Stacy053

Hi, We got married in the UK (fife) having lived in Sydney in the lead up. I can't remember all of the ins and out of giving notice however it was no problem for us. Either my parents picked up the form or we requested it to be sent to them. They filled it out and sent it back (or they send it to us to do and then send back) with birth certificates. As long as this was back to allow for the correct amount of notice time then thats fine. About 4 days before our ceremony we went to pick up the actual marriage certificate - this was the part we had to do in person. After the ceremony we dropped the signed certificate back at the registry. Our marriage certificate (and extra copies) was sent to us in Sydney a few weeks later. Sorry some of the details are not super clear, I just wanted to reassure you that you it can be done and you won't need to be back in the UK for weeks before the wedding. I'd recommend contacting the registry direct. Good luck

We easily fitted a king sized diven bed in the Large movecube plus lots of extras. Regarding the extra costs for Door-to-door. Are these custom fees? Or additional extras? Our cube has landed in the uk and we have paid the £360 for custom fees (as expected from quote and telephone conversations). I will be mad if there try to charge us more now!

Sorry to hear about your situation. I don't have any advice as such but I wonder if this other post could be from your son? http://www.pomsinoz.com/forum/welcome/244644-i-have-fallen-love-want-move-australia-my-girlfriend-2.html

I'd recommend Erskineville and near by areas. There are lots of different types of properties - old terraces (maybe outside of budget) and units. Erskineville sits near two train lines so quick and easy access to CBD and beyond,also there is a direct bus to Coogee. I see people cycling to work (I presume the CBD) on bike lanes along Wilson Street or other streets. Sydney Park is really close by and we have cycled to Centennial Park a few times. There are a lot of new developments in Erskinveille but for now at least it has retained its 'village' charm. The new developments have kept rent prices competitive so you may score a 2bed for you budget or easily a big 1 bed in a complex with good facilities if that is what you want.

Not directly related to this post, however I have recently come across a font designed especially to help dyslexic people. I hope I am allowed to post a link (I have no affiliation) http://www.dyslexiefont.com/en/. I am am not, google 'dyslexic font'

I may be wrong but I don't think the 6 months have to be in 1 tax year. As long as it is 6 continuous months. There is a tool on ATO website to help work it out. EDITED: There is a calculation for the tax fee threshold to take into account exactly this situation. Unlike the UK you do not received the whole threshold amount, nor is it pro-rata. Is it something like $7K + x/month of stay. Up to maximum of $18200. Again, the ATO website can work this out for you.

Is it a 457 visa you will be sponsored on? Then is you can prove de facto relationship then yes you would be eligible to be sponsored. However, with this visa your OH would not be able to start his own business. He can only work for the company which has sponsored him in the role for which he was employed.

Well a unexpected but positive update. This morning it appears his tax rebate was paid straight into our account. It is approx $1 over what was expected which I think must be the interest the discussed in letter!! I guess we will need to wait til next week for a letter confirmation but it made for a very pleasant start to the weekend. I hope you have a similar outcome Suzi.

We are in the same position. Neither or our tax returns could be verified online. So we printed and sent them off (24th July). Around 15th August OH got a letter which sounds similar to what you describe. Then last week (23rd Aug) my tax return was deposited in the bank. OH return was very straightforward so I was surprised by the letter. Unsure whether it is random, or potentially as he is employed and paid by recruitment agent, working for a firm which is contracted to another. Not that this should complicate it too much. 1 job in tax year. I guess we wait til October. Sorry I have no advice. I would interested to hear of other in similar position or those who have been through similar in previous years.

Another consideration which should be outlined in your contract is whether you are liable to pay back any relocation expense that they may have paid for you. In my contract this is outlined as a % of costs vs time left on contract. Good luck

My company use Smart Salary as well. In general they have been good. Their website explains the concept of Salary packing and the rules very well. Once you get here and get a log in this will be personalised to your circumstances - show your limits etc. They process claims very fast even if for some, but not all, you have to send things my mail. Others can be sent by fax. They have always paid prompt. Frequently before my company pays my remaining salary!! You can access reports which clearly outlines on a monthly basis your package income. They have been great whether I have contacted them via email or phone. It makes sense to at least package the minimum you are allowed against rent or living expenses. Whether you opt in to Car schemes or entertainment card etc can be done at any time. Good luck.

Have you signed a contract? It would be strange to have a visa granted them do contract negotiations would it not?

I have seen https://www.ozforex.com.au recommend before. I used it once and it seemed similar to moneycorp. I was happy with the service. I think you get a few (3 maybe??) no fee transfer. This may suit your needs.

You are correct in that I missed the associate part of the job title. I did not mean to comment directly on any figures but was merely suggesting the the OP could, in all likelihood, get access to a open-access payscale. Having a PhD is one thing but number of years post-doc (research or teaching) generally governs the entry point on the academic payscale and this is not something the OP has shared. ​I wonder how the interview went?

Hello, I know your main priority is housing and morgage but I have small comment on the salary. Sydney university pay a someone with a phd a minimum of $78252 (with 17% super). This would be anew graduate level. I would therefore think a lecturer there would be paid more than your being quoted.i know universities differ and obviously don't know your cv but thought its helpful to know nonetheless. If you google university of sydney salary scale you can easily get access to it. I assume the same would be available for Macquarie and other. Good luck with interview