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you mention deception bay ,whats it like? i was looking at rental proprty the other day and they didnt seem to expensive ,do you know if theres a reason for this ?,charters towers was another reasonabley priced area ,are they out in the sticks or is there schools and that nearby ,sorry if it sounds like a 10001 questions ,but your being really helpful ,,how long have you been there and whats the work situation like as it seems most head for the brisbane region,,thanks cal
Single Mums a NO NO? Is this a general observation or just one particular area you are aware of ??
Hmmm, I think that the writer, Dodge is referring to Single Mums who because of personal circumstances and lack of family support etc are depending on Social Welfare and would therefore be more likely to live in say Government Housing which would most likely be situated in the more less affluent areas.
However, I know lots of Single Mums who are Doctors, Lawyers and Police Officers and they live in top class homes and suburbs.
Was a little concerned as I am a single parent and don't wish to have stigma because of this. I too am a professional and intend to provide for my boy as I do in the UK.
HIYA IM A NEWCOMER TO THE SITE SO PLEASE BEAR WITH ME ,I AM PARTNER TO GARY AND MOTHER OF 2 CHILDREN AGE 2&7,WE ARE AT THE VERY BEGINNING OF THE PROCESS AND AFTER MUCH RESEARCH (IVE NEVER BEEN )BRISBANE IS LOOKING PRETTY GOOD ,BUT WHERE IN OR AROUND IS BEST ,MY PARTNER IS A DIESEL ENGINEER AND IM A CARER,WE ARE BOTH IN OUR EARLY 30S SO OBVIOUSLY NEED WORK ,ANY IDEAS OF A GOOD LOW CRIME AREA THATS NOT REALLY QUIET BUT NOT MAD BUSY,HELP OR ADVICE WELCOLMED THANKYOU ,ALSO IS THERE ANY YOUNG FAMILYS PLANNING TO MOVE TO THAT AREA ,,THANKYOU
Hi, below is a list of suburbs to have a look at. All these suburbs in my opinion are not only good places to raise a family, but they’re close to the city, and should provide for a solid investment, due to Brisbane’s house prices predicted to boom in coming years (If I had a spare ˝ mil, that’s where I’d be buying into).
I’ve probably missed a few nice suburbs, but it will give you something to start with. Prices will vary from mid to high range and obviously depend on what you’re looking for I.e with or without pool, 3 or 4 bedroom, modern/old etc.
(List is in no particular order, although I personally prefer the north).
North
Paddington
Ascot
Kelvin Grove
Eagle Farm
Newstead
Hamilton
Albion
Herston
Newmarket
Clayfield
Windsor
Ashgrove
Red Hill
The Gap
Wilston
Lutwyche
Kedron
South
Dutton Park
Annerley
Fairfield
Yeronga
Tarragindi
Holland Park
East
Kangaroo Point
Seven Hills
Morningside
Balmoral
Cannon Hill
Cleveland
Wynnum
Wellington Point
Raby Bay
West
St Lucia
Indooroopilly
Taringa
Toowong
Chapel Hill
These are the two major real estate sites in Aus, which all the Real Estate Agencies advertise on – www.realestate.com.au & www.domain.com.au (any others are small fish).
Suburbs to be a bit cautious of:
Ipswich
Beenleigh
Logan
Redcliffe
Caboolture
(and some of the surrounding suburbs of each).
P.s Get a place with air-con & preferably a pool as well - you'll be needing them! :lol:
Hi Dodge, I know what you mean about single Mums,and everyone knows not all are bad, some people need to chill and not get too PC, thats another thing wrong with this country and another thing to put on my list to leave.Last day at work on Monday thank god.
Flights booked 31/10/05 Singapore Airlines (more leg room).Hotel room booked at Heathrow for the night before, we have been advised by other migrants not to let your relatives see you off at the airport as it is too traumatic especially for the children as it may frighten them.
We are heading for the Gold Coast as husband is a carpenter as there is lots of building work if he can handle the heat. Container will take up to 12 wks so he will not have any tools. So i will be working. Had a strange feeling Monday morning of feeling all alone, but maybe it had something to do with the drinking I did at the weekend. My friend is moving to Essex and she felt the same, her Mum is giving her a hard time and it's only 40minutes drive away it must just be a parent thing.
Anyway there is no going back at least not until 2years time when I have got my citizenship. But I am going to give it a really good go. The kids just want to get there they can't wait to going surfing, new school etc.
