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Interesting question. The panel doctor told me that I had blood in my urine on the day, so he sent it to the path lab (extra 30gbp) this was tested for white cells and protein. Both of which were absent. He said I could come back in a week for another test if I wanted and that DIAC would wannt me to have some tests if there was still blood there and that I had to make sure to have the tests they stated. I asked him what the tests woould be, but he didnt know. His explanation was that once he clicked 'yes' in the box for bld in urine it would automatically say the tests that would be required but it would also mean that the form had gone to DIAC and he was giving me the option of having another test in a weeks time to see if there was any change. So it seems to me that there isnt a person looking at this it comes up with the approriate tests automatically. Yesterday I asked him to click the box (which meant sending over to DIAC) so I could get the tests done. But in my email just now he has sent the path report but no tests have been mentioned. The Dr office is shut now - so I am not sure whether he sends me tests or they go over to DIAC and they email me. So I will ring the Dr office tomorrow and ask who sends it to me. BUT time is ticking away. As soon as I get information about the tests I will email my CO and tell her what I am doing and ask for an extension. People on here have often said how fraught everything gets at the end and I have tried to be as organised as I can but I have joined others in panic, loss of appetite, loss of sleep etc........... Hope this helps Jane Moira
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Hi I thought you might be interested in my d-i-l experience of Centrelink. I failed my medical so I am waiting for DIAC to let me know what further tests I need. Its not a good idea to leave the medicals until we get the case officer but the 2 clinics in London wouldnt let me do until I had the HAP no: "I got a call from Centrelink to do my interview over the phone. She said the Assurance of Support has been processed (ie. they are happy with all the docs I filled in and dropped off). She explained my 10 year commitment to make sure you don't try and rip off Centrelink. She said I will get a letter from Centrelink with details of where to put the money. When I get the letter I just call the Commonwealth Bank to arrange a time to see them to open the account that the $10k bond goes into. Then the Commonwealth Bank will give me letter evidence that I need to take back to Centrelink to prove that the money is deposited. That's it. Easy" Jen
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Hi there I was very interested to read your post. I am wondering what difference having citizenship would make a difference for you. Thank you Moira
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No I didnt send the email as thier email arrived before I could. Went for my medical this morning, thought I would sail through - but shock horror they found blood in urine. So they send it for further tests send the results of that test to DIAC and depending on what the results are ????? more waiting. Moira
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Hi all Just checking. I will be sending my forms by courier. To those who have already sent theirs, is the PVC Locked Bag 7, Northbridge address? And do I remember that the PO do something called a 'silver pouch'? to send them by. Thanks Moira
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Hi all Just thought I would update you on Centrelink, my d-i-l (assurer) sent me a text say. "Appointment done. I called this morning and they said just come in. No need for an appointment. It is processed by the virtual office so I just drop in the proof of ID and income and the letter, it was that easy." No one seems to have mentioned MONEY. I have emailed her and awaiting a reply. Moira
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Thanks for that. One less form to fill out. I dont know if its just me but I seem to take ages to complete a form. Moira
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Hi everyone I got my case officer this morning so busy filling out forms. I have a question they ask me to provide a "Form 956 - Advice by a migration agent/exempt person of providing immigration assistance". Do I need to fill this in as the only help I have had is off this site? What did others do? I have updated the tracker Best wishes Moira
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Brilliant Val you must be over the moon I am checking my emails every morning at the moment. I am actually thinking of emailing them to make sure they havent forgotten me. When are you thinking of moving over? Best wishes Moira
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Hallo Cath Yes they said they cant ship itt - I think they need a certain number. But contact Caroline at John Masons - I found her very helpful. She found out about whether I could ship homeopathic remedies and the restrictions etc and I hadnt even booked them just enquired. That is something about this site - questions come up that you didnt realise. I dont think I could have done this without an agent if I hadnt found this site, although I dont think I would have felt the same support from an agent and that is something else money cant buy. Let me know how you get on Moira
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Hi Val I phoned the London office and she said they are always getting this problem (no help to me) She suggested phoning Oz and see if they would email me a form to me. Telephoned Oz and they dont send out a form for this I would have to go to the branch and he could give me the phone no of the Mentone Branch. Then he said that if the money is in my account I cann pay with my Visa debit card!!! So I guess thats the way I will go and I hope he is right. Is this exciting or what! wishing you well Moira
