Jad Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Hi guys, Just wanted a heads up on what Perth was like for singletons? By the sounds of things its not that brilliant Any advice would be greatly apprecited Jad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifi69 Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Dont know how old you are but there is a large backpacking scene in Perth and anyone on their own would soon have a great social life, plenty of older backpackers here too. If its a drinking/nightclub scene your after then Northbridge is buzzing plenty. Again apart from student night (Wednesday) all ages are to be found down there. If your an older professional type person then its just like anywhere else. Make friends through work, big dining out culture here, if you have a hobby or particular interest plenty of different clubs about. I know there is a few members that have come out on their own and hopefully they will be along to give you heads up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jad Posted January 17, 2013 Author Share Posted January 17, 2013 Thanks Fifi, really appreciate your comments. I'm a 39 year old professional. I've been before for a visit and loved it for its serenity in comparison to the east coast but I'm really worried its going to be too quiet for me. Holidaying and living are completely different things. I do have a friend there in Fremantle and even he said that its very much more for families. It's been playing on my mind as I've just come out of a relationship and I need it to be relatively busty too keep my mind off things... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Thanks Fifi, really appreciate your comments. I'm a 39 year old professional. I've been before for a visit and loved it for its serenity in comparison to the east coast but I'm really worried its going to be too quiet for me. Holidaying and living are completely different things. I do have a friend there in Fremantle and even he said that its very much more for families. It's been playing on my mind as I've just come out of a relationship and I need it to be relatively busty too keep my mind off things... My view is biased as we are leaving Perth this year and if I could nail it down to just one reason I'd say boredom. My social life is pretty much meet up with other families in King's Park, go to people's houses for meals or BBQ's and maybe a swim in the pool, go to the beach. Now I'm married with a son and 40 something so maybe that explains it but my life in the UK certainly wasn't like that! People seem to take their partners and kids wherever they go which may make it hard for you to socialize with people you meet unless they are single too. I might have thought it was just me but we had a 40 year old student from Chile living with us for a year and despite making friends on his course and other Chileans he found Perth dull as dishwater. I have a friend who isn't single but has no children and the 'famliness' of Perth drives her nuts, she's off to try Melbourne! A lot will depend on you of course and if you are likely to meet people in a similar position to yourself through your work and interests or if you are happy with solitude and your own company. If you have a friend in Freo that's not a bad place to head, it's my nearest CBD and I do love it - at least it's different from the endless suburbia that dominates Perth. If you are footloose and fancy free give it a try without burning bridges elsewhere if you can. There is some stuff of interest here, it's just after four years I'm over it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise69 Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Each and everyone of us will think differently but here is my experience of life in Perth. I have to agree that for my family and I, Perth is, as the previous post wrote, 'as dull as dishwater' We are in our tenth year and i truly don't want to make it to eleven years. I am currently packing boxes in readiness to return back to England and it cannot come quick enough. When our children were younger it was fine - meet up in the park or at the beach or at someones house for a BBQ. But as they have become older and more independant we all need more stimulation than this. One plays football, the other is starting dance lessons again. There are only so many times you can visit the zoo, movies, bowling etc. Perth is very young family orientated. Because of the geographical isolation we are very limited and Perth people aren't forward thinking to keep up with the rest of the world. They are happy to just keep plodding along at their own pace and are reluctant to make changes. Adventure World for example is like a throw back to the 70's. I don't wish to offend anyone with this as this is purely our honest opinion on what we've witnessed. If I was single, I would definately not live in Perth. Admittedly, it is a beautiful city but thats about it. It frustrates me no end that when we go to a social event, people get up to leave at about 9pm. To me this is when a party is just warming up. Life here is go to bed early, get up early! We have visited numerous restaurants and just after 9pm the coffee machine has been turned off because there is barely anyone left. You could go to Burswood casino which is open 24 hours but gambling is not our scene. There is Northbridge which has a buzz but after a certain time we leave because of its reputation for trouble makers. Melbourne has alot more to offer. It is a far more vibrant and multicultural city and is more accessible for travelling. Please think long and hard before settling here. Explore all options - I just we had before putting down roots. All the best with your decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PomPrincesses Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 My little brother aged 26 is coming out for a visit soon and I think we will be lucky if we keep him here for a month before he buggers off to Sydney. That said isn't there 3 women for every man in Perth ? I work with some ugly buggers who seem to be doing well in that department which can only be attributed to desperation on the womens part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jad Posted January 19, 2013 Author Share Posted January 19, 2013 Thanks everyone for all your input. I really do appreciate it. I'm flying to Perth on Thursday and it was a toss up between there and Sydney. By the sounds of things I'm not sure I'll be staying in Perth for Long! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Dull is a fair assessment.Very little of interest in Perth for singles of any age unless you are an exceptionly self contained person. A good many young folk relocate to Melbourne along with older folk in certain cases. I doubt you'll be in Perth long if a social life is important. Anyhow you may get lucky.....so good luck... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Each and everyone of us will think differently but here is my experience of life in Perth. I have to agree that for my family and I, Perth is, as the previous post wrote, 'as dull as dishwater' We are in our tenth year and i truly don't want to make it to eleven years. I am currently packing boxes in readiness to return back to England and it cannot come quick enough. When our children were younger it was fine - meet up in the park or at the beach or at someones house for a BBQ. But as they have become older and more independant we all need more stimulation than this. One plays football, the other is starting dance lessons again. There are only so many times you can visit the zoo, movies, bowling etc. Perth is very young family orientated. Because of the geographical isolation we are very limited and Perth people aren't forward thinking to keep up with the rest of the world. They are happy to just keep plodding along at their own pace and are reluctant to make changes. Adventure World for example is like a throw back to the 70's. I don't wish to offend anyone with this as this is purely our honest opinion on what we've witnessed. If I was single, I would definately not live in Perth. Admittedly, it