helenandstuwilk

We had a little problem with the nomination but the visa got granted today!!!

Just waiting here too!!! Nomination and visa submitted 03/07/2014 Medicals 05/08/2014 Nomination approved 26/11/2014 Just waiting..........

Just noticed this and see it was last month. Do you have any other vacancies you are looking to fill for a senior Field Technician???

we're a family of 4 on a 457 on $62k per year. We paid $360 per week rent when we arrived in 2011 and pay a little more now. We struggle as the food costs are much higher here but we manage. (just) we can't complain too much as we were both out of work in the UK and the lifestyle here is much better for the kids. BUT on a 457 with no assistance with childcare costs it's difficult for me to find work as daycare can cost around $75 per child per day. (Half days are not an option) feel free to ask any more questions!! It's a hard decision to make hey??!!

Would definately recommend Narangba with two young children!!! The Narangba Valley state Primary is the best in the area. The High school is the 2nd best performing high in QLD!!! Not too far from the beach at Redcliffe (about 20 mins drive) Good access to the City. The school has a catchment area and can be difficult to get into as it is so popular. My advice if you are renting would be to register your details with all the local Real Estates before you make the move and you may find something quicker!!! Check out www.narangbavalleyre.com.au Any more questions, feel free to ask!!!

Hi Westbound. We eventually made the move in sept 2011. We didn't get the extra allowance unfortunately on a 457 visa. We got 30 kilos each with Emirates. We have found being here too there's a lot of things we're not entitled to on a 457! (Especially hard with children!) BUT we haven't let it put us off so far we have just learnt to deal with it! AND we are loving the lifestyle and living the dream!!!:wink:

Hi All If anyone knows of a house coming up in the next couple of weeks in the Narangba Valley State Primary area, 4 bed, double garage, with or without pool - please let me know! Required before 6th September 2012. Thanks! Helen :arghh:

Congratulations!!! What area are you moving to?

What type of visa are you coming over on? We're on a 457.

Hiya Just wanted to add that I had the worst fear of flying ever! I was so scared I would have really bad panic attacks then I panicked about having a panic attack!! I had NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) prior to my flight to Oz back in September. It is amazing!! Cost £100 but worth every penny. I also picked up a fear of flying book from my local library and read it word for word before coming out. This really helped as it explains what certain noises are on the plane. When you travel on a large plane long haul it somehow feels safer than the smaller short haul ones. You have so many films you can watch that if you just get yourself engrossed in them you will be fine. NLP teaches you to remove your negative thoughts whilst on the flight and by gum it worked! I had visited my doc for Valium and I must say I never touched a single one!! One thing to do on a flight is keep yourself hydrated. Avoid alcohol and drink plenty of water. It stops any feelings of lightheadedness and makes you more comfortable. Walk around as much as you can and talk to people. If you feel the need to tell people your anxieties, especially cabin crew you'll soon feel more at ease knowing you are not alone. Don't be scared of turbulence. A plane will never fall out of the sky with it no matter how bad it gets - the fear of flying books will teach you this. If you are into reading - grab yourself a new book and get engrossed in it. Will take your mind off it. I'm not a massive reader but bought the Madeline Mcann story as I was interested in hearing her Mum's story but I only got to page 53 as there were just so many films I wanted to watch!!! If anyone wants to hear how to reduce the negative thoughts with some tips from my NLP, please PM me. I taught a lady it who was on my plane and she was extremely thankful!! Took both our minds off it and I was glad to help!

any news yet???

Thank you very much!!! :wubclub:

If you register with seek.com.au you will get several job alerts a week. There's lots going for IT at the minute. Even if they say you have to be a citizen, apply. We caught the eye of an employer and they decided to sponsor!! Make sure you have a really strong covering letter. Good Luck x:biggrin:

Thank you very much!!! Brisbane here we come!!!!!!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx:wubclub:

Thank you!!! So exciting!!!

How lovely - Thank you!!

Thanks!! We are shipping our furniture etc next week and plan to follow about a week or two after. Need to find accommodation on arrival, car.................................. etc etc etc!!!!:confused:

Got the news yesterday we have been approved on a 457 visa!!! Lodged 22nd June and approved 3rd August! Felt like a million years waiting! Now the fun begins! Aaaargh!!! Help!!!!

Are you able to say which company you used? We're thinking maybe Pickfords or John Mason.

Thanks for the replies guys. We contacted the Australian High Commission in London today who informed us that whatever date is on the Health Insurance is the date they'll take the visa from. He advised us to send an e-mail to Australia where it gives the option when you check your progress. So this is what we have done. If we need to re-submit the health insurance with a new date then this is what we'll do. I'll sleep better now knowing that something may be done about it!!! Thanks for all the help and advice given. I'll keep you posted!!!

Hi there Thanks for the add on facebook by the way!!! We've been told to hang fire with the medicals as we may not need them. I beleive a case officer will inform us if and when they need doing. Confused as hell!! Think we are going to contact DIAC by e-mail and ask a few questions. Hope they don't think we're mithering (although we are) we just need answers!! We had meds booked at the beginning of July just in case but have had to move them to August as the waiting list in Manchester is soooooo long.....:mad:

Hi there. We applied on 22nd June and still waiting!! I suppose it all depends on what date is requested on the application for when they want you to start and how much demand your role is in. Some are being turned around in just a few days. Also depennds on how busy the office is that is processing your application! Good luck!:biggrin:

Aren't they just!! I'm just wondering now if we can get the date changed. Maybe we'll have to e-mail DIAC and raise the question. I'm sure now it's the reason things are being held up!!

Sorry - yes insurance!!! Think that's where we've gone wrong then as we've put 21st August same as visa start date. I believe they will only approve from that date...

So maybe the start date means nothing then! You submitted your application after ours so maybe we'll hear something any day??? What date was on your healthcare agreement as i believe that can have an effect on when it's granted. Just something i read on here!