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Thanks Val I will
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Hi Val What a parlava all to give them a shed load of money. I did up my daily amount to $10 000 a week or so ago, after reading something on this site. I never thought to give d-i-l or son access to my account. Do you think they would accept a bank cheque from one of their accounts? - I could start putting the money over now, I am hoping for a case officer any moment now. Have been waiting 14mths now although it does seem to have gone quickly. I am leaving work on the 26 of this month and have booked the shippers for the 22 Oct, I think my things will have to go in storage for a while as I wont have my visa by then. I will stay with a friend for the last month Look forward to hearing what happens with you Moira
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Hi Val I felt panic rising just reading about the cheque. So it seems they wont take a personal cheque, like you I have the money in my ANZ account so will be looking forward to hear how you get on. What is a bank cheque? I hope it is soon sorted for you Best wishes Moira
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Hi out there it is good to hear everyones exciting news. I wonder if anyone knows the answer to this question. A friend asked me - if she applies for the visa that takes years and then changes to a 143 or 173 at a later date, will the years that she has already been waiting be taken off of the wait for the 143? Best wishes Moira
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I will start off staying with my son in Mentone. We are on the Great Ocean Road but nearer to the city. Dont you just love it when they use the english names. My daughter-in-law says they are usually english names of aboriginal. I am so looking forward to being by the sea. Will keep in touch Moira
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You are so right about making decisions about what to take. I keep going through things and I am gradually taking less and less. But it is the small things, my pencils, reels of sellotape (silly things - buy they eventually go) but I do feel that with the sale of the flat and getting a CO things will become hectic. I am one of the people who couldnt get medicals done before getting a CO. At the moment I sometimes feel time is going very slow - no CO yet - and other times it is speeding away. Val - I am planning on sending a personal cheque so I hope they get used to it Best wishes Moira
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Hallo Gina I am going to Melbourne. I applied for my 143 in July 2011 so I hope to get a Case Officer this month. My flat sold in 6days, just the right person walked through the door. I have booked a flight for 30 November - if I havent got my visa by then I will have to change my flight. I went over to Melbourne for 2mths last christmas just to make sure it is where I wanted to be and if anything I felt more sure of my decision. It seems the shippers cant ship my things until I have the visa so they may have to go into storage for a while. The other thing about Australia is money can earn good interest, 5.75 I believe on some accounts so thats good to know. I will let you know as soon as I get a CO. Fingers crossed Moira
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Hi Zumsor I am on my own and 62. I have applied for a 143 and hope to get a CO this month or next. My flat is in the process of being sold. Like yourself I cant imagine anyone wanting to employ me at 62, although I am fit. But never say never. I am not doing a lot of planning about being in OZ just going to make sure I am open to any opportunities that come my way. Friends say I am brave, but I am not. At this end of my life I am not looking to build a career and I havent got anyone relying on me so I am going to take this move as an adventure. Who knows what life has in store. I dont want to get to the end of my life and think that I played safe, even if it doesnt work out in Oz I would rather have tried than stayed safe (because that is what it would mean for me). I am the sort of person who lives in the ssame place for years and stayed at the same job. So maybe someone will want to employ a 62 year old with a sense of adventure. Someone else said earlier about selling the family home and not feeling sad. I agree with that - think I have gone through that and now I say - bring it on - well gently!!! I wish you well and you will not find a more helpful and supportive site than this Best wishes Moira
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WONDERFUL NEWS -what a fantastic feeling it must be all the best Moira
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Oh thank you Angie but I didnt expect you to do all the work I will have a look as well, isnt it wonderful, all these people working together Moira
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Hi all What do you do about travel insurance when you are flying out one-way. Do you still get yourselves covered for the flight? Thanks Moira
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Hi Phoebe It is good to hear from you and add my wishes for your good health. Angie How I recognise your mixed feelings about leaving. I have an offer on my flat and the estate agent wanted to make an appointment for the surveyor to come around and I can feel myself stalling, thinking its all going to fast. It isnt really as it is nearly 14mths since my application went in and I have been thinking about moving over for a lot longer but I keep going. I just look at the photo of my grandchildren on the beach and remember why I am going. Best wishes Moira
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Fantastic news. So happy for you Moira
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W Wow who pays by cash! Thanks for that I will have to transfer the money to my sons account Moira