Scottycouple

Me and hubby and my wee boy moved to North Queensland in late September. Have had this site recommended so just saying a wee hello before I go off for a browse, lots of questions and problems we need help with and I am sure I will find answers here. Lovely to have found you all xx

dreadsoc

Hi Scotty couple

Welcome to BE and congratulations on your move. I hope you are finding life down under everything you hoped for.

We have a forum dedictaed to expats who are living in Australia. You will find this forum by pressing on the "forum index" tab on the pink bar at the top of this page. Then just scroll down until you find Australia in the list - dopuble click on that and you're in. There are a great bunch of lively and friendly folks who post on there and they are a great source of advice and information for those new to Oz. Your concierge for Australia is Alistair Boyle, who is only too willing to make you welcome and get you familiar with the workings of BE.
Don't be shy pop on over to there and introduce yourself - or just feel free to join in any of the existing threads.
If you need any help navigating the site, come back to hear and let us know and we'll do our best to help.

In the meantime good luck in your new home

Dread - x

Scottycouple

Awe thankyou thats really kind of you. I know I will end up asking loads of stuff and thanks for the info about getting around

Jerseygirl

Hello and welcome to BE.

Don't worry...if you have questions or problems about life Down Under...BE is the place to be. Our lovely members will try their best to help you. I see you have already posted in the Immigration Forum...here is the link to the main Australia Forum. The Main forum is for topics relating to Australia and The Barbie is for general chit chat. Also take a look in the BE Wiki...you'll find loads of useful info in there.

Before you begin posting please take time to read through the Site Rules and any stickied threads or announcements that may be posted at the top of each forum's index page.

Alistairboyle is the concierge for the Australia forums...he will act as your tour guide to help you navigate the many BE forums. So if you have any problems finding your way around our many forums please contact Alistair.

If you have any concerns or problems please contact a moderator or admin. Every BE forum has at least one moderator dedicated to that forum...Australia has 4...Cresta57, Monneypenny20, Sonlymewalter and Centurion.

I hope you enjoy your time with us and don't forget to shout out should you require any help.

Scottycouple

Thanks for that, found a couple of bits that have put my mind at rest a wee bit. Look forward to getting to know folks

gilesyard

Hi there from one newie to another

Sue

Welcome Scottycouple,

I hope you will enjoy being part of our little online community.

Sue

Jerseygirl

That's good. Don't be scared about asking questions...go ahead...most of us have been in your position. You may even find a few people who live in your area.

Kaffy Mintcake

Hi there! We're looking forward to getting to know you too. Welcome!