Ms Petite

Do you ahve to take out private health cover on PR - someone told me that if I don't have private health cover I will pay more tax?

Hi Where's the best place to get a ladies bike - new or second hand - nothing fancy - just something to get me from A to B Cheers

I arrived in Perth on my own in Jan this yr. I too was apprehensive about being on my own but I had secured a 3 week rental before I arrived in a 1 bed unit in Shenton Park which is in west Perth not too far from Claremont. The apartment was expensive but for me it was worth it. I felt so comfortable & safe in the complex. It was easy access to local shop (IGA) a few minutes walk or catch the bus (24, 25) in to the city. It takes time to recover from jet lag and also find ur way around. I had to adjust to the heat too but it will be cooler when u arrive in June. I started looking for a room in shared accommodation on Gumtree at the start of my second week and it took me till the very end of the 3rd week to secure a place that was actually liveable. The standard of in the city & suburbs is very mixed from student living (bare basics) to high end very expensive. Decide what ur budget is - if you will use public transport or drive to work & choose ur suburb. Have a look on the transperth - perth rail & bus network. There are some very nice areas in west perth http://www.transperth.wa.gov.au/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:TransperthRailwayMap.svg

Whats it like living in Maylands (East Street) - thinking of renting there but have got mixed reviews form people. Any thoughts

Recently got some clothes altered in a place in Picadilly Arcade & also at a place in Carilliton City - both charged $40 for one item - shorten a dress. Is this the normal price? or can anyone recommend some place else

Where's the best place to buy a car - looking for something small (clio, yaris, etc) with a warranty. Want something that won't breakdown or give trouble - heard stories from people that bought cars off Gumtree. Willing to pay approx $3,000 - $5,000.

Wheres the best place to buy some clothes I'm petite so a lot of stuff is too long- have tried Target, Kmart, Big W - but after a few washes the shape is gone. Looking for some bits for work & a few casual things. Anything like M&S, Debenhams, UK stores? Thanks

Instead of going through an Agent what local papers are good for finding out what rentals are on the market - areas include Subiaco, west leederville, Leederville direction Thanks

any body know if u can get potato waffles & brown soda bread in perth - been here a few weeks now and the bakeries don't seem to have any - I even asked but they didn't know what soda bread was

Hi guys I have a few questions can u drink d water in Perth Can u put fabric softener in a top loader Where is d best place to get a fold up bed - ikea nothin suitable & tried gumtree anyplace like argos here Thanks

Well I have finally arrived and delighted 2 b wrting my arrival report. The flight was good but long - left Ireland @5am on Sunday morning + touched downn on Monday @ 3 pm. God d heat Was unreal Was not prepared for it - had 2 take a shower when I got to the accomodation which is in shenton park. Must say its v nice . Most relaxng and serviced well by public transport. Went in 2 d city on tues to get bank cards. Also got a smart rider ticket which is v handy. Had a walks around and it seems v nice strange to c xmas decorations on sale + shorts in the same isle. Have applied for tfn no on line. Went to do medicare 2 day but the queue Was ridiclous. Going to take some time to relax + njoy d weather. It makes such a change from home. Gotta go + catch some rays:cool:

Flying 2mrw morn @7.30 am Irish time - tried to check in on line now - but it told me that I cant & to go to the check in desk - Is this normal?

Great - thanks a mill

Can u use any currency in singapore airport?

Thanks for the info - arriving at 3pm on Monday - so excited:biggrin::cool:

Well the time has nearly arrived - leaving for Perth on Sun 13th. Must say I'm really excited and really lookin forward to some sunny weather. How much approx. would a taxi cost from the airport to Onslow Rd, Shenton Park. Just to give me an idea

Thanks for the info guys - much appreciated

How do u register your arrival with WA when on a state sponsored visa.

Thanks for dat - I'm hoping ur right - A few recruitment companies have told me to contact them when I'm there - I suppose they are getting bombarded with overseas CV's everyday

Headin to Perth in Jan and have started doing a bit of research on the jobs market - contacting recruitment agencies. The general response is that because I don't have WA experience I will find it hard to get a job. I have 10 yrs experience in Local Government in Ireland in Landfills and env enforcement. How difficult is it to get in to the private industry? Anybody any similar experience or any ideas Thanks G

Fergamy - Would be interested to hear more about Subiaco. I have booked my accommodation for jan and can't wait. Starting to sort through all my stuff now and wondering whats the dress code like for interviews bearing in mind that I will be arriving in the middle of summer. Will I bring a few suits?

Just wondering - the 40kg bag allowance per person on an unvalidated PR visa - How many bags are u allowed - does it differ with different airlines

Been looking at shared accommodation on gum tree etc. From what I can gather Apts seem to be more expensive but have more facilities such as pool etc. Is this the case? Also which do people prefer living in an Apt or a house?

In the process of booking my flight for 12 Jan 2013 from Ireland but wondering whats the best route Singapore or Kuala Lumpur and whats the best arrival time. Some flights arrive in Perth after midnight which I really don't fancy as I will be travelling alone. All help appreciated

What is the best option for accommodation when I first arrive in Perth. I will be travelling alone (Female,mid 30's) and don't know anyone in Perth. Initially I was thinking of booking a hotel but don't know if I could stick a room for 2-3 weeks. Then was thinking of a hotel for 2-3 nites then mayb a self catering place for the rest. I will be looking for shared accommodation in an apartment or house so just wondering what the best option would be. What have others who traveled alone done.