So basically I have been in Brisbane for about 11 years now and am desperately waiting for an opportunity to head back home. The ridiculous weather, lack of culture and different sense of humour (I know it doesn't seem big but when you're so used to taking the mickey out of family and then accidentally say something to a friend it can be difficult to explain) is driving me up the wall and if I could leave tomorrow I would. But it's such a big move and so much to think about that I really am confused. The plan is to move when I finish uni at 21/22 ish with the family moving over in stages in the 2 years leading up to that. That's a scary thought, having the family split up for such a long time, but if it means we can finally leave Aus then I'm all for it. Firstly I'm pretty worried about essentially starting life again; most of my family is living over here now and I have no friends/support network waiting for me. Anyone have any tips or words of advice?
I'm trying to work out what it will mean for me as a returning expat, just any general knowledge or experiences would be really appreciated; how long will it take before I can get a mortgage since I will have no working history over there (any tips on how to shorten this length from this side of the globe?), how long before I can work as a teacher in England with an Australian education? I feel very lost at the idea of being thrown in the deep end and not only living by myself for the first time but doing so in a different country with no connections other than parents.
I'm also hoping for approval for a student exchange to London for 7/8 months next year; does anyone know if there are any things I am entitled to (healthcare etc.) or anything I would need to do differently as a visiting citizen on English passport.
So yeah, just feeling kinda completely petrified but can't wait at the same time.