Guest Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Enjoy the weekend! My visa grant had me feeling on top of the world for days. It's a great feeling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jac2011 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Congratulations, lovely to see a positive ending! Where there is a will there is a way I believe. I am sure each day you are in Australia you will remember how hard you worked and be more thankful for each minute. I too have had to retrain, my previous career was possible but I wasn't happy in it... Im another 18 months off but hopefully joining you soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nic1171 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Fabulosie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul1Perth Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Excellent Adonna. I thought that was going to be a bad ending story.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NowPerth Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Wow. Fantastic story of focus, drive and determination. And what a fantastic example you have set. Congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3FatCats Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Wow! I've had a crappola week and this has made my day! Well done, when are you coming over? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest 47403 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Absolutely friggin made up for you Gill, well done you :cool: I hope you and the mini one have a fabulous life down there :wubclub: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Les Patterson Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Good onya, after observing your posts over a number of years I reckon you will be an asset to this Country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cki2011 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Thats great news after a long slog.... Well done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samdom1 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Wow thats a great post...well done! I cant stop smiling for you both :jiggy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the bottler Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Brilliant news ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somgirl Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Congrats! All your hard work and determination has paid off! Best wishes for your future in Oz! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 I first travelled to Australia back in 1996 and I've had a love affair with the place ever since, having been back for several holidays since. But, I had Mini Me when I was young and any thoughts of travelling or migrating were put on hold (a very long hold!). It's been over four years since I joined PIO, looking for help on student visas, as my original plan was to go to Australia on a student visa. After looking at the financial costs (no matter how optimistic I was nor how rose coloured my glasses were) it proved to be impossible. So I resigned myself to another few years of studying in the UK, which without going into my life story, certainly hasn't been the easiest four years of my life. Anyway, I've just finished the four years and even if I get the results I'm hoping for, I would still require a minimum of 2/3 years relevant work experience to qualify for Oz if I followed the occupation my degrees are geared up to. Further to this, I have a Mini Me, who is not so Mini anymore and it was getting to the stage where any longer and she would not be able to be included in any future visa plans as eventually she would not have been dependent on me and would have to qualify in her own right. So, it's been a difficult few years and there didn't seem to be an end in sight ...... In the meantime it just so happened that previous work experience meant that there was a chance I could apply for a visa under a different occupation. I spoke to two different migration agents (one lady was very helpful though and went beyond what would normally be a quick email for an initial assessment) but, both thought without a relevant qualification I would not be able to pass the skills assessment...... . . Anyway I did! :yes: I also passed the IELTS at first attempt with all 8s or above (right in the middle of exam period at Uni :arghh:). Then I got WA SS :yes: Then I applied for the 190 visa..... And at 2.00am this morning myself and Mini Me were granted permanent residency for Australia :jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy: 08/04 Docs to Vetassess. 15/04 Docs arrive at Vetassess. 23/04 Vetassess Docs acknow. 25/05 Sat IELTS. 07/06 IELTS results L8,R9,W9,S8.5. 05/08 Vetassess - Positive. 6/08 Submit EOI. 07/08 WA looking at EOI. 08/08 ITA WA SS. 10/08 completed WA SS. 12/08 WA SS successful. 14/08 WA SS confirmed. 14/08 ITA for 190 visa. 15/08 Visa applied for. CO: 30/09. Meds: 09/10. PCC: 11/10. Grant: 25/10. This is so awesome ... it literally has made me smile - so happy for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candygirl Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 :jiggy::jiggy:I know I have already said it on FB, but after all your hard work, you and Mini Me so deserve this. I am so happy for you. See you in Perth soon xxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest30085 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 :jiggy::jiggy:I know I have already said it on FB, but after all your hard work, you and Mini Me so deserve this. I am so happy for you. See you in Perth soon xxxx Start stocking up on the wine Hun, I plan to be drunk for months xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest30085 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Thank you everyone, today was going to be special anyway, but your kind words have made it even more so. My parents have just given me some notes with the words 'go and buy a big bottle' :laugh: . It's been a very long wait for today to happen :jiggy: Thanks again xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gareth 666 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Belated well done!! Only just hooked up to the hotel Wi-Fi and got round to a bit of reading. I was sorting our passports on Wednesday and dug out a copy of our visa grant letter 'just in case' and it brought back all the 'can't believe it's happened' feelings that I'm sure you're having now. Best of luck for your brand new future!