Jaydee

Thanks so much Quoll for taking the time to reply. It is tricky trying to get a feel for place you've never been! For the commitment statement I need to focus in one some areas to explore in more detail so any info is so useful. Can I ask where in the North you'd recommend? You hit the nail on the head about viewing the areas in person but until then I am trying to collate as much knowledge as possible. I have heard private schooling is more prevalent in Oz than here - it is something that is way out of our reach here in the UK. Once we get an idea of areas I guess we can research high schools - paid or otherwise!

Hi all, We are long-time lurkers on the site and are hopefully applying for a 190 visa soon (just in the process of waiting for my husband's ACS RPL to come through). ACT is the only state currently sponsoring for hubby's role so we are starting the process of looking at the area in detail. (We have previously visited Queensland as close family are there but, unfortunately, we don't appear on their list). I have tried to research details but am struggling to whittle down potential areas to live. We will be renting initially and want to be somewhere near decent schools. (Our children will be in Year 6 and 8 so, if it is like the UK, we will need both a primary and secondary. The secondary will probably be most crucial though). We are looking for family friendly, safe areas with good facilities, but don't need anything like fantastic nightlife! The commute is not too much of an issue but, as my hubby will be working from home at times it is vital that we have a good internet connection. I have read good things about Woden but are there any other suggestions? Any advice gratefully received! Thank you.:biggrin: