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Forum: Australia
Jul 18th 2019, 12:54 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 854
Posted By 22B

Declaring AFIP to ATO

Can anyone tell me which box "Armed Forces Independence Payment" goes in on my Australian Tax Return?
(It's Tax-Free in the UK, but is it here...?)
Thx

(And if you are kind enough to reply,...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 16th 2011, 9:36 am
Replies: 105
Views: 8,777
Posted By 22B

Re: Can someone explain the benefits of private medical in this country

the paying in full then walking over to Medicare to get the refund is ridiculous - you'd think in this day and age that the Medicare and GP computers would talk to each other and the consumer would...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 16th 2011, 7:47 am
Replies: 105
Views: 8,777
Posted By 22B

Re: Can someone explain the benefits of private medical in this country

there's no arguing - establish the docs' fees beforehand and choose one you can afford

low income folk can choose a 'bulk bill' doc (free at point of use) for their GP, and for hospital will have...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 16th 2011, 7:28 am
Replies: 105
Views: 8,777
Posted By 22B

Re: Can someone explain the benefits of private medical in this country

ha ha - of course you are feeling bemused - the system is quite ridiculous and hard to get your head round because it's quite unbelievable really.

1.) go to the GP and pay the fee, which will be...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 15th 2011, 2:49 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By 22B

Re: School Choice for Kindy2012

Weschler testing indicated the IQ. He has just turned 5.

I completely agree about overall happiness, hence my dilemma.

Ho hum.
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 15th 2011, 1:39 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By 22B

Re: School Choice for Kindy2012

Well, actually it's a big place in terms of land, but just not many people live here! It's Southern Tablelands, between Sydney and Canberra.
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 15th 2011, 1:35 pm
Replies: 105
Views: 8,777
Posted By 22B

Re: Can someone explain the benefits of private medical in this country

I dropped our HospitalCover over 2yrs ago for the reasons the OP suggested - expensive each month and then I have to pay more to use it.

Both of my sons recently needed ops. Our local Hospital...
Forum: The Barbie
Nov 15th 2011, 12:12 pm
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By 22B

School Choice for Kindy2012

Can I have some opinions from those of you who have been through the school choice saga before......

We had decided on a Catholic Systemic, but then it turns out the class is going to be some 27...
Forum: The Barbie
May 1st 2011, 10:28 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,452
Posted By 22B

Re: FlUOride in my water

And I've just realised that I must learn how to spell "fluoride"!!!!
Forum: The Barbie
May 1st 2011, 10:21 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,452
Posted By 22B

Re: Flouride in my water

Ha ha - yes, I was worried that I would be berated by the do-gooders for being concerned about my kids' teeth...... and I've had them vaccinated too! Shame on me. And I find the odd spank doesn't...
Forum: The Barbie
May 1st 2011, 4:16 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,452
Posted By 22B

Re: Flouride in my water

Wow - that's brilliant, Centurion - thank you! I will read thoroughly later this evening.

I agree with you about diet - luckily my boys both dislike fizzy drinks, and sweets-wise only have the...
Forum: The Barbie
May 1st 2011, 1:17 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,452
Posted By 22B

Re: Flouride in my water

Yes, it's just for dental protection.

Perhaps you can educate me - how is decay prevented by toothpaste? I ask because there is (as always) conflicting information out there....


1. I...
Forum: The Barbie
May 1st 2011, 12:20 pm
Replies: 159
Views: 12,207
Posted By 22B

Re: Would you do it all again?

No. Absolutely not.
Forum: The Barbie
May 1st 2011, 12:18 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,452
Posted By 22B

Flouride in my water

We live on a property and all our water is rainwater via tank.

I want to flouridate this water.... but seem to be drawing an absolute blank as to how to do it (i.e., put flouride in the tank, or...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 14th 2011, 1:31 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 893
Posted By 22B

Re: genuine, bighead or bullsh*tter?

Sincerity is the key to life - once you can fake that you've got it made


Of course it depends on Patti's definition of 'successful' - she may feel that she has made a successful match, but if...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 12th 2011, 9:29 am
Replies: 22
Views: 26,043
Posted By 22B

Re: Where to buy UGG boots in Sydney?

Wilgar - they are indeed ugly, but in desparation I bought some and don't think I took them off for 8months - they are the absolute best!

As previous posters have said - "UGG schmug" - the...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 11th 2011, 8:14 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,118
Posted By 22B

Re: Christening Etiquette

ha ha Moneypenny - I also am a non-believer, hence my ignorance on these matters!!
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 11th 2011, 8:04 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,118
Posted By 22B

Re: Christening Etiquette

Thanks, Wilgar!

Of course, the god-parents have been chosen for their financial status, we are not at all concerned with their moral standing.....

But I assume your experiences were in...
Forum: The Barbie
Feb 11th 2011, 7:50 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,118
Posted By 22B

Christening Etiquette

Is it 'the norm' to give a gift to the Godparents?

In Australia (Anglican) or England (C of E), or both?

If so, what is traditional? Inscription?


thanks all

- 22B
Forum: The Barbie
Oct 9th 2010, 9:25 pm
Replies: 42
Views: 3,594
Posted By 22B

Re: Flying with 8 months baby...

I wouldn't use the plane's water - god knows how long it's been in the tanks, etc.
Boil your own water at home that you know baby is used to, fill each bottle pre-flight, add formula when needed....
Forum: The Barbie
Oct 9th 2010, 9:15 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 1,874
Posted By 22B

Re: Elderly people - what to do with them?

Bridge Climb!!!


But seriously, lunch at the top of Sydney Tower might be nice.

Also great views from Icebergs at Bondi Beach.

The Rocks walking Tour is apparently very interesting and is...
Forum: The Barbie
Oct 9th 2010, 9:04 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 1,256
Posted By 22B

Ekodeck Bamboo Composite

We have a large deck that needs to be completely redone. We are thinking of using Ekodeck - a low-maintenance bamboo composite.

Has anyone used it? If so, any thoughts?

Thanks
-22B
Forum: The Barbie
Aug 25th 2010, 7:09 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 1,162
Posted By 22B

Re: Venturi Clothing

Thanks Spartacus - I guess it is...... I just phoned skiandboard, they had never heard of Venturi, said that NikWax will do the job..... I will give it a go - if next year my jacket leaks then I...
Forum: The Barbie
Aug 25th 2010, 5:36 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,222
Posted By 22B

Re: So where do i find Sydney woman to chat to on email etc?...

ha ha - my dog fell off the deck other day - couldn't stop laughing!!
Forum: The Barbie
Aug 25th 2010, 4:07 pm
Replies: 27
Views: 2,222
Posted By 22B

Re: So where do i find Sydney woman to chat to on email etc?...

I have always wondered...... is this the important selling point of "Good Salary Own Home" , or the more mundane "Good Sense of Humour" ?
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