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Keeneyboy Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 I blame my hormones right now but I actually cried when I read this! Such fantastic news, well done for ALL your achievements, I wish the very best for both you and Mini Me's future down under! You must be beaming with joy and pride today! Look forward to reading all your updates too! Mrs K xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest30085 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 I blame my hormones right now but I actually cried when I read this! Such fantastic news, well done for ALL your achievements, I wish the very best for both you and Mini Me's future down under! You must be beaming with joy and pride today! Look forward to reading all your updates too! Mrs K xxx I'm blaming the hormones also .... Im still welling up now and have been since 5am x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Keeneyboy Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Seriously, I have tears rolling down my face!!! This process is such a journey and all the uncertainty can be so hard to live with at times, I have a mantra I practice every night when I go to bed, I say "well that's another day done and another day closer to Oz" Will raise a glass to you tonight...off to fix my mascara! Mrs K xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maruska Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Congratulations :wubclub: and all the best for you and your daughter. Have fun :biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irishgirl1 Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Fantastic News, so happy for you both xxxxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eribow Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 Wow! You have proved that determination pays off. You are a shining example of true determination. Mini you will be very proud. Well done! I first travelled to Australia back in 1996 and I've had a love affair with the place ever since, having been back for several holidays since. But, I had Mini Me when I was young and any thoughts of travelling or migrating were put on hold (a very long hold!). It's been over four years since I joined PIO, looking for help on student visas, as my original plan was to go to Australia on a student visa. After looking at the financial costs (no matter how optimistic I was nor how rose coloured my glasses were) it proved to be impossible. So I resigned myself to another few years of studying in the UK, which without going into my life story, certainly hasn't been the easiest four years of my life. Anyway, I've just finished the four years and even if I get the results I'm hoping for, I would still require a minimum of 2/3 years relevant work experience to qualify for Oz if I followed the occupation my degrees are geared up to. Further to this, I have a Mini Me, who is not so Mini anymore and it was getting to the stage where any longer and she would not be able to be included in any future visa plans as eventually she would not have been dependent on me and would have to qualify in her own right. So, it's been a difficult few years and there didn't seem to be an end in sight ...... In the meantime it just so happened that previous work experience meant that there was a chance I could apply for a visa under a different occupation. I spoke to two different migration agents (one lady was very helpful though and went beyond what would normally be a quick email for an initial assessment) but, both thought without a relevant qualification I would not be able to pass the skills assessment...... . . Anyway I did! :yes: I also passed the IELTS at first attempt with all 8s or above (right in the middle of exam period at Uni :arghh:). Then I got WA SS :yes: Then I applied for the 190 visa..... And at 2.00am this morning myself and Mini Me were granted permanent residency for Australia :jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy::jiggy: 08/04 Docs to Vetassess. 15/04 Docs arrive at Vetassess. 23/04 Vetassess Docs acknow. 25/05 Sat IELTS. 07/06 IELTS results L8,R9,W9,S8.5. 05/08 Vetassess - Positive. 6/08 Submit EOI. 07/08 WA looking at EOI. 08/08 ITA WA SS. 10/08 completed WA SS. 12/08 WA SS successful. 14/08 WA SS confirmed. 14/08 ITA for 190 visa. 15/08 Visa applied for. CO: 30/09. Meds: 09/10. PCC: 11/10. Grant: 25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toodolou Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 onwards and upwards , well done , true motivation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinaisrar Posted October 25, 2013 Share Posted October 25, 2013 well done, now you can look back and all that hard work and determination has paid of, A job you will enjoy in a country you have worked hard to get to. As for mini me well.........how proud will she be when she looks up to you after all you have shown her as well as told her in those bedtime stories dreams can come true. Wish you both all the best for your new start in life....literally!:ssign19: xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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