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Thanks for that, maybe it's about the same rate as here or a little more, as you say it all helps. Ann
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Hello Katie, thank you so much for the kind reply even though you must be jet lagged and overjoyed at finally being over there. I feel our situation is quite similar, like you i shall also be leaving my daughter behind which is a wrench, she would come over but her hubby doesn't want to leave his family, understandable as they are all very close and it's a decision i have to accept, i am really hoping they will change their minds later on after a few holidays. I am sure you will find a job as us older workers are far more reliable and concidered an asset in the workforce plus you have a good 10yrs before retirement so i am sure you will do well. Again like yourself i am also on my own but consider myself lucky i am only paying for one visa, such a lot for a couple to find. Mind you i can't think of a better way to spend my life's savings, i concider it a whole new begining as the last 12yrs i was nursing both my parents and they both considered my moving to OZ to be a good thing all things concidered, so i know i would have had their blessing. As i have read on here life is not a rehearsal this is it...... so we have to give it our best as i know i would deeply regret not making the move and missing such an adventure. I wish you all you hope for in your new life, and good luck on finding that job. Ann :smile:
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Thank you for the reply Cath, to be honest work wise, and the cost of living and trying to live on a pension later on in this country i feel will be more of a struggle than in OZ, i honestly feel and hope that moving to Perth will benifit me financially and socially, i work for the council in aged care at the moment and we have already been told we will be having a pay cut later in the year, as if the pay isn't low enough, if i don't go to OZ i would not be able to live on the income from my present job, so the decision has been made easier in more ways than one. I have already been offered a job when i get over there which is grand. I love the outdoor life and do far more than i ever do here which i know is down to the weather ( i hate the cold ) But there's a long way to go as yet and i am just hoping everything runs along smoothly. Like you i find myself checking out the posts on here, you feel you are living the worries and joys for everyone. I just know it's all going to be worth it in the long run. Ann
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Hi to everyone, although not new to this forum as i have put a couple of posts on here ages ago but as my application is due to be sent off anytime soon i am sure you will be hearing more from me with i hope not to many problems. I have been waiting years for this opportunity to happen, i had to wait until my son was a permanent resident. Like you and many others i find myself in the same position of having to rent, the rent isn't actually that cheap over there either and along with the higher cost of living it's all a major worry for most of us. I work in aged care and have done so for over 20 odd years and will continue in this field in perth, they have a shortage of carers so i don't see a problem in getting work, unfortunately the pay is not that great although more than UK standards i do worry about making ends meet. I live on my own along with my two pooches who will be coming with me ( can't leave the kids behind ) so although i now it's going to be a struggle i have come to the conclusion i would sooner struggle in the sunshine than struggle here in the uk in the cold and rain. I worry most about my pension as i only have a tiny work pension and i mean tiny. So i only have my state pension to rely on at the moment. I know i am going to have to work hard until i retire( i am 53 just now) and will have to try and add extra contibutions to a superannuation over there to accrue a decent livable pension, not sure it's going to be easy with the cost of rent and food etc..... so i now find myself getting very close to my dream but my head is now filled with all these other worries........ and thats before i start worrying about the visa process and medicals and not to mention the awful exchange rate and parting with so much money. So glad we have this forum for support and know we are not alone. Good luck to everyone who are going through the process and to those who embarking on their new life in OZ. Ann
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Hello Les, i too have to prove my son is settled when i apply at the end of the year, he hopes to get his residency around end of year aswell. He has his own business, car, house, dog, tax payer, and i will bare in mind to include friends and family to give evidence on how settled he is. Nice to read your post and know i am not on my own. Ann
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Thanks!
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Hi Maisies, i took advice from an agent and was informed only Aged parents are able to apply for permanent visa while in Australia, i don't come in this category as i am just turning 53 so i will have to sit it out here, never mind i shall just have to work hard and save the pennies for extra trips to see my son. Thank you for your reply though and i wish you both happy times ahead. Ann. :biggrin:
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Thank you so much for the reply and for being so informative, i have made many trips to Perth over the years although my son won't be permanent until the end of the year so i have to prove that my son is settled over there, which entails, being employed, paying tax, owning a house or have long term rent, owning car etc..... he owns his house, has his own thriving business and meets all other criteria, so fingers crossed. I have emailed my agent and asked for her advice so will see what she advises. Thanks so much for the reply and i wish you both and your family all the very best. Hope the house gets sold soon for you. Ann:smile:
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Hi Maisies, i am a newbie on here but was really interested on your post about applying onshore in OZ, does it depend on which state you are going to as to how quick the process might be? I was going to apply onshore but as i was told like you the wait was 12-18mths i was put off by the fact i would have to support myself as i wouldn't be able to work. I would be interested how you went through the application while there, did you use an agent at all to assist you with the paperwork? Good luck with the next stage, won't be long until you will be with your family. Ann
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Wow, that is quick, i thought if you applied on shore you had to stay until the visa is granted. Did you have an agent in OZ? I did consider doing it from OZ but worried about using my savings to support myself thinking it would take 12-18mths as you would not be allowed to work. I would be grateful to hear how you went through the process in OZ. So pleased for you, it won't be long before you will be joining your family........ lovely!