Hi Tara,
I am in a very similar situation, but my mother has terminal cancer, which means she also cant fly to visit us in Australia. I have to accept that no one will visit us, once we move.
By making this move we have to understand that we will be breaking hearts, by taking the grandchildren away. Be kind and let them mourn and listen to the emotional blackmail. But don't let it get you down, it's your life!
HOWEVER! I have already lived in Australia previously for 6 years before i had kids, with my husband. It is an amazing place for family's. the life style is great, healthy and the employers value work life balance. I am making this hard decision based on previous knowledge and experience. I know it will be worth the heart ache, as my family will have a great life in Australia.
If you don't like it you don't have to stay in Australia.
