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Apologies for my last comment which appears to be flippant, I was in a rush. Despite any figures given there is a lot if work HERE, regards

My 15 year old lad and wife are inundated with work.change your resume , lol

Hi all sorry for late reply my emails come to another account without telling me. Anyway as is usual most of the questions are related to work ,ie construction. Perth is very busy at the moment and a real shortage of brickies. I was bricklaying Last year for several months and it is hard work bricks go down at 6am and in 40 degrees plus. I now work in rennovations. There is lots of work in construction.it is very different from the Uk each trade does there trade only , no multi trading . They simply don't believe it is possible. It takes a while to convey to them that some guys can and are good at several trades. Over time I have built up a reputation for being versatile in many aspects of construction. I am now extremely busy. This has taken time and resolve. Some of the ways they construct here are very dated , ie plastering ,roof construction but as far as they are concerned they are the BEST in the world. After a while you get used to it and just go with the flow. It's true many Brits that come here don't stay in the trade they came with. One thing that stands out is that there are many opportunities for your kids as they leave school and they can achieve much more than if they stayed in the Uk . Anything seems to be possible unlike the still going Class system which is so apparent in the Uk. hope insight is useful. My wife works in retail and can't believe the shocking way customers are dealt with. Arguing with customers through the day about faulty, or shoddy goods which are trying to be returned is commonplace, in fact most of the customers returning stuff are Brits etc who are used to returning goods with no issues. They still send faxes , this says everything. At least it's sunny

Hi all . Some may remember me. Just thought I'd offer my thoughts on the move to Aus as we spent time in the forums getting tips (they Are there) anyone who wants tips on work, rentals ,way of life etc ask away, happy to help if we can. I'm in construction( not for the faint hearted) the wife working in retail, ( Charles dickens parallel) ask away. Ps not interested I the uk versus aus debate, been there done that.

Harpo.............................hi:wink:

Of course the reflection is from the inside.................coz its blxxxdy freezin. :err:

those light nights doh..............lol:wink:

probably more commercial, believe me its 30 years behind here mate

hey mate now wanting to spoil your enthusiasm ,but this is a solid wall tsate, no drylining except for ceiling flushing, hope it works out

No pm facility? Drop me a line, I'm in tapping, cheers

Hi all. does anyone know a website builder that is able to do a website for me.Good quality, and more professional than some iv seen locally. I'm based in Tapping. All help appreciated. regards J:wink:

Been in perth 3 months, I would go to Brisbane, good luck

I would recognise you anywhere...............................hic

. Nooooooo.....it's real isn't it......isn't it........oooooh

Wow, I was just examining the gaps down the side of the window and I could just make out the outline of the builder who built the house stuck in the cavity........should o gone to specsavers:wink:

Hi, can anyone recommend a good resume writer and website builder based in the northern suburbs please. Pm if you do , cheers

I'm thinking of the pest invasion too......

I wonder if anyone can tell me why that when houses are built here in WA that they don't seal around window frames. We live in a newish house and there are wide gaps around all the frames.you can hear crickets in the cavity on a night and I imagine that there are all sorts of creepy craw lies that board and lodge there. Why don't they use silicone sealant. I think there may be a business opportunity there. Wonder what you think......

Builder and plasterer from uk seeks work in WA, pm me please, cheers jules

Hi, did you us get my pm, email playing up, cheers jules

Hello there, I have been in WA for three months and I am based in Tapping. I have over twenty years in construction and am competent in all aspects of brick and block work. I am holder of silver trowel for plastering and am skilled in most aspects of construction. I previously owned a successful construction business in the U.K. which specialised in refurbishment and renovations.I am interested in any construction work available. Drop me a line , cheers jules

Anybody there, pm,d ya

Yes we have settled, started to mix with the Aussie locals straight away , get on great, they have a needle but there just pushing buttons to see if you are a whinging pom. Good and bad every where, kids doing great. Get involved and you'll do great.:biggrin:

Hi all, we have been here in perth for three months and know about all the turmoil,emotions many are going through. If you want to ask any questions about our experience so far,ie rentals, car hire, tail gating (australian pastime) work or anything please ask. Please note I will not enter into the oz v uk debate and I can't help re bringing pets over. I am in construction, I have my own teeth, and wear sandals with OUT socks.

Hi any guys in the northern suburbs that are plastering, I arrived couple of months ago, wouldn't mind a chat re work methods, mixes etc, pm me please