Kung-Fu Koala

On 19/04/2020 at 09:42, Marisawright said:

The problem is that I don't think there is any removalist company which can keep control of your container throughout its journey, because none of them are truly global.  They have to hand off the container to sub-contractors, sometimes more than once. So you think you're dealing with JM but by the time it gets to Australia, you're dealing with Chess or Allied or whoever.

That's not the first time I've heard of people's stuff being transferred from one container to another.  I'd love to know what the explanation is - it would be great if you could contact them and demand an explanation and let us know.  It does make it more attractive to send two or even three Movecubes rather than a container (even though that would cost more) if your stuff is important to you.

Yeah your right, they should be honest and tell you it may get transferred,  we left loads of stuff in UK so we could squeeze into a 20ft and be safe from losing stuff with a shared container -but how wrong we were. 

They (JM) sent an e-mail before delivery saying the dog crate needed to be cleaned $200 or destroyed $100 so we instructed then to destroy it,  then after the container was delivered when some of our goods were found to be missing and I started digging with Allied they sent pictures, in the photos they sent were some of the missing items !! In the pictures you could also see goods from someone else's container ? I asked for the cctv of the container transfer as it should be a secure area when transferred,  they did not have it ! Apparently they could not find any footage.... 

15 hours ago, Aussiebird said:

When did you use them?  We found our quotation had a few errors and they won't negotiate price at all, so will be trying PSS at a later date.  Did you have a 20 or 40 container?

Xx

Hi, we used them end of last year, container arrived December. JM profess to be one of the best but I beg to differ. They told us the container they packed in the UK would be the container we unpacked in Oz and only the lock/seal would be changed IF customs checked it, what we received was a completely different container with stuff missing. 

We had a 20ft container.

On 08/03/2020 at 23:52, scubacam said:

 

My OH, 2 kids and I are emigrating imminently, just waiting for house to exchange and complete!!!

 

To begin with we will be a single income family as I will be settling the kids. My OH is a mechanical project manager so hopefully will find work. And I’m a special needs teacher when I return to work.

 

We will be initially renting a Airbnb in Sydney’s northern beaches as we have spent a lot of time there during our previous visits and really like the vibe, amenities, eateries, shops and accessibility to beaches and Sydney.

 

We are very much aware this is a costly place to live (especially on a single income) and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations of places that have a similar vibe, eateries, schools, amenities, BEACH with good job prospects and a more affordable cost of renting on one salary?

 

We visited Newcastle before, but unfortunately very briefly before we had to fly back to the UK. So only got to see a glimpse. But have heard a number of people talk about it.

 

Any help much appreciated.

Hi there, Corona is slowing things up here but there's work, retail and resi no good at the mo, industrial and infrastructure are good areas, what sort of Mechanical does he do in UK (residential or commercial)  I'm a Mech PM from UK so may be able to give some advice ?  

Not a bad sunset from my decking

We used John Mason but don't think we would use them again ! We were given incorrect information from them and when some of our stuff disappeared this end (oz) they didn't help and left us to sort with Allied Pickfords who are a shower of S##T

On 30/12/2019 at 07:57, Jon the Hat said:

Bloody buyers couldn’t get the mortgage; hundreds wasted on solicitors fees

Hope you've sold now John,  or sale fell through again last month for the 3rd time, hopefully we sell soon too.

Weather had been pretty rubbish out here but at least the rain put the fires out

17 hours ago, Jon the Hat said:

We’ve accepted an offer on the house!! Agent rang up even though we were off the market and it’s all worked out!

Now to decide if we move quick or rent for a bit...

Great news Jon, I'd go for the quick move

So were here, well been here 3 week's and sorting car - medicare + all other things that you forget but all good, will have to start looking to get a job soon before I get lazy we used John Mason for shipping,  their guys were great and really helpful,  we had more than the estimator allowed for but all good and it fitted in the container they initially thought 2/3 of a 20ft container but we filled a whole one and had to leave some bits behind,  no major issue and we had some extra bits to take that were not allowed for but left some bits so it evened out in the end.  

Alcohol is quite dear here now and we left all ours back home as the duty would have made it pointless.  

Anyway happy to be here at last, all those still in the UK keep the faith and be reassured it's worth the wait

10 hours ago, Katiebobbles said:

10 hours ago, Kung-Fu Koala said:

Exciting times Katie your so close now, they've had some rough weather so far this winter and it's only just started even snow where they don't generally get it  
Where are you heading Perth ?? 
 