is a beautiful city but thats about it. It frustrates me no end that when we go to a social event, people get up to leave at about 9pm. To me this is when a party is just warming up. Life here is go to bed early, get up early! We have visited numerous restaurants and just after 9pm the coffee machine has been turned off because there is barely anyone left. You could go to Burswood casino which is open 24 hours but gambling is not our scene. There is Northbridge which has a buzz but after a certain time we leave because of its reputation for trouble makers. Melbourne has alot more to offer. It is a far more vibrant and multicultural city and is more accessible for travelling. Please think long and hard before settling here. Explore all options - I just we had before putting down roots. All the best with your decision. A very vivid account of Perth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PomPrincesses Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Lol I've just had a text from my 20 year old nanny that they are heading to Melbourne. Nothing like a bit of notice but I can understand completely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Lol I've just had a text from my 20 year old nanny that they are heading to Melbourne. Nothing like a bit of notice but I can understand completely. Did they say it was the Perth social life why they were leaving? To be honest, I've when i've done a termination of employment interview the reasons i've known have been a problem have never been cited as why they're leaving. We've been out for my birthday tonight with my very first friend in Perth and her UK visitors who are a young couple - early 20's, they've visited over East and seem to love the West Coast .. I guess like a lot of things it's each to their own - they've loved it here (came in November). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PomPrincesses Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 It's not really a relationship where you'd do a termination interview more of a " we're off to Melbourne" text goodbye i think the boyfriend has struggled for work actually Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I've crossed a number of young folk who left for social reasons but possibly more for better job prospects or a combo. I don't know any who have returned although not in contact with all,or their parents. As the posters suggested the time for other folk to question being here is after kids get to a certain age. Doesn't apply to all obviously but that doesn't make it an invalid call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 It's not really a relationship where you'd do a termination interview more of a " we're off to Melbourne" text goodbye i think the boyfriend has struggled for work actually so not really to do with the singleton life style? To be honest, I don't see the point of termination interviews because people aren't always honest in their reasons for leaving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 It's not really a relationship where you'd do a termination interview more of a " we're off to Melbourne" text goodbye i think the boyfriend has struggled for work actually If she was a backpacker...well that's what backpacker's do ...move on.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PomPrincesses Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I've always been very honest in my reasons for leaving anywhere, no reason not to. Indeed backpackers moving on is the very nature of the beast. And this nonsense about having to work on a farm these days, what's that about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I've always been very honest in my reasons for leaving anywhere, no reason not to.Indeed backpackers moving on is the very nature of the beast. And this nonsense about having to work on a farm these days, what's that about. Me too, but having worked with people as colleagues and then been there manager, I know that the temination interview and reasons given, haven't touched on the issues they've talked about with me pre-management Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PomPrincesses Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Me too, but having worked with people as colleagues and then been there manager, I know that the temination interview and reasons given, haven't touched on the issues they've talked about with me pre-management You must be honoured they would confide in you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossmoyne Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Lol I've just had a text from my 20 year old nanny that they are heading to Melbourne. Nothing like a bit of notice but I can understand completely. Perhaps you need to consider employing a locally trained Australian Nanny if you want continuity. Foreign Au Pairs will always wander off if they get a better offer.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PomPrincesses Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I might just follow her instead .... Locals I interviewed weren't up to much tbh I don't think nanny's are widely used in Australia certainly not the impression I got, all the agencies have Europeans or Asians on their books not locals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeegieDave Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Plenty of places to go for the young singleton! I don't disagree with people saying Perth is a bit on the quiet / family orientated side but for a young single person it's certainly not a lost hope! I know of quite a few nice bars in Perth that seem to attract groups of single guys and gals. It all depends on what you are looking for! I certainly don't foresee any issues with single people meeting other single people here. Its all about going out with a positive attitude and socialising with like minded people and whats meant to be is meant to be! :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Plenty of people grow up in Perth, meet partners & get married in Perth, get divorced and meet new partners at whatewver stage of life. People are birn and die in Perth and are perfectly happy here. A lot of single men are away at the mines in WA so I suspect a single man based in Perth can do well for himself I suppose the question is the OP has a choice to move to Perth or not so is it his best option and IMHO no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 I've always been very honest in my reasons for leaving anywhere, no reason not to.Indeed backpackers moving on is the very nature of the beast. And this nonsense about having to work on a farm these days, what's that about. This nonsense about having to work on farms as you put it,is a requirement that the Federal Govt put into place that backpackers who at the end of their first year on the WHV can extend a further year after completing a period on a farm usually picking fruit or veges. From memory I think three months was required. This was put into place to ease the labour shortage on the farms who are it appears unable to attract local labour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergal007 Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Im my experiencing Perth is boring as hell , I lived there for 3 months that was enough, a lovely place but more geared towards families come to Melbourne or try Sydney way more fun over here both cities have a lot more going on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 I might just follow her instead .... Locals I interviewed weren't up to much tbh I don't think nanny's are widely used in Australia certainly not the impression I got, all the agencies have Europeans or Asians on their books not locals. I would prefer foreign born myself on refection,not that I'd ever need one but would far prefer international exposure to any child I had.By that I mean I would have the nanny speak her language at times to the child to hopefully instill a love of language....and to go on to be multi or tri lingual......along with having a little worldiness..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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