Whizzkidd

A lesson to us all of how resilient little kids can be... http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2287870/I-want-tell-hang-buddy-Five-year-old-kidney-patient-Australia-sends-incredibly-moving-message-support-British-boy-5-desperately-seeking-transplant.html

I personally feel they are being treated harsly. Consider all the special needs children this lady would have helped and nurtured what about the impact on them? They have both been working paying taxes and contributing to Australia. It seems inhumane to me at least give them a chance to rectify their mistake. I most certainly voted 'No' they should not have to go.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2281642/British-couple-deported-Australia-years--living-wrong-suburb.html

The white tips were camping out on the washing line! I believe they like hiding in the laundry!! Normally we wouldn't kill Gods creatures but hubby blasted them with some Mortein....

Hi to all! Just wondering if there is a seasonal time of year the lovely Aussie spider decides to invade your home? I remember the common house spider in the UK used to be prevalent in September!!! We seem to have a lot of white tips around the outside of the house!!! Not bothered about me and hubby just worry about the kids. We are in Melbourne if that helps.

He's been found alive great news!!!!

Does that mean they'll want our blood now???:chatterbox:

Drivers beware!!! http://www.weeklytimesnow.com.au/article/2013/02/11/559594_latest-news.html

Band 1: £17.50 includes an examination, diagnosis and advice. If necessary, it also includes X-rays, a scale and polish and planning for further treatment. Band 2: £48 includes all treatment covered by Band 1, plus additional treatment, such as fillings, root canal treatment and removing teeth (extractions). Band 3: £209 includes all treatment covered by Bands 1 and 2, plus more complex procedures, such as crowns, dentures and bridges. As opposed to $3000-$5000 dollars!!!!

I really miss NHS they do an amazing job and I miss the security more than anything!!! And professionalism. NHS dentists!!! Same as above...

I miss: M&S Richmond Pork Sausages Yorkshire country pubs Starting to miss UK TV Bisto Marmite Weetabix but if I went back to the UK there is alot of things I would miss about Oz.......:laugh:

Hi I've done it for my husband from the UK but origin was Melbourne. Try Bravofly good fares. Good Luck!

Hi H There are a group of us near Diamond Creek who have recently arrived. We meet up often and are all around for the next month as kids off. I think your only 30 mins away. Do you drive? Or an you catch the train? It would be lovely to meet you and have a good chat. I'll PM you my mobile number. Take care.

Thanks so much for your kind and helpful comments. Kids happily opening presents from Santa and all is forgotten. The joys of having boys!!! Merry Christmas to you all x

Thanks for your replies Christmas here has certainly formulated a lot of other emotions I simply wasn't ready to deal with!!! As adults I can cope with my husbands and my feelings but my kids that's always going to be tough!!!