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Hey guys, Me and my husband just moved to Mackay from the UK as I secured a good job here before emigrating. My hysband is now looking for work. Just wondered if theres any people in the same area and if theres word if any work in this area. Toni [emoji4]

Hey nice to hear its going well. Me and my husband have moved to qld frim the uk 3 weeks ago. Stayed in Caloundra Sunshine Coast for 2 weeks and it was stunning. We found it hard to find jobs around there before we arrived and I could see why when we got there... its mainly tourism in the main parts and I think its a very sought after place. So I was offered a jib I Mackay so took it and were up here now. It's beautiful! As you know from when you visited. Its definitely more of a place to live then you can have the other places like Sunshine Coast for hols ( its something like an hour flight and cheap). Also loads of rentals which are cheaper than down south it seems. everything you need is on your doorstep lush! your near the great barrier reefe, whitsundays etc. Hope that helps abit. Good luck!

Oh my goodness i really feel for you. I have just moved to queensland and nursed my nan through cancer then buried her 2 days prior to flying. So i understand having a family member ill is stressful enough then moving to the other side of the world on top is one ofthe most strenuous things you will ever doin life except for you your family member is still poorly. But be proud of what you have done and im sure going throuh this phase is just a respinse to all the stress you have experienced. Ut lets face it no country is perfect just try and look at the positives. However, where your living sounds terrible. We have stayed in the sunshine coast in qld, and now iv moved to Mackay for work. And its gorgeous, loads of beaches, hot (and humid)! More like what you may be after? And i think the cost of living may be lower than where you are as we dont find ittoo bad in comparison to the uk? But you must discuss with your husband. Just because it was your idea to move doesnt mean you cant have times when you think "what have i done", i love it yet still feel like that at times. Maybe try another part of australia as where you are doesn't sound the best? At the end of the day its all experience and wether its good or bad you will learn from it and nothings forever. But dont suffer in silence speak to people, even your family. It sounds like to me you are just having a bad time with some major life experiences. Dont be too hard on yourself. Most people wouldn't have the guts to do what you and your hubby have done!

Thats a shame. Well hope your move back to the uk is a safe one. We never planned to go to Mackay but managed to get a really good job there so see how it goes. Can always move on, but at least il have my foot in the door with work. Il keep an open mind!! Take care.

Hey goingbacksoon. Did you like Mackay? Where are you living now?

Hi all jyst a question on what people think about what clothes etc to take in luggage from uk to australia (mackay). I've got rid of loads of my clothes and belongings already, but when I've come to pack my case for the move with allowance of 40kg i've filled it with clothes and some shoes yet still havd loads to go in!! Is it worth trying to get rid of more clothes? And buy what i need in Australia? Or do i pay for extra baggage? Would appreciate thoughts? Thanks [emoji106]

Just pm'd you lorna x

Welshsharon I was looking all over. Websites like seek, indeed, reed, signed up with healthcare Australia. And looked at government websites like queensland health. X

Hi lorna yes I got the job offer and thiught why the hell not at least il have a job and mackay sounds really nice so will give it a go!! Il be working for SilverChain hospital in the home. What about you?

Thanks guys! Iv now been offered a job in Mackay sounds fab. Wish me luck!

Hi guys, just wondering if anyone is aware of how difficult it is for a UK degree nurse to get a job as a community nurse in Queensland? I ask because I leave for Brisbane from the UK in 9 weeks and have applied for loads of community nurse posts yet am hearing nothing back. Iv never really struggled getting job interviews in the UK. I am a senior level community nurse and have emergency care experience also. I am a degree nurse witj post grad qualifications too. I jave been in touch with 2 agencies also who are looking for positions for me but no joy as yet. I applied for near 15 jobs last week even ones probably below my current capabilities. Am I doing something wrong? Or do i need to be patient? I understand there has been job cuts in Queensland but there seems to be loads of jobs advertised? Ans I literally applying for mist locations except north Queensland. Any advice would be appreciated x

What Facebook groups are they called. Sound like your having a great time which is a bit of a relief! ! Thank you x

Hey tina0101. We arrive in Brisbane on the 30th March. Firstly staying in Sunshine Coast for 8 weeks (Caloundra) for 4 weeks not working then depending on where we get our jobs will depend on where near Brisbane we will be and having seen some of the areas. So where are you and what job are you doing. Glad you have enjoyed it so far. Have you met many people?

Hey! Yes google ielts and go on the official website and when you book on theres test papers on there. The tests last a whole day really so go prepared. If your appplying for a skilled visa im sure you have to do the test even with qualifications in English! ( bizarre I know!!) I found the questions ok its just the layout of the papers and time constraints so at least if you practice you will be prepared and less likely to have to repeat. Iv heard of people with english degrees fail because they were unprepared. Hope this helps x

Hey they do the ielts test in most cities if you go on the website and id highly recommend doing the test papers as I did a level English and still found it hard due ro layout and Time x