jimroo2

<p>Hi Kenny, We are also hoping to get to Melbourne. The latest news is a bummer though. Praying its not going to be another 2 years to wait!! Good luck with your sponsor mate. Keep a cold beer for me when you get there! Jim</p>

<p>Hi Karen, Our full application went in on 21st July . It was such a relief to get all 6 million sheets of A4 paper away to OZ. I think that Ainslie will be ok. ATA would not damage their reputation with TRA by trying to put through someone that will have no chance of passing. My assessment lasted about 2 hours. He was polite and just asked me questions about all aspects of my daily tasks as a painter. He looked at and listed every tool i had and looked at any certificates and letters that i had from clients, suppliers etc. He also looked at my photo portfolio showing some of my work including preparation through to the finished room. He didnt try to catch me out by asking difficult questions. The whole experience was relaxed and he actually talked me through a number of areas that i was unsure of. So try not to get too worried. I was 30,000 ft when he arrived but everything was great after 5 mins. Please do not hesitate to ring me for any other advice on 07876213493. Take care , Jim.</p>

<p>Hi Karen, Thank you. I had a very sore head!! Unfortunately Victoria do not offer state sponsorship for Painters and Decorators so i will have to sit and wait. I will prob have beard like zz top before we get there. But still a great feeling to make some progress. Take care Jim.</p>

<p>Hi Karen, Jimroo2 is recovering from a major hangover!!! I did my practical assessment P+D yesterday. PASSED!!!! Here is my mobile number 07876213493. If you guys need to know the details, just phone me anytime.</p>

<p>Hi Karen, My assessment is on Friday 17th April. I have spoken to a guy who has gone through it. It seems that if you are a genuine P+D then you have nothing to worry about. I will let you guys know next Friday. Keep your chin up with the paperwork. The more detailed the better is the advice that i got. Also i hear that P+D is unlikely to come off the MODL. My uncle in OZ reckons that only 20% of tradesmen have an AQF111 !!!!!! There is a planned cull in OZ for all unqualified persons coming soon. Take care for now, speak to you soon. green and white army ! healy ! healy!</p>

<p>Hi Karen, Sorry to take so long to get back to you. We have just returned from our honeymoon! I had to delay my assessment here in N Ireland because my solicitor did not get my paperwork certified in time for the assessment teams visit. Once i get a new date i will let you know how i got on. We have famiy in Melbourne so hope to go there. Just a little concerned about the latest news on MODL. take care Jim.</p>