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Quite right. As my great mate @Parleysays "applying the law isn't a witch hunt" (or something similar).
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I can only speak for the clinic I work at and you don't work from home - happy for you to drop me a line - I'm the team leader for a community and EEP team.
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I just received an email from AGL informing us that 'there have been major global energy challenges over the last year, and we’ve seen significant rises in wholesale energy costs in Australia', and some additional waffle to gloss over a 34% price increase. It seems we're not immune to the huge price increases they've experienced in the UK and Europe.
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A very big business in WA with so much now around mental health. There should not be a problem finding work. Not sure just what you mean by home working?? (Lots are doing it but not strictly above board. ) With such a massive drug problem (more directed towards mental heath than the legal system these days , along with a high incidence of young people experiencing difficulty, you won't be bored. I worked in crisis care for a time and found it generally okay apart from elements of the system in place and internal politics. I had an Irish friend, doing community work and she preferred it to a hospital setting , but she moved on several years ago. Others may be in a position to give a more recent insight into how working conditions are.
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Dual Citizens carrying 651s and Outreach Visits.
SouthPerthBoy replied to SouthPerthBoy's topic in Visa Chat
I'm also glad the hear the renewal process was quick. I told my cousin to expect quite a bit of formality, but if it is quick then all the better. I love visiting London, but it's not to everyone's taste. Can anybody else share their experiences of attending a passport renewal appointment in London? -
The mills of God grind slowly but surely so divine retribution is only around the corner for Donnie, although instant karma would also be great so the rest of us can enjoy it.
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Dual Citizens carrying 651s and Outreach Visits.
SouthPerthBoy replied to SouthPerthBoy's topic in Visa Chat
Yes, I suggested to them this would be the best option as it leaves less to chance. They do seem to be tightening up in all areas of foreign travel at present. The High Commission (thanks for the correction) also recommends that passports should be applied for six months before the intended time of travel. -
Dual Citizens carrying 651s and Outreach Visits.
Quoll replied to SouthPerthBoy's topic in Visa Chat
They say that you can't but I'm guessing that if you don't get someone who is assiduous at searching you might slip through the crack. If they're not going until next year they've got plenty of time to renew their passports. My son let his passport lapse in about 2010 and recently he renewed it without any hassle - it was much quicker than he thought it would be. As for a trip to the High Commission (not embassy) - inconvenient and expensive but make a trip of it and enjoy London if you can't get one of the outreach appointments. Much the easiest solution even if it is unpalatable. -
A question on behalf of my cousin who lives in the UK. They are a dual UK/Australian citizen who let their Australian passport lapse around 2010. They are planning a return 14-day holiday to Australia next year and were hoping to be able to enter the country on an eVisitor 651. And while here submit the passport renewal forms at the Post Office, and have it couriered back to the UK. I did speak to someone at Home Affairs in Australia who said a dual Australian/UK citizen could enter from the UK as a UK citizen on a 651, but there has been a warning released recently that it could create issues for duals. Has any Australian citizen had a hassle doing this? Can UK passport holders with lapsed Australian passports still enter as a tourist? My cousin is not keen on traveling to the London Embassy as it's more than a two-day trip for them. Embassy outreach programs for passports elsewhere in the UK are not frequent and appointments typically fill up within a few hours.
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Hi all. Hoping to move over to WA on a 189 and work as a community mental health nurse. Can anyone advise me what working as a mental health nurse is like in OZ especially as a community nurse? Is it flexible and can you do some home working around visits? How big are the case loads? Work/life balance etc.
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Should Donald Trump win Nobel Peace Prize ?
