michaelc17

Cheers for the replies people think we’ll squeeze in as much as we can even if we think it’s not a priority. Any home comforts you wish you took? Things you can’t get there

Hi guys, making the move in April and will be packing our stuff up soon. What’s some things you wish you took but didn’t? I’m a carpenter/joiner so will be taking as much tools as possible then just some household stuff. I know once we get there, there will be a “ I wish we brought” scenario or 2 lol

Will keep this in mind for when we get over

Sat the ielts twice now and feel it’s set up to fail. The writing task should have more time in my opinion. Also the time in between sitting the reading writing and listening and then having to come back 4 hours later for the speaking is ridiculous. My mind wasn’t switched on fully in the afternoon sitting the speaking test. that being said hopefully I’ve done enough this time, if not I’ll be sitting the pte next.

Hi mate, still in the Uk at the moment. Just trying to scope things out in Adelaide from people on the ground... had a look at seek but it doesn’t always paint a true picture.

Hi guys, just looking for a heads up from people in the know regarding the construction work in Adelaide. I am a qualified carpenter and now looking at the prospects here. Is there plenty going on? Cheers

Brilliant mate stopped of at Forster, coffee harbour and a few other spots along the way. Camped in a national park right on the beach. There was a storm and seeing it roll in from the sea was some sight. Loved the storms!

Thought as much! Cheers

Probably already know the answer to this one but here goes anyway... is it worth sending over a Holden combo van? 2010 reg 120k miles

Thanks, it’s all about striking a balance really. Would just rather stay away from the hustle and bustle as much as possible when not working. A lot of studying to be done and decisions to be made.

That puts it into perspective how big NSW really is! Madness. I’ve done a road trip up the coast from Sydney to Byron stopping off at different spots along the way. But seeing it on a map how far up it goes definitely opens the eyes

Thanks mate. A bit of sound advice is what I was after rather than picking holes in everything. Cheers

Thanks, I did have Newcastle in mind so maybe need to look into it further. I know there will be work for carpenters most places. But then the dollar won’t be as good as I’m the city. Suppose I just want my cake... and eat it

Firstly I do realise NSW Isn’t just Sydney but was assuming this is where I’ll find work. Secondly, I’ve perhaps used the wrong wording with “laidback lifestyle” I’m a hard worker and always will be. What I was probably trying to get at is the big smoke city Lifestyle that doesn’t appeal. Thanks anyway

Hi guys, so I’m a qualified carpenter from the uk, making progress with the EOI now. It’s looking like I’ll only have enough points for the 190 visa which limits me to NSW or SA. Trouble is I had my heart set on Brisbane and have always said I don’t fancy living in Sydney as it’s too expensive and too much of a rat race type lifestyle? Is Sydney really that bad? Is there any suburbs where you can have the best of both worlds with the laidback lifestyle but still accessible to work? Is there any way around the state nomination? What would stop me from going state nomination but going uk to Brisbane instead? Sorry for all the questions, all help is appreciated greatly. cheers

yes mate 55 points without the test! better start studying haha

Thanks a lot! Hopefully mines is as straightforward as yours but with me being self employed and also having lived in New Zealand for 2 years, i`ll have a lot more evidence to gather. My partner will be on my visa but with her not having a qualification in her line of work, i don`t think she will bring points to the table? Thanks again!

Thanks! I`ll grudgingly use an agent in that case! Is the 65 points still the case for a state nominated visa? If i can`t get the independent visa would this be an easier option?

Thanks for the quick reply, I have done an initial assessment with an agent and they came back with 55 points, they said i am eligible but would probably need to sit an English test at some point during the application. I would like to go through an agent to make it easier but at the same time would like to save myself £2500! They also said it could take up to 14 months, is that about right? I was hoping it would be quicker than that. Thanks

Hi Guys, I have started looking at getting a skilled workers visa, ( Independent preferably) I am a qualified carpenter with an estimated 55 points. I understand i have to take an English test to boost the points over the threshold. Basically looking for advice on the best approach from people with similar experience. Is it best to do the application myself or through and agent? whats the stages of applying? I`m assuming sitting the English test is the first port of call? Any advice greatly appreciated. Thanks

thanks a lot people, was starting to think i had missed the opportunity for australia. My work mate is heading to canada on wednesday and supposedly crying out for people. If i couldnt find work doing joinery i wouldn`t have a problem doing any other job for the cash and to get some experience. In an ideal world i would like to do a bit of travelling and experiene OZ but at the same time try and nail down a half decent job to save some money up. Fingers crossed! Thanks for the reassurance, i shall be applying for my visa very soon

Hi all, not sure if this is in the correct part of the forum or not but here goes..... Im a joiner looking to come over to oz from britain at the start of next year, Just for a years working visa to start with then see what happens. I heard from a guy in work today there aren`t a lot of jobs going around and infact his friend who has moved over permanently is struggling to find work. Basically will i be ok in finding work to pay my way? dont want to have to come back to the uk due to no work or money shortage. ps i would be willing to work anywhere in oz as i haven`t really set a place where i want to go. I would like to see different parts. Thanks in advance , Michael.

hi people, I`m a joiner from the uk looking to come over to oz asap ( probably early next year) and would like to get into the mines. Is there a lot of jobs out there? would i get in without experience? Would i have to fund a lot of courses before i could get in? If you could shed ANY light at all, that would be appreciated. Thanks, Michael

Thanks for the advice much appreciated! as u can see me and my bf share this log in hence talkin in 3rd party it seems ar times lol! :biggrin:

Quick question if anyone can help. My girlfriend is looking to work as a nurse in Oz. Does anyone know if she would have to sit an English test? She has English Higher C. Would this be enough? Thanks :biggrin: