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Hi BottleandaHalf, welcome. I will offer some positive light on it in case everyone disheartens you here. While it is inadvisable to plan on doing a course with hope of getting sponsorship in subsequent years, I feel if you're going to have a chance then social work is one such occupation.Hi folks. Thanks for the replies. Really appreciate it.
Social workers always seem to be in demand so hopefully by the time I apply they will still be on the skilled occupation shortage list.
Hopefully the overhaul you mention Raul won't be too drastic in the future as I can't see them relaxing the regulations but making them more stringent, thanks for the reply. Nice to get comment from a registered agent and really appreciate the input.
Verystormy, do you mean I should stultifying to add to my current degree or study in Oz? I'm thinking of either Msc in finance or social work but don't think the finance degree would get me in?
Time to have a wee gleak at ABG's blog now to see how his journey to get to Oz fared out. Cheers
I'd say do the course ONLY IF you enjoy it and if you were willing to do it irregardless of the move. It's highly likely the profession will stay on the shortage list in two years. Also if you were looking to get state sponsorship on a 489 (regional or family) you will get 10 points which could bump up your points total. Keep an eye on the immigration changes as it seems like they will probably tweak visa types by the time you apply. Oh and, like someone above mentioned your achilles heel could be lack of experience which is normally a prerequisite for sponsorship. Good luck and happy studying.
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I completely get what you are saying. I have decided to just sell my present car here with a bit of a heavy heart. It performs like new with only 46k miles on the clock and full dealership history. The worry is always that I'd part with this and end up with some lemon over in Oz and will start comparing. I understand about parts my uncle in Perth had to park his car for 6 weeks when his tyres wore off to illegal levels as they were being shipped from Korea. What I will probably do is buy a run around and use it while I sus out what the cars over there are about. Can $5k get me a decent motor to use for about 6 to 12 months?Unless your car is a collectors item and toy for use on Sundays it may not be worth doing. Personally imported cars could be harder to sell because of identification plate issues and the big issue is that, although the same model car may be on sale here, there can be differences that makes picking up spares not so easy and may require an overseas order. For example we recently hired a brilliant Hyundai i30 in the UK which was super economical, performed very well. Checking back here it is not available with the same engine. You only need a slightly different part number from the same manufacturer for it all to fall apart. You may find some popular European cars are relatively cheap here because if you think you are going to pull into a Peugeot dealer in Mount Isa to get a headlight replaced or worse still a water pump, you may be disappointed. Check out John Cadogan on YouTube for some insights or at least for a laugh. -
True. Especially in light of applying for a mortgage in future. ThanksDefo. Once you're earning Aussie $$$ it's makes expenses like these more bearable. You might still want to consider a new small car though, as the savings to be had are significant, whereas used cars do not often represent good value for money.
Also, you need to start thinking about how to get an active credit rating, IE some sort of finance etc...
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I hadn't thought about it that way. It seems if you are working there and buying there you are okay. The worst thing is bringing UK money over to spend on a car there. I guess I may just have to by a banger for a bit when I get in until I start earning Oz $. Sounds about right?I echo the comment that new cars can be cheaper. At the moment I think VW have got a sale, and you can probably get a new Polo for $15k.
Or a Hyundai i30 for $20k.
Also remember that your salary is likely going to be higher, making the above prices technically cheaper than the UK.
I've just bought a new Yamaha for $12.6k, which is the same as the UK market, however, my salary is 1.7 times that is the UK, making the real cost of the bike about $7.5k
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Hi there, Just wanted to say whatever you do make sure you try to be as accurate as possible because if you can't evidence what you've put on a EOI you automatically get rejected and application fee isn't returned to you. You mention you are 33 with 17 years experience, that means you have been working as a nurse since you were 16! Is this correct?Hi Lothar, Im not entirely sure if it is a pro rata application, I will have to look into this. I got a 7 average on my Ielts after my 2nd attempt so that might not be a route I can go down. Hopefully my partners 5 points will help, she is also a nurse which may make a difference. We would like to move to Queensland and my trade is on the QSOL. Perhaps a 190 visa might be better then, could we apply for a 190 along with the 189? As this including the spouse 5 points would take us to 70 which might make us more desirable. I'm 33 now and have 17 years experience so waiting would not change my status if I'm correct. Thanks for your help. Kriss. -
I am looking into a Asian luxury car like the Lexus I have back here and nothing for $15k. I however am leaning to jut sell it here and see what I can get over there.
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Thanks. Will browse through and see. Thing is if I sell my car here I won't get very much for it probably GBP6k but can get similar car over in Oz for AUS20k. That's a whopping GBP5.5k difference. I am sure shipping will be cheaper no? Also, I read an article saying imported cars are hard and often expensive to insure so this must mean they are also hard to sell right? In your opinion, is it even worth it bringing it over?New cars, especially Japanese cars are often cheaper in Australia. It is true that second hand cars often hold their value for longer, and are often more expensive, but new can be cheaper. Have a look at a few online dealerships and see what an equivalent spec would be. It may be easier in the long run, as getting parts should be easier on an Australian bought car. Plus factor in the import costs. -
Well that's an idea but struggling to see if there's even a point bringing a car that has a sat nav that won't work if I can buy one that has and works there for similar price when I include shipping.Google maps on your phone mate. Download the maps at home on WiFi, thus no data to use whilst navigating. -
I don't mean to be up myself or anything but why would you just sit back and watch Xmas ads? Is this supposed to be an enjoyable pass time? Maybe I am too old (early 30s) to get it. I mean I don't particularly like any form of ads but why the big deal of Xmas ones. I was laughing when I read 'UK Xmas ads are the dogs bollocks...' Am I missing something?
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Hi R&N. Just thought to give you a helpful pointer. If you are on Facebook there is a group on there called 'UK Social Workers Wanting Oz' that you will get pretty much every single one of your questions asked. A really good bunch of people there who are super helpful and quite a lot of them were offered Victoria sponsorship (457) so they will be in a good position to assist. Make sure you state that you are from the UK (assuming that you are) as the group is only open to UK social workers. All the best with everything.Hi there. I've recently been offered a social worker role within Victoria, working in Southern Melbourne. I wondered if anyone else had recently taken up one of these sponsored Visa roles and could offer any feedback, tips etc good and bad. Many thanks and look forward to hearing from you [emoji4]-
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Checked the car. It does have all European countries there and nowt else[emoji26]Just out of interest, do your maps already include Europe? At the very least I would have thought they would include these, or be easily upgradable for Europe. Are you sure they don't already include Australia? Have you tried to plot a journey there? -
Ouch. That's quite steep! It's almost like buying another sat nav.It all depends on your sat nav model, but it will probably involve purchasing a map and may be a little pricy. https://www.lexus-mapupdates.eu/Shop/Index
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I have just bought this car and haven't collected it yet. Will have a thorough look at it at the weekend. I am under the impression that European models would not include Australia maps on them.Just out of interest, do your maps already include Europe? At the very least I would have thought they would include these, or be easily upgradable for Europe. Are you sure they don't already include Australia? Have you tried to plot a journey there? -
Sounds like a fuff. Thanks though. Will see if someone has been in the situation.If it has a built in memory, you may need to talk to your manufacturers. -
Not sure. I will check ta. I think it does not have it though.Does it take an SD memory card?
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Hi everyone. Hope you are all doing well. Quick question, does anyone know (preferably first hand) whether a UK sat nav can be converted to work in Oz? This is an inbuilt one in a Lexus IS model UK. Thanks heaps.
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State nomination invitation in exactly 14 days/social work.
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I'd probably say NSW myself if you are wanting to get the 190 visa. I have heard from members here that NT doesn't offer 190 when you apply and offer you a 489 instead. Plus the other requirements for nomination for NT was proof that you can get a job which is hella difficult to do as MT jobs are non-existent. They will almost certainly offer you the 489 which is not too bad. I am also a MLS but couldn't be bothered to sit the AIMS exam. Just applied for a 190 SA visa through my wife.
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Thanks IC for the informative advice.
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G'd day Iron Chef. You may be seeing me in a suburb near you soon[emoji23]
Please can you give us your advice on the following car:
- year of manufacture: 2010
- make, model & variant: Jaguar XF Luxury
- body type (coupe, convertible, etc): Sedan
- engine size & fuel type: 3.0/Diesel
- transmission: Auto
- drive type (4WD, front wheel drive, etc): Rear Wheeler
- mileage: 84,000 miles
- any special features, options or modification: N/A
- does it have aircon: Yes
- realistic current UK market value: £8,500-9,000
- Australian RedBook value [uSED]: AUS$20,400 - $23,000
- Australian market value: AUS$24,000
- which Australian state/city: SA/Adelaide
Cheers
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On 08/11/2017 at 09:22, SUPERSTARDJ01 said:
I believe Victoria is the only state that doesn't ask for financial proof.
This is incorrect information. I have just been nominated by SA for a 190 this morning and no proof of funds was requested.
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You have to ask yourself why? why am I moving from a first world country to another first world country? why do you think Oz is better than the UK, it cant be because of the weather because that would be plain silly to be honest...there must be something that is driving you...if you can come up with some good ones then try it.
Errrrm this is very judgemental and lacks incite! Being in a hot climate IS A VALID AND MAJOR reason to want to move to another country. All things being equal in two 'first world' countries then of course climate can play a major role in the decision. It's these kind of statements that have raised some fireworks on this forum. Just because it may be a minor factor in your life doesn't mean it has to be for everyone. I say to OP just have a look at the pros and cons like already said and if HOT WEATHER IS part of your main reasons then yeah you have a good enough reason to try it out. It's good to hear both sides of the coin but some people here are hell bent on trying to point the bleakest picture of Oz. If it's another first world then it will be hard to settle but it's no Basra. Phew!
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Out of respect maybe you should ask the mods to remove this and start another thread.?
Let them speak. Good to hear something that is NOT right wing being said on your many posts.
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I used a radius tool when we are looking - something like this will give you an idea of suburbs - this should give you 10k from the centre of preston
http://obeattie.github.io/gmaps-radius/?lat=-37.731111&lng=145.021012&z=12&u=km&r=10
then just plug those suburbs into realestate.com.au and you're good to go.
Thanks for this. Trying to navigate with it on smartphone it's a little cranky. Will use desktop.
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