Jacaranda
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Yes really good thanks Toots.I had'nt been on any forum's to speak of for a long time,was discussing it at work yesterday which reminded me of this one! lol
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Did you return Thom?(Sorry havent logged into the forum for probably 3 yrs.My daughter,and her family live in Cornwall and love it.We visit probably 3 times a year,and living costs are probably the same anywhere in the UK tbh.
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South Australia?
Yes!
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:Randy-git::eek::wink:
No surprise to see you posting that Paul!:wink:
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Oh behave lol I've already told him people are saying this stuff. Even my mates back home are saying stuff! Bunch of kids :laugh: Sometimes 3 or 4 people stay in these bCkpacker vans, does that mean they have a orgy haha
Ive noticed its only guys saying this Quokka,and we know how they think right?Just ignore them.One track minds and all that.Im sure the guy you'll be travelling with is a decent,respectful person.Im really excited for you and Im sure it will all be fine.
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Hmmm!Having aussie kids,and brought them up in Oz until they were nearly teens,and then relocated to the UK a few years ago,I think I have a balanced viewpoint of restrictions.Going on holiday from the UK to somewhere hot for 2 weeks is a different story,than living somewhere hot.We lived in Sth Aust.I can say categorically that we were just as restricted there as what you might be in the UK weather wise.Days stuck inside during winter with the wood burner on 24/7 to being stuck inside during summer,too hot to do anything really,curtains and blinds drawn,just like winter.Might be different in Qld though.Even on milder days of 20c+I would be telling the girls to stay in the shade,sunblock on etc.I have two siblings both had skin cancer and were and are not sun worshippers.One's had SC twice,the other 5 times!This is just them heading out to hang washing outside,going from the house to the car etc not sunbathing,so you need to be very careful.
Our lives did not change when we moved to the UK being outside wise.We weren't beachy type people in Oz and neither in the UK so I guess it depends what type of family you are.
I think I would if I were you,rent your house out if you decide to go.Also factor in the working hours.Finishing at 5pm?Is that a dead cert or will you be expected to work later if appts are running late?Getting home right now when its your kids bedtime is only a temp thing,obviously the older they get,the later they'll be staying up.
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Thanks Snifter,I don't know why I didn't read the CFS Site.I did when my brothers town was at risk.
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Worrying times Jock.
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Thought this might be useful for PIO'ers to read.Some pretty stiff price hikes in there too!
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Well Im quite worried atm.The bushfires affecting SA are near to where my older sister lives.Unfortunately they're not home right now (on a cruise for 2 weeks)so hope to god their house stays safe.
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Wishing you TPQ a very Happy New Year,hope its filled with happiness and peace!HNY to everyone else too,hope 2016 is a really good one for you all xoxooxx
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I think I'm beating you! We are flying out tomorrow, leaving home about lunch time today - only for a month though! Bon voyage when it comes!!!
Yes Quoll you are!I leave on Mon?Holy Crap its come around fast!Yikes!lol Safe journey Quoll and it will be love for you to catch up with your other son,and his family.xoxox
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A twin sister you say.....
:laugh: Have a safe journey back, with new year best wishes
Yes SusainDouble Trouble eh?hahaha!xx
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No argument needed Ausborn.Im returning to Australia a week Mon to live.I've got no "agenda"in my posts.Just surprised you're finding things expensive.I was in Sainsburys this morning,and happened to be in the toiletry isle,shaving cream (male and females £2 per can),Superdrug had Lynx sets (shower gel and deo spray for £2.50).Starbucks is well known to be expensive.You pay more for the brand name.
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Best wishes on your future plans!I know a few polish people from work that have recently returned to Poland,so times are changing.
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Hi all,
Not sure if anyone else has mentioned the devastating recent bushfires that have hit parts of Vic this week.Thoughts go out to all those affected.Hope you all manage to stay safe.
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I would definitely try Brisbane. Building trade is healthy.
I'm in uk at the moment. Can't believe the price of things to be honest . I was last here in 2012 . With the current exchange rate , the UK seems a lot more expensive now than Brisbane.. I'm seeing things here now(with the exchange rate) the same price in pounds as I would pay in dollars for certain everyday living items like deodorant, shaving cream to name a few.. Price of housing here has just got out of control. Tbh I was in shock the first few weeks back here by prices.Talking to my family and friends in building trade here, they think by next year it will be back to how it was in 2010-2011(I am in Suffolk though). i would tread carefully, maybe come back for a visit before committing to moving back full time. This ain't a uk vs Aus post either. I love both countries and at home in each.