FirstWorldProblems replied to Parley's topic in Chewing the fat
The decision to indict was made by a jury of ordinary Americans, but no doubt there will be a small but very vocal group of Americans screaming that Biden did it and it’s all political. Rather than the simpler explanation that the man appears to have broken the law and any rational person would conclude there is a case to answer. Oh, and in 2018 when Trump had Hilary in his sights (“lock her up, Loch her up”), he signed into law a bill that upgraded the mishandling of classified materials from a misdemeanour into a felony and with it the prison sentence from 1 year to 5. Would be karmic justice if his own law got him locked up. -
Moving Back to the UK from Australia - Positive Stories
Jennyrose Shields replied to The Pom Queen's topic in UK Chat
Thank you all for pointing out the feeling of belonging . Yes that is exactly how I feel . been her 20 yrs and on 2 yrs left before we have to decide Tasmania ( we own our home there ) or back to the UK yes we will leave behind our grandchildren but they will soon be an age where they will want to visit. I feel we only came do to my husbands job and it has been so hard on us all . so fingers crossed we will take our dog and cat with us . And do a move cube . Delighted we can now buy a house cash immediately. will let you know how we get on . -
Federally indicted, seven charges including unauthorised retention of classified files. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65852062
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Just move to the lovely City of Melville, which has no number restrictions.
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Do I need to wait 2 years between 820 and 801 visa?
bneshrimper replied to bneshrimper's topic in Family / Partner Visas
Thanks again everyone who replied. I sort of assumed that was the case but it’s been really helpful to have it clarified. -
what Rammygirl said. It's going to be difficult to plan until you know which suburb you'll be living in, because different councils have different rules.
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It is a hard one but at the end of the day nothing over rules IMO , being with the people we love in time of crisis. Depending on relationship obviously. One can take compassionate leave of course, and can indeed stay as long as needed, if so required. That could mean a period away without pay in the worst case scenario, I believe it well worth the cost involved in a situation as such. Just my take and we all view things differently of course.
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I’m guessing if it is like here in SA each council area has its own rules and application process. Best way is to check the areas you are interested in. Most will have good info on the council website, if not give them a ring and ask the question. Glad to see you are planning to contain your cats. This is now becoming a common requirement along with registration and de sexing. Cats in our council are very smart, they know to be home by the evening curfew……………..
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It was me that voiced in the first place my feelings on the case during the first recess, that became the group opinion by the third day. A couple found the experience 'fascinating' , I found after a day and a half , for the most part a bit 'ordinary'.
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Business and Investment Visa - Update.
Steve Elliott replied to Steve Elliott's topic in Working and Skilled Visas
I wholeheartedly agree there should be pathways for successful business operators and would concede that the SIV has attracted many to our shores who have contributed very little to our economy. Having said that I am also aware of some very wealthy and successful business operators who have gone down the SIV track and have created literally hundreds of jobs, paid lots of tax and have transformed struggling businesses along the way.- 2 replies
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One tough lady.
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Well he is living with advanced cancer so every day is a bonus. The last scans were really good but he hasn't been able to shake this chest infection for a month and the medical system has failed him in my opinion. He was discharged after a day 2 weeks ago and fobbed off with several courses of antibiotics from the GP. If I could I'd go tomorrow and stay as long as it took.
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It's a bit complicated as I'm flying to Europe for a work conference 3 weeks today. Then a week later on to UK. If I had the leave to take and the spare funds I'd be on a plane now but....timing it is difficult. It's so complicated. I could go and he start to recover....I could wait a bit longer and miss him. I'm not hearing any news to tell me he may die any day but realistically I'm a nurse and I know how this goes. He's living with advanced cancer. It's hard to be a nurse and a daughter. I'm so thankful we made the call to go last Nov to get some quality time in...and we did. I'm looking at flights. It's my birthday tomorrow. What will be will be. If I'm meant to go i will go.
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Do I need to wait 2 years between 820 and 801 visa?
Marisawright replied to bneshrimper's topic in Family / Partner Visas
Just remember it's up to you to give them all that info upfront. They won't come back and ask you for it. -
Hi Everyone We are planning a move back to WA with our 3 Burmese cats - I notice some suburbs / towns only permit 2 cats and anything above that you need a special licence. My question is what does this involve and if you purchase a property and then apply for the permit is it likely to go through as I understand the permit is not transferable from one property to the next (like if we rented while purchasing a house). We plan to build a catio or fully enclose our outdoor patio / living area to keep them contained. Any experience or advice would be appreciated.
