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He's a way off that's why the next trip is so important :yes:. I'm still seeing consultants still can't eat solids so can't even book flights yet :arghh: baby Harry was only 10 weeks old when we left he's going to be almost 2 next time we see him and the girls are getting so big......miss them so much as I'm sure all of us in the UK do.......... Phoebe PS I'll happily send you these 3 they've got us up the bloody wall.............
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That's a big help ladies. I've had a quick look at their web site hubby's having a look later (we have to let them know they are in charge :laugh:). Once him indoors is happy we will give it a go. Apart from the convenience of having an Aussie account we are looking to hire a motor home next time we go, with 3 bairns in a 3 bedroom house it's a tight squeeze now since we are going for around 8-10 weeks. We will have the first week or so at start and end of holiday with them but we want to have a good tour around to see if hubby feels it's worth spending the money to make the move...........he is slowly coming round to the idea since we got new neighbours last year with 3 constantantly barking dogs :goofy: we are both dog lovers but these are totally out of control. Hopefully we would get a better deal if we have Aussie Dollars to trade with :yes: Apologies for the last posts spelling was typing in a hurry didn't think to check it :twitcy: Phoebe
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Thanks ladies :biggrin: I was thinking about NAB as there is one close to my daughter but on their web site it is saying you have to be intending to move to Oz within 12 months.......was that not a problem for you Pam? Also did you just collect devit cards etc when you went on holiday, do they send your statements etc to your home in the UK? Sorry for all the wuestions :swoon: Phoebe
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Hi Everyone I am sure this had been covered in the past but can't find the thread! Were any of you able to open an Australia bank account before you moved out there or has anyone still in the UK have an Aussie bank account? Thanks Phoebe
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So if you moved to Oz on a CPV143 then moved back to the UK after a while then decided to move back to Oz you would have to pay all over again? Am I reading that right? Phoebe
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On the same theme......... I believe I'm right in thinking if you go for the 173 you don't have to pay the AoS unless you then either go for or opt to updrade to the 143 and I know you then get it back after 10 years :swoon: or what's left of it (please anyone correct me if I'm wrong). This being the case what if you decide after say 5 years Oz is not for you for some reason do you get it back and if so how/when. Thanks Phoebe
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Wow Val soooo happy for you both Phoebe
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WOW so much going on for so many people. :jiggy: Good luck to you all :cool: Phoebe
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That's good info thanks :biggrin: Phoebe
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That is soooo weird we've posted similar Q together !!!!!!! Phoebe
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How does emergency health cover work in Oz for our age group. My daughter has a 'bulk bill' doctor so I understand that and I know UK had a reciprocal agreement with Oz but what happens if you for example took suddenly ill or had an accident that required hospital treatment/stay? Way my healths been the past 15 months feel I need tto clarify this :swoon: Phoebe
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Could you go on the 173 initially and rent your house that way you still have your house if you need/want to come back and the money you have spent was for the experience. Just couple ideas for you to throw around :biggrin: Phoebe
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I can't believe you've been there a year already :swoon: But sounds like your settling right in :biggrin: Phoebe
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So happy for you guys :biggrin: And just a teensy bit jealous :wub: Live your dream :cool: Phoebe
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I used Walkabout for our last return holiday trip their quote was excellent :biggrin: Phoebe
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Thanks Angie. I think I finally have an answer to what's been going on this past 15 months but one of my consultants just phftt phftt it :mad: Back to see myother consultant on Tuesday and I've made a private appointment for a second opinion in couple of weeks spending the precious pennies but so sick of it all :dull: Can't even look at flights to go for a visit and my new grandson is 17 months old now :cry: Great to hear your news and it must be hard with guilt etc but like my daughter said to me before they left "you did the very best you could for your family and I have to do what I feel is the very best for my family we only get one chance" and I couldn't disagree. So this is your time :jiggy: Live your dream :cool: Phoebe
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Hi everyone Been a while since I posted (still battling with hospitals :swoon: So good to read all the great posts congrats to all who are now on their way :biggrin: so happy for you all and to those of you with OH still uncertain if it's the right thing to do.......I know exactly where your coming from :daydreaming: Phoebe
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Hi Val Sooooo happy for you :biggrin: Phoebe
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Hi I do know it's a benefit from Centrelink because of the carbon tax due to come in as my daughter has received it but I don't know if it comes out of AoS. I would be ringing Centrelink to ask unless someone here knows for sure :biggrin: Phoebe
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Hi Gill Great post thankyou for all that info and I too will be looking into the Post Office Credit Card thanks for that :wink: So glad you are happy living the dream :cool: not to mention being close to your lovely family now :wub: Phoebe
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Hi My daughter waited until they had PR for 2 years then proved they were settled rental, jobs etc. Obviously it's up to you but personally I wouldn't chance it for the sake of a couple of months :biggrin: Hope it all goes well Phoebe
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Hi Welcome to the forum. You will get the advice you need here. As I understand it your parents pass the balance of family test because they now have 2 out if their 3 children as permanent residents, however both the children living in Australia have to prove they are 'settled'. This means you have to show you have a job, a property either mortgage or rental etc so if you are not living in Australia I don't believe your parents would qualify Im sure people with more knowledge will confirm or correct this information. Phoebe
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Thanks for that Dave :biggrin: Did you withdraw the 103 before/after or at the same time as you applied for 143? It's deffinatly a route I'm considering :yes: Phoebe
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I've just remembered I'm sure I asked this question via email to the DIAC website and was told the time didn't count :eek: Can anyone else confirm it :biggrin: Phoebe
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Hi Kath I just remembered seeing this from 'hitchers' not long ago it could be worth looking into :yes: crtainly got me thinking. "One route, the route I have taken may suit your circumstances. It is a more expensive way but gives you more control. I applied for a 103 non contributory visa in early 2010. The time nor finances were right for a 143 application. I had no intention of waiting for the 15 years it would have taken. Earlier this year the it time was right to apply for a 143 contributory visa. The time waiting on the 103 was taken into consideration and I got a case officer within a few days of lodging the 143 application. It is more expensive as you have to pay he 1st fee again, but to be able to time it to my needs has made it worthwhile." Phoebe
