)

Kayo has got worse and worse though. It is definitely a DNS issue, and I'm struggling to get SmartDNS to address it. It is...
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 26th 2023, 9:37 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,301
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Shipping stuff back from UK

I honestly cannot remember at all what the reserve it, but the container is a 2-pin Teardrop and the main is a BT150 (so yes, that's PdF isn't it? I'm woefully lacking in knowledge now). Going to be...
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 26th 2023, 6:24 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,301
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Shipping stuff back from UK

Thanks for that. I've sent a join request. Whilst I left all my gear behind I did bring my logbook when I moved over here, so I was able to provide the info required to join.

Next challenge is to...
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 24th 2023, 12:32 am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,463
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Growing up in Australia

As an atheist, I have always found religion deeply interesting. In the UK, it is technically a legal requirement for all state school to carry out an assembly of broadly spiritual/christian worship....
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 24th 2023, 12:26 am
Replies: 12
Views: 1,598
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Moving money to Australia

This is useful info, thanks.
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 24th 2023, 12:22 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,301
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Shipping stuff back from UK

Thanks Clac. I may tyet ry to track down any old jumping buddies to see if one of them might like to sell it for me, in return for a share. I haven't jumped for over 25 years so I don't expect to get...
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 14th 2023, 10:14 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 1,301
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Shipping stuff back from UK

Recommendations please - good, reliable, preferably cheap, company to ship 'stuff' over from the UK. Doesn't need to be fast.

Am visiting family in June for the first time since emigrating in...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 11th 2021, 8:11 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,106
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Sydney with kids - fly or drive?

The boys can't wait :)

I decided to splash out a bit and fly, and stay in the Rydges hotel near central station. Both have flown before but one was a baby and the other was only 4 so don't have...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 6th 2021, 11:54 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,106
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Sydney with kids - fly or drive?

Thanks all :)

I'm driving from Albury. About 5.5 hours, plus stops. I keep changing my mind. Flying will be great, part of the adventure, but will cost me $1000. A couple of tanks of petrol is...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 3rd 2021, 7:23 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,106
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Sydney with kids - fly or drive?

Hey there. Hope everyone is well. As usual when I want advice I gravitate back to the BEs!

Me, two boys aged 10 and 6. What shall we do? Will I need a car? Pretty typical boys - love a bit of...
Forum: The Barbie
Jul 8th 2021, 7:31 am
Replies: 2
Views: 417
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Mechanics - how to shift a stuck strut nut?

Thanks for the suggestions :)

Job done after investing in an impact driver from SCA. Unfortunately in the process I overtightened my wheel nuts with it and have buggered two of them ... but at...
Forum: The Barbie
Jul 7th 2021, 6:21 am
Replies: 2
Views: 417
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Mechanics - how to shift a stuck strut nut?

I'm a noob when it comes to mechanics, but am getting my confidence up. I've done an engine mount, and now have front suspension struts to do. I can get the strut off and compress the spring, but...
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 31st 2021, 10:49 am
Replies: 9
Views: 726
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: What if I cancel my HCF?

Yes, that would be sub-optimal!
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 31st 2021, 10:45 am
Replies: 9
Views: 726
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: What if I cancel my HCF?

Thanks.

So worst case scenario, I'd still get treatment, but not as quickly as if I'd gone private.

Medicare don't cover dental checkups & cleaning, do they?
Forum: The Barbie
Mar 31st 2021, 3:49 am
Replies: 9
Views: 726
Posted By Lucas_Dad

What if I cancel my HCF?

Hey everyone, oh wise expats of the interwebs.

Well, my life has taken some interesting turns over the last couple of years. Right now I find myself out of work again and having to squeeze the...
Forum: The Barbie
Aug 11th 2020, 1:45 am
Replies: 62
Views: 23,555
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: VPN for BBC iplayer

Following recommendations on here, I signed up to SmartDNS about a year ago. It has occasional blips, but in general I can watch all the Uk catchups and live streams.

My brother (in UL) also has a...
Forum: The Barbie
Jun 18th 2020, 3:26 am
Replies: 20
Views: 2,084
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Is this car worth a punt?

I'm looking for a cheap car. I have spotted this on FB. It certainly fits the 'cheap' criteria, plus big enough for kids, equipment etc. Could anyone even speculate as to what the problem might be,...
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 14th 2020, 11:10 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 941
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Sole Trader, or Small Business?

Useful read. Thank you :)
Forum: The Barbie
Apr 14th 2020, 11:09 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 941
Posted By Lucas_Dad

Re: Sole Trader, or Small Business?

It sure is :)

At least I think it is ... I'm waiting for a mate who is a web designer to spare some time to double check my efforts.
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