Catherine

For the $100 more I would let them do it as it will take a lot of stress away from you. Just make sure insurance is in place as well.

Thanks a lot, comments saved me a wasted trip as no point in coming in January with the schools closed - not on Australian calendar time yet. Looks like its going to be February then. Back to the drawing board.

Never thought of that - will do thanks

At the moment this is just being pencilled in and not confirmed yet. The plan is I will come to Brisbane in January for a week (or 2) to browse the different areas, get a feel for the city, maybe even check out what senior schools are like. My husband and daughter will remain in UK while I make the decisions for them. I will be looking for a rental for around 6 months until we buy somewhere in the suburbs of Brisbane. Rather than just stay in a hotel I would prefer to board with a real family - non smoking due to my health reasons in January 2019. Would anyone be willing to put one adult up for a week or 2 in their home? I am quiet and tidy and like to sleep around 9pm. Main requirements are a good mattress on the bed and an internet connection. Thanks