LewiGoingDownUnder

Honestly? No! Sounds stupid I know but I was in the middle of booking a holiday there for next December. Flying to Melbourne, touring the east coast and flying back from Brisbane. We estimated the price would come to £7k once spending money was taken in to account. So me and my O/H decided that we would use that money and just go for it. The money that we would have used will put myself through my skills assessment, and then apply and pay for the skilled visa. The plan is to head out there, where I have to pass more exams to get my Unrestricted electrical License. We're both young, and don't have any kids, and I plan to rent my house in England until I become comfortable and settle in Oz. The whole plan is easier said than done I realise, but I think it's worth a shot. Spoke to a few of my ex-colleagues working out there and they say nothing but good things.

Hi I'm Lewis, 25 from Newcastle Upon Tyne. After thinking about this for about the last 5 years I've finally decided to go for it and get the ball rolling to get going to Oz with my girlfriend. I'm currently an electrician and paid my first $600 to get my skills assessed. I know this is going to be one hell of a long process but fingers crossed it will be worth it. Thought I'd sign up with 'pomsinoz' as I'm sure I'll have a ton of questions as the months go by, including housing, shipping, pets, jobs etc! Its a very exciting prospect as well as a bit nerve racking, but I believe if I'm going to do it now is probably the best time. Looking forward to chatting to a few of you. Thanks in advance, Lewis.