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  1. cg9456
    My partner isn’t Lithuanian - did I maybe make a typo somewhere? I can apply for international schools but the positions are extremely extremely competitive.
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    Hey all, So my partner and I (both in late 20s) recently got 190 visas for Victoria. My job is a secondary school teacher, partner an accountant. Since the visa was approved, I have become so unsure as to whether I want to go or stay. We have a dog, so the idea of going for a year and then coming back if we don't like it becomes a bit more complicated as I don't want to put our pet through the ordeal of flying back and forth. We recently did a roadtrip around Europe and I realised that (1) I do want to leave the UK, but (2) I only applied for Australia due to Brexit and the limited options we face moving abroad now. I have contemplated applying for International schools in Europe, but those positions are extremely competitive (I have tried previously). This is a shame as I really love Europe - the cultures, the cities, the proximity to family and friends... My partner and I have planned to do a "soft landing" to Australia so we don't lose our visas, but I guess I am looking for some reality-check feedback on what Australia is like for those who were hesitant to go? I know many would kill for our position and we are so lucky to have these visas, but I can't help but feel that I truly want to relocate to somewhere else in Europe. Then again, Australia is English-speaking and would maybe make more long-term sense...? Feeling lost, unsure, frustrated and scared.
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    How long does winter last, roughly? My partner and I really want to have a big city experience (we have both lived in big cities before and want to experience that again). I think maybe the only other option we would consider would be Brisbane, or the Gold Coast (which I know isn't a big city, but it appears to have a high number of visitors to keep it exciting?). As you can see, nothing set in stone yet!
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    Hi all, So my partner and I (both in our late-20s/early30s) are moving over next year after securing permanent visas. We initially decided to go to Melbourne, but after reading pages of complaints about the weather, we are reconsidering it (climate was one factor influencing the move, as we both enjoy warmer climates and this was what I was expecting from Melbourne, at least for half of the year...). We currently live in Southampton, but are both originally from the north of Scotland. How will we find the Melbourne weather in comparison? I keep reading how it is "cold and grey" for "half the year", and honestly don't think I want to experience any more of that! But when I look at the weather forecast (for what is technically the start of their Spring), the weather looks more like June weather for the UK (a bit up and down but mild). Is this just a complaint from Australians who find Melbourne cold in comparison to other Australian cities, or is it a legitimate complaint? We are considering to go to Sydney instead so any insight would be hugely beneficial from fellow expats! Thanks.
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    Yea. Granted October 3rd :)
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    No invite yet, still waiting! Did receive a letter about three weeks ago stating it was being reviewed by an officer though, so fingers crossed!
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    Hey, during the Teach First PGCE my uni professor and in-school mentor both observed often so I just asked Canterbury Uni to provide a letter to that fact and they did
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    Hey! We entered employment details for him, so it was obvious in the application that he was working in finance/towards becoming an accountant.
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    Any progress yet? I finally lodged my application and passed medicals mid-June for the 190 and still waiting for an outcome
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    Hey! Sorry for delay. I'm doing it all myself. Only issue I'm having is getting a Spanish criminal background check from my Erasmus days...! The Spanish consulate is simply ignoring all of my emails/calls and I don't know what to do. You?
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    I've got no clue! My partner is a soon-to-be accountant so I just put Home Duties for them. Maybe quickly pay for a Skills Assessment just in case? In any case they have access to your EOI.
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    Hey congratulations! And ditto. I also received an invitation to apply for the 190 so sent off my declaration too. Good luck!
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    Any progress? I submitted my EOI and ROI on Friday (secondary school teacher).
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    Hi all, I submitted my EOI and ROI for the 190 to Victoria on Friday. My occupation is "Secondary School Teacher" and I just wanted to get an idea on other's timelines for the process as well as sharing some of my own timeline too! Skills Assessment: Applied 21/03/23. Approved 20/04/23. PTE: sat and gained results 27/04/23. EOI (189 and 190) and ROI (Victoria) Submitted: Friday 28th April. Good luck everyone!
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    I just got my AITSL skills assessment approved so I guess you were right.
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