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Hi all, Myself, my wife and daughter have just started the visa process, I'm a mechanic and my wife is a clerical worker for NHS,we're hoping to head for Brisbane, but, the more research we do, the more confused we become! I hope this sounds familiar... The only thing we are certain of, is that we want to go A.S.A.P!! This seems a great site and really encourages when needed. Any advice on job finding, schools etc. would be really appreciated, Cheers, Tony
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RichsInOz
Started process 28/6/2007
T.R.A sent 15/8/2007
Location: From Bury,Manchester To Jimboomba, Brisbane
Posts: 6,304
Hiya guys welcome to poms in oz ,we came out here last november hubby is a diesel mechanic and im a support worker,Brisbane really has too many nice suburbs to choose ,its a tough job !!Its easier if you write a list of what you want in an area,how far to beach?,schools? shops?etc,work seems readily avail so shouldnt cause much of a problem,have a look at real estate.com for property prices as suburbs vary greatly and this may help narrow down areas,,hope this helps a bit ,,post away with any questions ,someone will be able to help,,
Cal x
Hi Tony, welcome to PIO we were also very confused to begin with and wanted to go asap!! We started on the visa road in July last year and we fly to Brisbane on 5th August and can't wait!! Believe me before you know it you'll be in the same position!! Have you looked on ourbrisbane.com and BCL (Brisbane city life) we have found loads of useful info on these sites, so much so I can't get the hubby off the flippin computer these days!!!
Anyway good luck with your search!
Lisa x
Hi all, Myself, my wife and daughter have just started the visa process, I'm a mechanic and my wife is a clerical worker for NHS,we're hoping to head for Brisbane, but, the more research we do, the more confused we become! I hope this sounds familiar... The only thing we are certain of, is that we want to go A.S.A.P!! This seems a great site and really encourages when needed. Any advice on job finding, schools etc. would be really appreciated, Cheers, Tony
hi we only started visa process in January, has tooks ages getting employers references,
finally have got them all for the TRA.
City and guilds has held us up also my husband is a plasterer and we are wanting to go too around brisbane area.
We are considering going over on a temporary visa 3months to 4 years and getting
sponsorship through a recruitment agency, they search for companies looking for skills
in demand and help you. Even though we have enough points, its quicker this way and
you have to work for the company for 2 years,
we are relativley new to PIO too and so far have had loads of our questions answered and at times just nice to know that we aint the only ones going through the emotions getting a Visa brings. We are also headed for Brisbane but really cant seem to decide on which suburb to choose as they all seem to have pros and cons,main things we are looking for are good schooling and quite a busy little place as we are city people to begin. Anyway goodluck with things and remember to keep us informed on how things are going.
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LOL Lisa.x
Arrived in Cairns 18th June 08 and Loving it!!!
Location: Essex / Any where, to adelaide (near abouts)
Posts: 2,737
Hi, and WELCOME to PIO
Good luck with your process!!
KP Nuts
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Rec'd at ASPC 08.45am 30/08/07
Pre ack & money taken 12/12/07 - at last.......
Full ack and file number 4/1/08
Police checks requested - 14/1/08
Case Officer - 30/1/08 - OMG
Meds done - 12/2/08 - Police checks back - 14/2/08 (both)
All doc's sent to C/O 27/2/08 - Meds passed 10th March
VISA GRANTED 1st May 2008 - YESSSSSSSSS
Hello! Have fun doing visa stuff then sit back and enjoy the ride. Actually maybe not straight away, but I'm hoping it'll get easier and I'm sure that there's loads of people on this site who can help, that's if they haven't already.
Luv Mxxx
Believe me before you know it you'll be in the same position!! Have you looked on ourbrisbane.com and BCL (Brisbane city life) we have found loads of useful info on these sites, so much so I can't get the hubby off the flippin computer these days!!!
Actually maybe not straight away, but I'm hoping it'll get easier and I'm sure that there's loads of people on this site who can help, that's if they haven't already.