I also love both countries and been in both this year.Deodorant?Are you having a laugh?Where do you shop for deo?Most places I buy deodorant from (supermarkets,Superdrug,Boots etc you can buy roll on (I don't use sprays)for anything from 80p upwards.
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When I was 20,settling down with someone was the furthest thing from my mind.No doubt your gf's mates will be encouraging her to come home because they miss her,and also might harbour feelings of jealousy!I guess though your gf needs to ask herself this?Will these mates still be around in years to come when they're all married,got kids etc?
I think I would just let her go.You sound like you have a good head on your shoulders,with your job,future plans etc.I doubt you'd have much trouble finding someone else if that's what you chose to do.Best wishes and good luck for a happy bright future.
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It's a travel thread - NOT a travel blog - by someone who has been a PIO member for many years and is keeping in touch with friends she has made on PIO over those years.
Anyone else can keep out of it. A first time post such as yours reminds me of that wise saying "Fools rush in....".
Unless you're a recycled member with a new name back for some stirring. :rolleyes: In which case the "fool" bit still applies.
:notworthy:Yep agree 100%!
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I really enjoyed catching up with your adventures Stacey.Good that you are spending some time in each place,travelling non stop would be very tiring hey?How did Xmas Day go hon?Did you have a nice day?
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How deep does the hole need to be before the poster arrives at the core?
Well I guess it depends on how really feel about the place?Sometimes its not actually the place but your attitude towards it,dont you think?Personally,speaking for myself,I would have to ensure a move to Brisbane is as right as it can be,otherwise the OP will be posting back in time,saying Brisbane isn't for them either and now they have the expense of relocating to the UK.
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Decided on Christmas day we are moving back to Bath after 7 years in Sydney. Totally over it!!!! Ozzie - phobic on my return I think!!!
:laugh:Bath is a fantastic place!Good luck and best wishes on your return!
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No that's true,I haven't been to Perth.I was suggesting you look a little deeper in your situation.
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Well tbh,if you had to nag your wife for a long time to make the move,I'm not surprised she is digging her heels in not to return to the UK.She would of invested a lot of time thinking about that move,leaving her family,friends,job (if she had one back then)home,and there's only so many times a woman would be prepared to do that.I would say if Brisbane was your first choice,I would consider relocating there....but you will need to be 100% sure that's where you're going to stay,for not only yourself,but for your wife and kids sake.
You said you are skint on 100k.How does your wife feel about that?Is she ok with it or is she missing the money and lifestyle you had in the UK,but likes Oz better?You said you had a niche market,could you perhaps start up your own business doing the same thing but in Oz?
Ive never been to Perth,Im from Adelaide.Now Ive read over the years,people saying Adelaide and SA are boring.I disagree.I was never bored living there,and Ive lived in the burbs of Adelaide and later moved to a small country town.Adelaide (and Perth would be the same)usually has quite a lot going on in the way of days out,festivals,music gigs,shows etc.But really on a day to average day level,what do people expect to be doing?
Some people who love Australia,and return to the UK for a visit,sometimes state "Guess what?Everyone we knew were doing the same old,same old"!Really?Well most of my family and friends are in Australia,and they're also doing the same old same old,because that same old is actually people just living their lives.Sometimes life is exciting,sometimes fun,sometimes sad,sometimes boring.So do you think you're expecting too much from Perth hon when you say its boring?
Sometimes when you have kids,life can seem like groundhog day.Ive been there and done it.It can be abit restricting but that's only temp right?Sooner or later your kids will be old enough to stay home alone,and you and your wife can then go out at night when you want,head off for the day or whatever floats your boat.
I guess what Im trying to say is,look a little deeper into your life,and your situation.When your kids get older,your wife could probably work full time,which will then give you more money.Your situation is only temporary,and maybe you need to find some patience to sit that out.As John Lennon said.....Life is what happens while you're busy making other plans!:daydreaming:
Cornwall, expensive?
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No changed my mind and remained in the UK.Started a nursing career,and after practising yoga for 30 yrs,just began a teacher training course.