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Forum: New Zealand
Oct 14th 2010, 8:38 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 829
Posted By caliburn

Re: Cricket: Black Caps lost to Bangladesh, twice!!

yes you are right..... Bangladesh did play well. Lets see how it goes for the Kiwis in India now...... 3 tests and 5 ODIs to go.
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 14th 2010, 12:00 am
Replies: 9
Views: 829
Posted By caliburn

Re: Cricket: Black Caps lost to Bangladesh, twice!!

Today they lost the 3rd ODI as well and Bangladesh wins the series 3-0..... can't get any worse than this..... whot the..
Forum: New Zealand
Oct 12th 2010, 7:49 am
Replies: 9
Views: 829
Posted By caliburn

Cricket: Black Caps lost to Bangladesh, twice!!

How could they loose 2 matches to a crappy team like Bangladesh?! Yikes...
Forum: Australia
Oct 7th 2010, 4:09 am
Replies: 40
Views: 5,535
Posted By caliburn

Re: Does anyone else keep changing their mind about going to Oz??

We are on the same boat (almost).... validated our visas 2 years back and were waiting it out for the recession to be over. Well, job market has definitely improved in Oz but the exchange rate and...
Forum: Australia
Oct 2nd 2010, 8:32 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,079
Posted By caliburn

Re: new car! or 5 year old car?

I'm thinking about a 2008 Toyota Kluger circu 70k odo from www.pickles.com.au for $27,000. You have a high enough budget for a very decent vehicle. However, when it comes to new cars with all...
Forum: Australia
Oct 2nd 2010, 5:50 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,079
Posted By caliburn

Re: new car! or 5 year old car?

New if you can afford...... 5 year old if you can't. Which one makes more economic sense? When it comes to cars, its more about passion than economics I guess. Why not everyone in the world drive a 5...
Forum: Australia
Sep 15th 2010, 10:01 pm
Forum: Australia
Sep 15th 2010, 10:01 pm
Forum: Australia
Sep 15th 2010, 5:54 am
Forum: Australia
Sep 15th 2010, 5:49 am
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By caliburn

Shopping Comparison - Australia vs. Saudi Arabia

Visited Riyadh recently on business and I was pleasantly surprised to see quite a few outlets of UK chains including Debenhams, Marks & Spencer, Next, H&M and many more. How come you don't have these...
Forum: Australia
Sep 8th 2010, 11:56 pm
Replies: 17
Views: 2,698
Posted By caliburn

Re: 100 points for a rental

I know the more is always better, but for a rough idea.... how much bank balance as a minimum will be looked upon respectfully by the agents/landlords? $10k, $20k, $50k?
Forum: Australia
Sep 8th 2010, 11:51 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 766
Posted By caliburn

Re: Unemployment Rates

Thanks for sharing this mate. Do they publish data by industry as well? I'm trying to figure out if my chances of finding banking job in Sydney has gone up in any way....
Forum: Australia
Jun 26th 2010, 8:54 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,061
Posted By caliburn

Re: Opening a bank account in Australia

I guess you don't want to carry all cash due to the safety of your money. However, please note that it will take a while (4 to 12 weeks) for the draft to encash as your Australian bank will send the...
Forum: Australia
Jun 22nd 2010, 9:08 am
Replies: 19
Views: 2,916
Posted By caliburn

Re: University in Australia

I heard quality of Australian universities is fairly mediocre, nothing close to the top universities in the UK. However, if you do insist on getting your education from the Oz, here's a few...
Forum: Australia
Jun 18th 2010, 10:09 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 2,563
Posted By caliburn

Unimpressed with Australian made car

I have been driving a new Australian-made Toyota Camry for a couple of months now and I have to say I was quite a bit disappointed with the performance. Dashboard rattles started just a few days...
Forum: Australia
Jun 15th 2010, 3:46 am
Replies: 18
Views: 2,897
Posted By caliburn

Re: Which appliances etcto take?

I heard you have to pay customs duty on new appliances.
Forum: Australia
Jun 10th 2010, 9:27 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 1,266
Posted By caliburn

Re: Recruiting season in Australia

Btw, I am particularly interested in the financial services industry.
Forum: Australia
Jun 10th 2010, 7:24 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 1,266
Posted By caliburn

Recruiting season in Australia

I know for sure late December and early January are the worst times to look for a job in Australia, as anywhere else. Are there more slow seasons during the year?

What is the best time to look for...
Forum: Australia
May 29th 2010, 5:46 am
Replies: 21
Views: 2,350
Posted By caliburn

Re: SUV Recommendations

SMH compared 7 4WD small SUVs and the verdict went for Honda CRV.

http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/softly-does-it-20100528-wjv4.html
Forum: Australia
May 26th 2010, 6:26 am
Replies: 80
Views: 7,506
Posted By caliburn

Re: Sydney and Melbourne in top 20 best cities in the world

Can anyone tell me why more US cities are not in this list? Why US cities are considered to be lower in quality of living surveys? Whats perceived to be wrong with the US? Please educate me.
Forum: Australia
May 26th 2010, 6:11 am
Replies: 30
Views: 3,981
Posted By caliburn

Re: Buying a house in Sydney within two weeks

Thanks louie, that gives me a lot confidence. I will check out Jacque Parker's website.
Forum: Australia
May 26th 2010, 4:24 am
Replies: 30
Views: 3,981
Posted By caliburn

Re: Buying a house in Sydney within two weeks

Thanks for sharing this freebo! I wish there were a bigger fool than me somewhere in Australia, so someday I could also make some money.... for a change.
Forum: Australia
May 26th 2010, 4:19 am
Replies: 30
Views: 3,981
Posted By caliburn

Re: Buying a house in Sydney within two weeks

Thanks for sharing your thoughts tartankoala! I agree with you, 2 weeks is highly improbable. We are looking in the Hills District, with preferred suburb being Beaumont Hills.

You are absolutely...
Forum: Australia
May 26th 2010, 4:07 am
Replies: 30
Views: 3,981
Posted By caliburn

Re: Buying a house in Sydney within two weeks

After people's feedback, it seems not doable in 2 weeks. Thanks for dropping by, Wol.
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