No brisbane .... its cold but no snow ... hoping the sun will re-appear before we get there!!!!! Super exciting ..... just cant believe its really here!!!

Lovely area, only a few weeks now I'm excited and were 12 weeks away so I can imagine how you feel. Process seems to take so long and then all of a sudden that's it time to go. 

So hard leaving all the family and friends but much easier now to communicate,  Skype - Duo - WhatsApp

17 minutes ago, Katiebobbles said:

Congrats on the sstc ... we r there too ..... crte on July 1st and fly 2 weeks later..... cant believe we are finally here .... seems like its been forever we have been waiting
@JonTheHat hope you get a bite soon .... is does seem to be moving a bit now .... could u switch agents maybe???

Exciting times Katie your so close now, they've had some rough weather so far this winter and it's only just started even snow where they don't generally get it  

Where are you heading Perth ?? 

10 hours ago, Jon the Hat said:

How are plans going team?  We are still trying to sell so no movement our end.  I blame Jeremy Corbyn.

Were sold subject to contracts so all go, my business in process of being sold too, tickets booked for 6th September and container coming 19th August so much going on it's hard to keep up.... hope you sell soon market seems to be picking up although there's still a lot of uncertainty out there  

Fingers crossed for you.

Has anyone been told about not taking lawnmowers ? 

I've got a fairly new petrol one self propelled so didn't want to leave it but guy from PSS said not worth taking, I said I would jet wash so it was like new but he said they may still charge $200 to clean it the other end? 

On 10/04/2019 at 22:26, TanC7 said:

 

8 hours ago, TanC7 said:

Unfortunately no alcohol unless you obtain a permit and pay tax. Really not worth it.

I feel your pain!! We had to part with a large collection too.

our container arrives tomorrow to be packed, I think I’m still in shock as I can’t quite believe the time has eventually come..... then off to Perth next week......

We're not going until September so better get drinking  

Hope all goes well for you with the move and you settle quickly

Anyone know the deal on Alcohol, we have a stock that would make unwins proud but the chap from John Mason said today that you get hit with duty  

If we can't take it there's going to be one hell of a party soon

1 minute ago, Ben34uk said:

Don’t think people are stressed as much as me lol. 4weeks after applying refused and then 12 to 18months for appeal then re look at application hopefully lol

Ours did take a year but yes very true yours is particularly painfull mate, hope the appeal goes your way.

7 hours ago, Jon the Hat said:

Good news Ben, I wish you luck.

Good luck Ben, we all know the stress mate

On 26/03/2019 at 02:28, CEP said:

Woo hooooooooo congratulations @Kung-Fu Koala!!!! I’m made up for you! 

Bet you are beaming!

I'm so happy such a great feeling, just cant wait to go now.  

Tks

On 27/03/2019 at 11:56, Belfastchild said:

Super thanks for your help. My visa status hasn’t changed on my immi account do you I just load the documents up under additional info or under their category? 

Thanks again. 

Ausgirl spot on, immi love a statement we uploaded quite a few, they don't unfortunately seem to be able to digest the information you upload and then ask questions which can be tiresome.

We were told they also have a lot of new staff that are finding their feet and don't want to make any mistakes or take any chances

On 26/03/2019 at 10:10, Jon the Hat said:

Great news Kung Fu!  I can move on from this thread now!!  

Looking for shipping now so on to a new thread - Thanks Jon it's been a long process but worth it. 

I can join this thread now

On 26/03/2019 at 10:10, Jon the Hat said:

Great news Kung Fu!  I can move on from this thread now!!  

@Jon the Hat I didn't think the day would come, planning to move in Sep now  

Lots to sort

3 hours ago, CEP said:

Woo hooooooooo congratulations @Kung-Fu Koala!!!! I’m made up for you! 

Bet you are beaming!

Thanks @CEP I still can't believe that your green highlighter is coming out for us, feels like an age but we can start planning now at last, Sunshine here we come

1 hour ago, Cuddles200 said:

Congratulations so pleased for you @Kung-Fu Koala especially having waited such a long time

OMG it feels like we have waited years, such a tough process and so stressful is like you can't believe it when it actually happens  

We must be gone by the 2nd November but I'm ready now  

WoW just had a phone call from our Agent and Visa Granted ..... I can't believe it after such a long slog it's an amazing feeling  @CEP tick us off