Mushahid Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Hi All Day 6 in Perth Still relaxing at this resort in Swan Valley with lovely golf courses all around . Lots of vineyards as this is the wine tasting capital . Been to the central business district and other places around Perth . Took my wife to Midlands Cinemas and watched movie -THE HOST . Nice to be inside and in the cool AC , as weather was Very warm and around 35 Deg C with Sun beating down mercilessly. After movie ate Pizza at Dominos = $ 11 . All eateries close at 9:30 pm. Still driving around in my Elantra from BUDGET Rent a Car . Tomorrow I return the car and start to try out the Public Transport . Unleaded Petrol is $ 1.47 . Found this to be expensive , friends in NZ say , Petrol costs $ 2.15 in Auckland. Found a New house near Curtin University , Belmont ( Karawara) . Lovely area and nice malls nearby . UPDATES: Got my Bank Card and Account Opened at ANB - 239 Murray Street, Perth CBD . Medicare and TFN Accounts to be opened soon . Australian Driving License - Require 5 ID Proofs. a. Passport , b. Credit Card/ ATM Card , c. Utility Bills , d. House Agreement , e. UK DL Currently I can drive for about 3 months on my UK Driving License . Total Costs Incurred ( Budget Mode - Economy ) 1. Rent for a Month : $ 750 / - 2. Rent A Car: $ 500 /- 3. Food: $ 200 + increasing ( Doner Kebab is $ 10!!-UK Costs about 5 Pounds Max in Paddington)( Indian Restaurants - meals start from $ 20) 4. Petrol costs so far : $ 100 ( We have to return the Rent a Car with Petrol Tank Full ) 5. Medicines : $ 40 ( Hayfever ,Itch and Rash Creams , Panadols Etc ) - Weather , Insects and Pollen create problems for sensitive skin TOTAL : $ 1590/- in 6 Days Addresses I Needed for Navigation: 1. DIAC : 386 Wellington Street, West Perth 2. ANB Bank: 239 Murray Street, Perth CBD Cheers MS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candygirl Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 I am loving reading these updates. Thanks v. much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest26012 Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 LLovely update! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fari447 Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Lovely and informative update... keep it up mate... I am planning to move to Perth in June this year. For this move I need your support and as u r in Perth, u can give these answers: 1) In which area of Perth most Asians (indians or pakistanis) live? 2) Will I be able to secure a home for my family within a month time of arrival (on rent for one year)? 3) Initially I will be traveling alone and planning to bring my family after one month and during that time I have to secure the home, manage the bank account, Phone etc etc. one month is enough for that?? 4) When i am alone will I be able to get some budget accomodation for around one month and where? recommend any place 5) Which areas are more safe to rasie a family with 2 kids? How is kewdale area? Just anwer what ever you know as it will help Anybody who is already in Perth now can help and I will appreciate that... Regards Fari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiM Posted April 6, 2013 Share Posted April 6, 2013 Mushahid are you sure that $750 is for the whole month? I saw the Oasis website and the prices are around 300 per night? Thanks for the update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mushahid Posted April 7, 2013 Author Share Posted April 7, 2013 All the best for your move . Regarding the questions , I am still finding out, but as best as I can Answer , here goes : 1) In which area of Perth most Asians (indians or pakistanis) live? Bentley , Karawara, Northbridge ,and areas near the Universities, you will be able to find students from Asia and all over . Bustling and safe areas are the ones near Universities. 2) Will I be able to secure a home for my family within a month time of arrival (on rent for one year)? Housing Real Estate is by Viewing and appointments . Lots of people come to view and you have to be lucky to get a house . Some times references and contacts help. 3) Initially I will be traveling alone and planning to bring my family after one month and during that time I have to secure the home, manage the bank account, Phone etc etc. one month is enough for that?? Yes. I guess 1 month should be enough to get all basic things done . Housing - Cannot be sure. Could be less than a week or more than a month , depends on where you look . 4) When i am alone will I be able to get some budget accomodation for around one month and where? recommend any place Book before you land in Perth . Search Gumtree or Stayz.com. Maybe you will find good deals for a week or two weeks - short term . 5) Which areas are more safe to rasie a family with 2 kids? How is kewdale area? Bentley ,kararwara , Bayswater , Joondalup, Fremantle , Subiaco - Areas near Universities are safe and have lot of students wandering all the time . Prettty active places. Just anwer what ever you know as it will help Anybody who is already in Perth now can help and I will appreciate that... Regards Fari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mushahid Posted April 7, 2013 Author Share Posted April 7, 2013 Mushahid are you sure that $750 is for the whole month? I saw the Oasis website and the prices are around 300 per night? Thanks for the update! I found a good deal , originally it was 600 per week , I got it discounted ...Lucky me!!! I found gumtree and stayz.com helpful. