British Expats - Search Results
British Expats

Go Back  British Expats > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Wikiposts
Today's Posts
Search
 
Page 1 of 5
1
2
3
4
5
Search: Posts Made By: Eltoro
Showing results 1 to 25 of 117
Search took 0.08 seconds.
Forum: Australia
Sep 25th 2007, 10:40 am
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Unhappy Re: Markcon Homes

I'm sorry to hear that your are one of the ones that will loose out on this:mad:. The sad thing is that they will just walk away and start up again under another name:curse::curse:.
Is there any way...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Sep 23rd 2007, 9:48 am
Replies: 1,105
Views: 49,561
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Anybody applying in July?

Well done Kath :D, What a fantastic start to the New Year :thumbsup:.

We've been here six months now (where does the time go:eek:) and loving it, best move we've ever made.:thumbsup:

All the...
Forum: Australia
Sep 22nd 2007, 12:38 am
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Unhappy Re: Markcon Homes

This is very sad news and a lot of people will suffer through this as Markcon have got a lot of signs on blocks around here:mad:. I did say to hubby the other day that I noticed one house in...
Forum: Australia
Sep 22nd 2007, 12:12 am
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Unhappy Re: Markcon Homes

OMG:eek:, That's awful to hear of that possibility:eek:. I haven't heard about it but I did go to them almost 5weeks ago now with my detailed wish list and they said they'd be back to me in two weeks...
Forum: Australia
Sep 6th 2007, 11:01 am
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: North Lakes/Redcliffe Peninsula

Just Bumping this back up for you Maggie :D

I'm sure there are loads of Scots out there that would love a bit of fast talk:rofl::rofl:

Come on guys, where are you all:D:D
Forum: Australia
Sep 3rd 2007, 9:42 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,514
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: medicals in scotland

We went to Nufield for x-rays @ £70 each (adults only)

We had meds done with Dr Smart at Bonnyrigg, he was great and they were £100 each adult and £50 each child (that was a year ago) all...
Forum: The Barbie
Sep 2nd 2007, 2:15 pm
Replies: 182
Views: 8,303
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: you know your in Australia when...........

Your kids have a different accent to what you have :eek:

I'll soon be spelling everything to them too :rofl::rofl::rofl:
Forum: Australia
Aug 22nd 2007, 3:03 pm
Replies: 34
Views: 3,086
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Where are all the Scottish hanging out??????

Yes, no question about what is best, the sun wins every time:D.

Would just be lovely for a wee change to have a conversation with someone who understands what I'm saying and to not have to spell...
Forum: Australia
Aug 22nd 2007, 2:19 pm
Replies: 34
Views: 3,086
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Where are all the Scottish hanging out??????

Were about 25km's north of Brisbane CBD, Give us a shout when you're heading up , we'd love to hear a familiar scotch accent:thumbsup:.
Forum: Australia
Aug 20th 2007, 1:44 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 1,529
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: What's the best phone card to use??

Try www.ephonecards.com.au they have a huge range.

We got a $30 Talk Tomato card for $26.97
Forum: Australia
Aug 20th 2007, 11:14 am
Replies: 22
Views: 2,678
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Help please? Travel insurance for aged parents

Had the same problem for my 75 year old mum, EVENTUALLY got cover from the AA at a great price, although I can't remember if there was a limit on the days, we got the full cover for the 3months that...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Aug 19th 2007, 9:52 am
Replies: 25
Views: 2,081
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: have you used this agent

We used Darren from Visa-Go for our application last year and here we are in Oz now:thumbsup::thumbsup:.

No need to worry, just supply as much info as poss and you'll be fine:thumbup:.

All the...
Forum: Australia
Aug 17th 2007, 2:05 am
Replies: 22
Views: 1,981
Posted By Eltoro

Re: Opening an OZ internet bank a/c from the UK - Possible??

No, once the funds are in the Oz account, they need to stay there, you can basically only look but you can't touch until you arrive in Oz, Only then would you be able to transfer back again.

You...
Forum: Australia
Aug 16th 2007, 11:52 pm
Replies: 22
Views: 1,981
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Opening an OZ internet bank a/c from the UK - Possible??

Yes that's right, when you open an account you can deposit as much as you like but you can't withdraw again until you visit the nominated branch personally with ID to activate the account.

We...
Forum: Australia
Aug 15th 2007, 7:42 pm
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Markcon Homes

Thanks Jon,

I've PM'd you.

Sorry to highjack your thread:o, I hope you get some info on Markcon soon:thumbsup:.
Forum: Australia
Aug 15th 2007, 7:37 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 2,146
Posted By Eltoro

Re: Are these builders taking the P**s?

Did you build a lowset?

We were warned before starting that whatever the base price is add $50-
$70k , so I was aware there would be increases, but most of these builders are double that:curse:....
Forum: Australia
Aug 15th 2007, 11:47 am
Replies: 15
Views: 2,146
Posted By Eltoro

Question Are these builders taking the P**s?

Okay, here we are trying to build our perfect Aussie dream home, bought a great block three months ago and still no further forward as to getting a realistic price from a builder to build our dream...
Forum: Australia
Aug 15th 2007, 11:35 am
Replies: 268
Views: 26,893
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Secret Harbour Gathering?

G'Day Matey,

Wish you lonely mates on the East coast could come too :rofl:.

Tell you what though, I wouldn't like to be your neighbours this weekend:eek::eek:.

Hope you all have a great time...
Forum: Australia
Aug 15th 2007, 12:20 am
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Re: Markcon Homes

Yes we are on the corner:D. To be honest we are having a bit of a rubbish time trying to get a builder to build our dream home for a realistic price:eek::eek:. I think costs are crazy :thumbdown:
...
Forum: Australia
Aug 15th 2007, 12:06 am
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Markcon Homes

Hi Ali,

Pleased to meet you, we're your new next door neighbours :D Block 50 is ours.

How weird is this :rofl:

Sandra
Forum: Australia
Aug 14th 2007, 11:39 pm
Replies: 42
Views: 9,412
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: Markcon Homes

We also have a block in Nicklaus Parade, what block are you on?:D.

We live in Bridgehaven at the moment :thumbsup:

To original poster, I haven't heard anything about Markcon but going by the...
Forum: Australia
Aug 10th 2007, 10:36 am
Replies: 4
Views: 793
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: One Way Car Hire Melbourne to Adelaide

Try www.rentnewcars.com.au we used them with a one way hire, they supply new cars from Europcar cheaper than Europcar themselves.
We had no problems and have used them twice so far.
Forum: Australia
Aug 6th 2007, 12:09 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 3,019
Posted By Eltoro

Re: North lakes or Narangba

Yes have to agree with all that :thumbsup:.

I think the blocks in Halpine are also slightly bigger and slightly cheaper aswell. Although they are missing the kids playparks and bbq area's.
Forum: Australia
Aug 5th 2007, 2:35 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 3,019
Posted By Eltoro

Smile Re: North lakes or Narangba

Hi,

We've been in North Lakes for 4 months now and are very happy with everything about the area:thumbsup:, the Westfield shopping centre extension is on schedule to open in October, so a great...
Forum: The Barbie
Jul 27th 2007, 10:51 am
Replies: 63
Views: 2,586
Posted By Eltoro

Re: Jist to wind a few of you up

:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

:rofl::D:rofl::D
Showing results 1 to 25 of 117
 
Page 1 of 5
1
2
3
4
5


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service - Your Privacy Choices

Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.