It was a while ago now but I suppose just as relevant. I always felt everything in Australia was temporary whether it be the houses or the friends or the buildings. We just missed the lifestyle here and couldnt get it in Australia. We missed the pubs, the people, the countryside, old friends and lots of other things. Its not to say Australia isnt a wonderful country but for us and clearly many others it isnt as wonderful as here.
We have considered going back but lots of things are putting us off not least of which is how expensive it has become.