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Hi, I have been offered a position that will be based in Chatswood and I am in the early stages of planning an interstate move to NSW. Having searched on various real estate websites and read endless posts on this forum, I am seeking advice on areas to focus my search for a rental property that wont (by Sydney standards) burst the budget. I have been primarily looking along train lines (as I'm sure most people do) to try and avoid the need to commute by car. In a perfect world, I would be looking for a 2 bed property (apartment or otherwise - not fussy) with weekly rent of around $500 per week. I know this is ambitious and will likely push it out to $600 if needed but I'm keen to at least try and find something at the lower end of the scale. In addition it would be good to be somewhere that has a coffee shop or two and/or some personality to it (or neighbouring a place with these elements). Given the above, my search thus far seems to have drifted towards North Strathfield, Rhodes, Wentworth Point, Meadowbank, Ryde, West Ryde (that general arc/area) as it is a commutable distance by train to Chatswood and not a million miles form the city by train for weekends etc. I would love to hear views on the above areas and/or opinions on other possible areas I could target my search. Googling and searching only takes you so far and it would be good to get first (or second) hand accounts about what these areas are like or suggestions of other areas that might fit the above criteria. Many thanks for taking the time to read

Hi, Hoping someone can offer some advice. I was granted SS for VIctoria and subsequently applied for my 176 online. As per instructions I provided my TRN to Vic via the email address from which they confirmed my state sponsorship and requested they send form 1100 to DIAC. I'm just a bit unsure if this is all I have to do to request form 1100, and if this is the correct email address to use. Also, does anyone know how long it takes vic to send this to DIAC? Thanks

Thanks again for the replies. I think I might have answered my own question from looking on the immi site: http://www.immi.gov.au/allforms/health-requirements/health-exam.htm States I will require the blood test THanks again

THAnks for the quick replies. I should have mentioned in my original post that its a 176 visa I've applied for. I'm sure the medical centre knows what they're talking about but just wanted to double check for peace of mind. I just thought everyone had to get the blood tests done, not just temporary visa applicants etc. I'll have a look around the immi site and see if I can't find clarification THanks again

Hi, I contacted the Health Centre in Edinburgh to discuss booking an appointment for my meds and they advised I only need a blood test/HIV test if I work in health care or if I'm applying for a temporary visa. I was under the impression that everyone had to submit a blood test. I would be really grateful if anyone could advise me on this as want to make sure I book the right one. Also the cost without blood tests is £290 , with blood tests its £375 so reluctant to spend the extra if it isn't necessary. THAnks

Hi, Really hoping someone can advise me on how to check whether my documents were uploaded successfully or not. I just spent ages uploading everything after submitting my 176 online application. After the final piece of evidence I clicked on 'ok' instead of 'add another' (or whatever it says) and the system seemed to crash and gave a message about the website timing out. When I log in to check the progress of my application I cant see any documents attached (not sure where to look) and there;s no option to attach any more documents. Really confused and concerned and would be so grateful if anyone could offer any advice?? Thanks

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Does anyone know of any GP's open on Sunday in Melbourne? Anywhere in the metropolitan area will do. It's not an emergency but rather was hoping to avoid time off work to visit. Had an appointment with one this morning but for various reasons was forced to cancel it last minute and Google hasn't helped thus far. Thanks