It has been a long haul especially with all the paper work, (skilled independent) then hoping the medicals come back clear, but when you finally get that visa its the best thing like passing your driving test x 100. I felt like we had one the lottery, which it is like because you get this chance of a new life.
Any way must go huband is getting worried as I spend alot of time on this site.
GOOD LUCK EVERYBODY.
Hi Dodge, I know what you mean about single Mums,and everyone knows not all are bad, some people need to chill and not get too PC, thats another thing wrong with this country and another thing to put on my list to leave.Last day at work on Monday thank god.
Flights booked 31/10/05 Singapore Airlines (more leg room).Hotel room booked at Heathrow for the night before, we have been advised by other migrants not to let your relatives see you off at the airport as it is too traumatic especially for the children as it may frighten them.
We are heading for the Gold Coast as husband is a carpenter as there is lots of building work if he can handle the heat. Container will take up to 12 wks so he will not have any tools. So i will be working. Had a strange feeling Monday morning of feeling all alone, but maybe it had something to do with the drinking I did at the weekend. My friend is moving to Essex and she felt the same, her Mum is giving her a hard time and it's only 40minutes drive away it must just be a parent thing.
Anyway there is no going back at least not until 2years time when I have got my citizenship. But I am going to give it a really good go. The kids just want to get there they can't wait to going surfing, new school etc.
It has been a long haul especially with all the paper work, (skilled independent) then hoping the medicals come back clear, but when you finally get that visa its the best thing like passing your driving test x 100. I felt like we had one the lottery, which it is like because you get this chance of a new life.
Any way must go huband is getting worried as I spend alot of time on this site.
GOOD LUCK EVERYBODY.
Hi Dodge, I know what you mean about single Mums,and everyone knows not all are bad, some people need to chill and not get too PC, thats another thing wrong with this country and another thing to put on my list to leave.Last day at work on Monday thank god.
Flights booked 31/10/05 Singapore Airlines (more leg room).Hotel room booked at Heathrow for the night before, we have been advised by other migrants not to let your relatives see you off at the airport as it is too traumatic especially for the children as it may frighten them.
We are heading for the Gold Coast as husband is a carpenter as there is lots of building work if he can handle the heat. Container will take up to 12 wks so he will not have any tools. So i will be working. Had a strange feeling Monday morning of feeling all alone, but maybe it had something to do with the drinking I did at the weekend. My friend is moving to Essex and she felt the same, her Mum is giving her a hard time and it's only 40minutes drive away it must just be a parent thing.
Anyway there is no going back at least not until 2years time when I have got my citizenship. But I am going to give it a really good go. The kids just want to get there they can't wait to going surfing, new school etc.
It has been a long haul especially with all the paper work, (skilled independent) then hoping the medicals come back clear, but when you finally get that visa its the best thing like passing your driving test x 100. I felt like we had one the lottery, which it is like because you get this chance of a new life.
Any way must go huband is getting worried as I spend alot of time on this site.
GOOD LUCK EVERYBODY.
Hi Dodge, I know what you mean about single Mums,and everyone knows not all are bad, some people need to chill and not get too PC, thats another thing wrong with this country and another thing to put on my list to leave.Last day at work on Monday thank god. :lol: :lol:
Flights booked 31/10/05 Singapore Airlines (more leg room).Hotel room booked at Heathrow for the night before, we have been advised by other migrants not to let your relatives see you off at the airport as it is too traumatic especially for the children as it may frighten them.
We are heading for the Gold Coast as husband is a carpenter as there is lots of building work if he can handle the heat. Container will take up to 12 wks so he will not have any tools. So i will be working. Had a strange feeling Monday morning of feeling all alone, but maybe it had something to do with the drinking I did at the weekend. My friend is moving to Essex and she felt the same, her Mum is giving her a hard time and it's only 40minutes drive away it must just be a parent thing.
Anyway there is no going back at least not until 2years time when I have got my citizenship. But I am going to give it a really good go. The kids just want to get there they can't wait to going surfing, new school etc.
It has been a long haul especially with all the paper work, (skilled independent) then hoping the medicals come back clear, but when you finally get that visa its the best thing like passing your driving test x 100. I felt like we had one the lottery, which it is like because you get this chance of a new life.
Any way must go huband is getting worried as I spend alot of time on this site.
GOOD LUCK EVERYBODY.
:lol:
