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Forum: New Zealand
Feb 16th 2010, 7:26 am
Replies: 22
Views: 1,733
Posted By sunray

Re: Step- children

I cannot imagine what you are going through as I cannot imagine leaving a child. You must have had one of the hardest decisions to make in the world.

I agree what others have said, skype, etc...
Forum: Citizenship/Passports and Spouse/Family Visas (UK)
Dec 31st 2009, 6:23 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 2,348
Posted By sunray

Re: Cost of living in UK compared with NZ?

Hi ble

I arrived in New Zealand 9 months ago, things have changed slightly in the UK with price increases but I don't think too much from what they were when I was there.

I am finding the...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Nov 30th 2009, 11:43 am
Replies: 3
Views: 791
Posted By sunray

Re: Recommendations Cheap NZ to UK Removers??

Hi Scottish Family

Who have you had quotes from?

We have been quoted $10000 from The Moving Company but that was only for a 20ft container.
Forum: NZ Update
Nov 8th 2009, 4:54 pm
Replies: 165
Views: 37,917
Posted By sunray

Re: 2years on and it's still crap.

We came to NZ wanting a better work life balance, we knew we were going to be a lot worse off money wise but hoped the lifestyle would compensate for that as all we seemed to do in the UK was work. ...
Forum: NZ Update
Nov 7th 2009, 6:03 pm
Replies: 165
Views: 37,917
Posted By sunray

Re: 2years on and it's still crap.

I couldn't agree more, I've just read this out to my husband who is now on the floor with laughter!! It's so nice to read posts like this, not everyone is happy in NZ!
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Nov 5th 2009, 8:49 am
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By sunray

Re: Leaving NZ

We have been quoted $5200 for our dog......think I need to get a few more quotes!!! We have also been quoted around $10000 for a 20ft container.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Nov 4th 2009, 10:19 am
Replies: 48
Views: 9,790
Posted By sunray

Re: leaving nz

Congrats on selling your house janeyk.

The website you mention is a refreshing change. I came accross it a while ago, I was so pleased to read other people thinking the same way as I was......I...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Aug 2nd 2009, 4:40 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,343
Posted By sunray

Re: Shipping Pets to the UK

We were advised by our vet to have 2 vaccinations 1 month apart as there had been a lot of cases where the first one had not worked. After reading this I'm glad I took her advice. Luckily we got...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Aug 2nd 2009, 12:16 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 1,343
Posted By sunray

Re: Shipping Pets to the UK

The company we are using to ship our pet over also has boarding facilities. We are planning on keeping our dog here for around 3 months before she travels to avoid the uk quarantine. We feel she...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jul 12th 2009, 8:02 am
Replies: 11
Views: 1,282
Posted By sunray

Re: Renting a house in the UK

I was willing to negotiate on the rent for my house in the UK, the length of contract you are willing to take maybe a contributing factor. I would have reduced more for a 12 month contract than 6...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jul 10th 2009, 7:14 pm
Replies: 48
Views: 9,790
Posted By sunray

Re: leaving nz

I am so pleased it's not just me who feels like this.I feel a lot better just reading these posts.

sidneyowes - I've sent you a PM.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jul 9th 2009, 11:10 pm
Replies: 48
Views: 9,790
Posted By sunray

Re: leaving nz

I could have wrote a lot of that myself!! I have only been here 6 months....not long I know. My hubby came out around 6/7 months before me. I had to stay in the UK to sort out our house over...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jul 9th 2009, 6:29 pm
Replies: 48
Views: 9,790
Posted By sunray

Re: leaving nz

Hi

I am considering moving back to the UK. I have only been here a short time compared to some but have known most of that time I wouldn't be here for ever. I have lots of issues about NZ which...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jul 4th 2009, 8:42 am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,252
Posted By sunray

Re: should i have 2nd child in oz b4 returning?

I had 3 children in the UK at NHS hospitals. The Dr's/Midwives were fantastic. I cannot think of one complaint throughout any of my pregnancy/birth experiences.
Forum: New Zealand
Jul 1st 2009, 12:59 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 3,901
Posted By sunray

Re: Where to live by Tokoroa

The OP asked this request in August 2008 as they were starting work in January 2009. I think they may have already found somewhere to live.
Forum: New Zealand
May 22nd 2009, 5:22 pm
Replies: 51
Views: 4,234
Posted By sunray

Re: Who is doing things they would never of dreamed of back in UK!

Living in a cold/damp house, unemployed with my OH earning a third less than he was in the UK :(:confused:
Forum: New Zealand
May 10th 2009, 10:11 pm
Replies: 63
Views: 4,530
Posted By sunray

Re: New Zealand policeman shot dead

Yeah low life aren't they:confused: Including the off duty police officer who dragged two children out of a burning car and another off duty officer who jumped down a cliff trying to rescue a lorry...
Forum: New Zealand
Jan 22nd 2009, 8:08 am
Replies: 10
Views: 909
Posted By sunray

Re: does anyone rent their house in the uk out?

Sorry for jumping in on your thread harrub.

Can anyone tell me if you are required to pay tax in NZ for your rental income in the UK?

Thanks
Forum: Immigration, Citizenship and Visas (NZ)
Dec 7th 2008, 6:56 am
Replies: 2
Views: 846
Posted By sunray

Re: IRR Visa

Thanks for that JAJ

I read this on the immigration website which made me think the requirements would have to be met by my husband who was the principal applicant. Just wanted to check I was...
Forum: Immigration, Citizenship and Visas (NZ)
Dec 5th 2008, 1:36 am
Replies: 2
Views: 846
Posted By sunray

Question IRR Visa

Can anyone tell me if the requirements of obtaining the IRR visa must be met by all applicants on the original PR application or will it be based on the principal applicant only?

Thanks in advance.
Forum: Immigration, Citizenship and Visas (NZ)
Nov 14th 2008, 2:58 am
Replies: 9
Views: 929
Posted By sunray

Re: Medicals Waist Measurement

I was measured twice. Once round my waist and another round the biggest part of my stomach:o

My BMI was fine but have never really lost the weight gained from having my 3 kids.

I had to have...
Forum: New Zealand
Nov 12th 2008, 6:27 am
Replies: 44
Views: 4,396
Posted By sunray

Re: Really unhappy in New Zealand

[QUOTE=Avid;6966461]Yes...but why are the 'happy' posters so bitter when they encounter a difference of opinion?

Probably the same reason unhappy posters are bitter when they encounter a...
Forum: Immigration, Citizenship and Visas (NZ)
Aug 19th 2008, 9:32 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 964
Posted By sunray

Re: Anyone Else Feel This Way?

We are in the same situation. We submitted a report for our Son 2 weeks ago and are still waiting for a reponse. My husband is due to start work on 1st October - not looking likely now.

Sunray
Forum: New Zealand
Jul 28th 2008, 6:54 am
Replies: 12
Views: 1,442
Posted By sunray

Re: Is now a good time to move to NZ?

[QUOTE=NZBee;6617247]Dont get sucked in by the low unemployment rates. The figures are massaged by the government so those that are claiming they cannot work as they are sick/unfit etc, and the...
Forum: Immigration, Citizenship and Visas (NZ)
Jun 14th 2008, 8:48 am
Replies: 2
Views: 516
Posted By sunray

Re: Help/Advice - PLEASE

Thanks for the reply Lisa

It's had me worried since my medical last week!

Sunray
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