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Forum: Australia
Sep 26th 2005, 5:31 pm
Replies: 129
Views: 7,934
Posted By muzza

Re: Missing Tesco's ...

Just thought I'd say, the Coles at Southland is about the best supermarket I've experience in Oz; ALMOST up to UK standards!
Forum: Australia
Aug 3rd 2005, 4:35 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 559
Posted By muzza

Re: Caravan sites or self contained accommodation

When I was on my working holiday visa, we stayed in Big4 campsites all over Oz. Great value considering money was a bit tight at the time!

I'd still avoid Frankston though...
Forum: Australia
Aug 3rd 2005, 4:32 pm
Replies: 23
Views: 1,247
Posted By muzza

Re: can I get a bank account in Australia while I still live in UK?

I also have to say that Westpac were excellent - account set up in 2 days, you can set up internet banking from the UK and got a credit card too.

I also transferred money with Tranzfers...but I'll...
Forum: Australia
Aug 3rd 2005, 4:21 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 559
Posted By muzza

Re: Caravan sites or self contained accommodation

I'd think very carefully before going to stay in Frankston...not just because its 45km away from the city.

Have a look on www.citysearch.com.au, there are loads of options on there for...
Forum: Australia
Jul 28th 2005, 4:09 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 2,071
Posted By muzza

Re: Selling cars before you go - help

I'm not sure where they are based, the guy comes round to look at your car and make you an offer. I didn't end up selling to him, but he was polite, helpful and efficient. Price wasn't quite as...
Forum: Australia
Jul 27th 2005, 11:34 pm
Replies: 30
Views: 1,776
Posted By muzza

Re: How long to open ANZ account?

I was also very impressed with Westpac - 24 hours and I had an account number, credit card and internet banking set up! Their migrant banking centre are very helpful and efficient and I have...
Forum: Australia
Jul 27th 2005, 11:25 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 2,071
Posted By muzza

Re: Selling cars before you go - help

I put my Z4 on Autotrader and I got 18 calls in an hour - all from an agency wanting to sell it for me! I took it off the site the same day, it wasn't worth the hassle. My local BMW dealer was more...
Forum: Australia
Jul 27th 2005, 11:21 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 702
Posted By muzza

Re: Opening a Bank Account with Commonwealth Bank

I've just opened an account with Westpac - got a really good account with unlimited transactions for $5 a month. The whole process took about 24 hours, and I've got my internet banking sorted out...
Forum: Australia
Jul 26th 2005, 8:09 am
Replies: 16
Views: 977
Posted By muzza

Re: Diesel cars that suit Aussie.

The best diesels on the market are definitely VW/Audi - plenty of power and torque and available with an auto box if you want one.
Forum: Australia
Jul 6th 2005, 9:10 am
Replies: 13
Views: 590
Posted By muzza

Re: Any 'w' Surnames Been Granted A Visa Yet??

I don't think its alphabetical....my brother has pretty much the same timeline as me and his was granted on 2 July; I've heard nothing yet!
Forum: Australia
Jul 4th 2005, 3:56 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 1,040
Posted By muzza

Re: looking for a place to stay in Melbourne

I've stayed here a couple of times www.manorhouse.com. Great location, good rates and excellent service...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
May 24th 2005, 1:30 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 504
Posted By muzza

Re: Police Checks - How long

Mine came back in two weeks as well.
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
May 24th 2005, 1:25 pm
Replies: 22
Views: 1,170
Posted By muzza

Re: Any accountants here?

And me...depressing, isn't it?!?
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
May 12th 2005, 8:17 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 969
Posted By muzza

Re: What a minefield .... don't know where to begin !!!

Dazza

Have sent you a PM.

Cheers
Muz
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
May 12th 2005, 2:28 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 573
Posted By muzza

Re: Medicals to ASPC

The forms you get from ASPC are exactly the same as those available on the AHC website. If you want to get your meds done sooner rather than later, the downloadable ones are fine.
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
May 9th 2005, 9:27 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By muzza

After the grant letter...

Congratulations to the flood of people that got their visas today. Just a quick question, is there a limit on how long you have to get your passport evidenced after your visa is granted?
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
May 5th 2005, 8:09 am
Replies: 568
Views: 26,670
Posted By muzza

Re: Any Jan/Feb 136 applicants got case officer allocated yet/letter?

I got my meds request this morning too, exactly 12 weeks since the acknowledgement email (not that I was counting the days or anything...)
Forum: Australia
Apr 28th 2005, 1:35 pm
Replies: 21
Views: 1,510
Posted By muzza

Re: Bank account in Oz

I'm going with Commonwealth as well for much the same reasons as worzel. They have a far greater number of ATMs and they waive the exchange transfer fee if you've got more than £30,000. Rates are...
Forum: Australia
Apr 28th 2005, 1:23 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,136
Posted By muzza

Re: Advice about Dubai Hotels

The Burj is fantastic though...at least, I thought it was until I got the bill and realised I was paying £24 a drink! Well worth a visit even if you don't stay there...

Oh, and I can highly...
Forum: Australia
Apr 28th 2005, 12:40 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,136
Posted By muzza

Re: Advice about Dubai Hotels

I was in Dubai last weekend - none of the hotels were budget! The Jumeira Beach hotel was nice and is very family orientated...but I'm not sure how much it is to stay. If it helps, everything else...
Forum: Australia
Apr 28th 2005, 12:38 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 2,305
Posted By muzza

Re: RAV4 v X-Trail v Forester v ?

My cousin has the new X-Trail...great looking and on the tarmac, but the fact that they always use her husband's Land Cruiser for anything off-road speaks volumes!
Forum: Australia
Apr 28th 2005, 10:47 am
Replies: 4
Views: 572
Posted By muzza

Re: Short Stay Apartments in Melbourne ?

We stayed here last year www.manorhouse.com. Its just off Toorak Road, very close to the CBD and ideal for exploring. Its also very close to Chapel Street which is brilliant for shops, bars and...
Forum: Australia
Apr 27th 2005, 1:54 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,121
Posted By muzza

Re: Paying rent up front

Not sure what other people had planned, but I'm going to pay 6 months rent in advance and not pay any rental payments during that time. I'll have to pay the bond as well which I'll get back at the...
Forum: Australia
Apr 26th 2005, 8:39 pm
Replies: 278
Views: 18,821
Posted By muzza

Re: Where from......where to.

From: Warwick
To: Hampton, VIC

Why is it taking so long?!?!?!?
Forum: Australia
Apr 22nd 2005, 3:07 pm
Replies: 280
Views: 15,875
Posted By muzza

Re: Supermarkets!!!!

Walking into a supermarket in Oz is like walking back in time! That said, there is a lot of choice and I can't see why you wouldn't be able to get anything you want from the one store. Sometimes...
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