paul2542

Would always recommend the Shire. We have lived in Cronulla for over 3 years now and absolutely love it. So many nice areas in the shire, great beaches in Cronulla and a nice beach town feel. Miranda Westfield within easy reach and the Royal National Park on your doorstep. Tempe is pretty close, but the traffic can be the issue. I work at the Airport which is very close but start at 6 so takes me around 25 minutes from Cronulla. It has taken me over an hour on the very few occasions ive gone in later. The train from Cronulla is around 40 minutes and down to 25 minutes from Sutherland. The commute is worth it though, no better place to be around the weekend especially for families.

Hi, We're in Cronulla and have a few friends in Caringbah/Miranda area (all English). Great area to live, but most people I know are located in areas that make it difficult to meet up. Im lucky to catch up with some friends more than a few times a year!

Ive recently been looking for a new job and had 6 interviews in the last few weeks, and I never heard back from 4 of them. Considering a couple of those where 2nd interviews im shocked and abit bemused. Its bad enough being rejected, but feels alot worse when they can't even be bothered to take 1 min to call you. I get that its a tough job market, but it don't get why you wouldn't call someone. Ive conducted heaps of interviews in my current role and not once have I failed to contact someone. Is this the norm or am I missing something?

We've been for the last 3 years. I really enjoy it. Yes its expensive but thats to be expected. We got vastly reduced tickets, so saved abit there. The food is expensive, but its not all rubbish you can find some decent stuff if look around. We spent heaps of time in Woolies food dome and ate so much. Had a few drinks in a couple of the bars, and did some wine tasting. Easy to get to with the free transport, they have the special event buses which we got direct from Cronulla. There's plenty to do for all ages and always something going on. The stuff happening in the main stadium in the evening was really good and the fireworks finale was pretty decent.

No family here. Moved over to Australia for my Aussie Fiancee who is from the NSW South Coast. Decided to move to Cronulla as I loved the place and being close to the beach. We never knew anyone here before we moved here. I'm a permanent resident now, but back at the point where im finding it tough again. Been seriously considering going back lately. After 2 years living here, I really miss that circle of close friends. Don't really have many here, not through lack of trying though.

Sorry cant agree, lol. Dont like Bolton or Wigan (where im from) and dont want to go back there ever!!!! Although I am a Bolton Wanderers fan, so I wouldnt mind going to the Reebok again,

The weather is great at that time of year and the water is definitely warm enough. The last time we went was in September and were heading back there at the end of October. Spending a few nights in Cairns before heading up to Port Douglas. The flights and accommodation that we booked are very reasonably priced. Very nice area and cant wait to head back. Theres plenty to do in all areas, but we start off in Cairns and do the Great Barrier Reef trips and a few other touristy things. A trip to Kurunda is well worth it, you can take either the scenic railway or the Skyrail (cable car) up to Kurunda. Port Douglas is a nice resort area, and that the relaxing part of the holiday for us. Have a look at Palm Cove aswell, just north of Cairns.

Can understand why you wanted to leave there, lol. I came from Wigan and have zero desire to ever go back (well apart from to see family that is).

Thats what I miss the most!!!

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I didnt realise how bad Cronulla was for families eating out until some of my friends came over for a few weeks last Feb. We struggled a lot, she has 3 kids aged between 4-9. Mainly due to the poor or lack of menu choice for kids. Tradies Gymea is expensive imo, the same as Cronulla RSL. Never eat in either of them. For such a large area I really think its lacking in some good family restaurants.

Wait till summer then, this last week has to be the coldest its been all year. If you like it now, you'll love it in summer. So much to do and such a great place to be around.

I would be as likely to fly with Malaysian Airlines as any other airline. This was just a horrible tragedy, it could have happened to any Airline.

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It really is. I do love being on the waterfront within a matter of minutes. Its also great being so close to the national park, and within easy access down to the South Coast.