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ptp113 Posted April 9, 2013 Share Posted April 9, 2013 I found a good deal , originally it was 600 per week , I got it discounted ...Lucky me!!! I found gumtree and stayz.com helpful. Cheers Sorry to dissapoint you, but 35C isn't hot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fari447 Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 All the best for your move .Regarding the questions , I am still finding out, but as best as I can Answer , here goes : 1) In which area of Perth most Asians (indians or pakistanis) live? Bentley , Karawara, Northbridge ,and areas near the Universities, you will be able to find students from Asia and all over . Bustling and safe areas are the ones near Universities. 2) Will I be able to secure a home for my family within a month time of arrival (on rent for one year)? Housing Real Estate is by Viewing and appointments . Lots of people come to view and you have to be lucky to get a house . Some times references and contacts help. 3) Initially I will be traveling alone and planning to bring my family after one month and during that time I have to secure the home, manage the bank account, Phone etc etc. one month is enough for that?? Yes. I guess 1 month should be enough to get all basic things done . Housing - Cannot be sure. Could be less than a week or more than a month , depends on where you look . 4) When i am alone will I be able to get some budget accomodation for around one month and where? recommend any place Book before you land in Perth . Search Gumtree or Stayz.com. Maybe you will find good deals for a week or two weeks - short term . 5) Which areas are more safe to rasie a family with 2 kids? How is kewdale area? Bentley ,kararwara , Bayswater , Joondalup, Fremantle , Subiaco - Areas near Universities are safe and have lot of students wandering all the time . Prettty active places. Just anwer what ever you know as it will help Anybody who is already in Perth now can help and I will appreciate that... Regards Fari Dear Mushahid, Thank you very much for your answer. It will help me a lot. You are a star. Wish you good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspect Device Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Sorry to dissapoint you, but 35C isn't hot. It is for bloody April! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyman Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 It is for bloody April! Stiff Little Fingers Suspect Device? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspect Device Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Stiff Little Fingers Suspect Device? Certainly is! Will get an appropriate avatar up soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspect Device Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 @ fari447, you need to act quickly to secure a rental, be prepared to pay more than the asking price to secure a place. Perth has one of the lowest vacancy rates in Oz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyman Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Certainly is! Will get an appropriate avatar up soon. was going to go an see Buzzcocks tomorrow in Perth but ive broke my toe so probs best if i stay away , are you going pal ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspect Device Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 was going to go an see Buzzcocks tomorrow in Perth but ive broke my toe so probs best if i stay away , are you going pal ? Didn't know they were coming to Perth ! Thought were just doing the east coast thing. I saw them last time they were here, bloody brilliant. I'm going to look for tix now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspect Device Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Just checked, they are playing next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyman Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Just checked, they are playing next week. your right , maybe on the mend by then ,may just see you there pal! I read they sold out last time pretty quick last time here ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 your right , maybe on the mend by then ,may just see you there pal! I read they sold out last time pretty quick last time here ? I'm going to check out ticket availbility as well. Was going to book ages ago..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyman Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 I'm going to check out ticket availbility as well. Was going to book ages ago..... just phoned the Rosemount Hotel and they got plenty left http://www.rosemounthotel.com.au/events/201304/buzzcocks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspect Device Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Got me ticket! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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