Toodolou Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 there seemed to be alot of contradictions in this episode "want same job in oz with pastoral element" yet same job working so much in uk is grinding them down and eating into their family lives? .... without working parttime .. how would this change? the guilt trip of grandparents .... " i feel my heart is being wrenched out .... but i wouldnt stand in there way " ... this episode very dramatic!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveAGirlShoes Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Overall I would grade it as a 6/10 (10 being the most deluded, blissfully ignorant dreamers)... as if they hadn't already had their house (under) valued before applying to WDU :confused: The thing I dont undersrand is how serious are they if the first thing they do is apply to be on a tv show? I say the first thing as it doesn't appear they have done an ounce of their own research! And perhaps some sensible and realistic people apply too, but they wouldn't be gobsmacked every time GBP was compared against AUD as they would see that's not a realistic comparison. When I apply I will take acting lessons to see how much I can wind up people just like me I actually do love this program Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conniebygaslight Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 1700 pounds per YEAR worse off, not month. Are you sure...? he said their mortgage was going up x3 and that shopping bill would be £4000 more per annum.....my mistake if I'm wrong x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernbird Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Are you sure...? he said their mortgage was going up x3 and that shopping bill would be £4000 more per annum.....my mistake if I'm wrong x Their mortgage was going to be 1700 pounds per month but overall across the year 1700 pounds per year worse off and yes I am sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammy1 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Pretty daft episode. Phys Ed teachers are plentiful in Australia and he would struggle to get a job. He would be mad to leave the UK without having one arranged at the very least. He asked if his qualifications would enable him to work here, the answer was 'probably'. What should have been asked of him was whether he had four years of tertiary education, because if he only has a three year Bachelor then the unequivocal answer is no. It also made me laugh that they think teachers leave the school at 3pm. Oh dear. Why do so many people on WDU think that people in Australia work fewer hours and have less pressure? It just isn't true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveAGirlShoes Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Why do so many people on WDU think that people in Australia work fewer hours and have less pressure? It just isn't true. Apparently there's no rush in Australia, the pace of life is so much slower!!! Surely that depends on who you are and what you do? And if they don't like their life in the UK what makes them think they will like it any more once they've picked it up and moved it to a different country? Can't wait for next weeks... hope it's in Vic xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikey Posted January 6, 2014 Author Share Posted January 6, 2014 How was nicky chapman....and did she say "the other side of the woooorld"? Looking forward to watching on catchup:laugh::biglaugh::jiggy::biglaugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyupnorth Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 WDU, so far off the mark should be BSDU (IMO). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveAGirlShoes Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 How was nicky chapman....and did she say "the other side of the woooorld"?Looking forward to watching on catchup:laugh::biglaugh::jiggy::biglaugh: I think they just add the same voice over to each episode lol She wore fluorescent yellow this week :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmaroo Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Perth on tomorrow's episode! :cute: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveAGirlShoes Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Ooooh is it on everyday? How did I not know that, I'm usually so organised! Woop woop, I look forward to pulling it to pieces after enjoying almost every second thoroughly ha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmaroo Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Ooooh is it on everyday? How did I not know that, I'm usually so organised! Woop woop, I look forward to pulling it to pieces after enjoying almost every second thoroughly ha x Yeah, on every day at 9.15am Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyupnorth Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Yeah, on every day at 9.15am No way what a total drama and nightmare, that clashes with Jeremy kyle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmaroo Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 No way what a total drama and nightmare, that clashes with Jeremy kyle. Both equally as entertaining! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikey Posted January 6, 2014 Author Share Posted January 6, 2014 So this is a new outfit? How sad r we? .....I dont care, I know what I like and I like wdu :embarrassed::embarrassed: I think they just add the same voice over to each episode lol She wore fluorescent yellow this week :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
javi1979 Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Love it love it love it!! It's great, look forward to it every year. Enjoy watching people seeing it all with fresh new eyes. The revisited ones are better, although the original episode is the first 3/4 of the program. Will watch it on iplayer later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyupnorth Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 (edited) Love it love it love it!! It's great, look forward to it every year. Enjoy watching people seeing it all with fresh new eyes. The revisited ones are better, although the original episode is the first 3/4 of the program. Will watch it on iplayer later. "fresh new eyes"' or before they take the rose tinted blinked glasses off and reality sets in. TV for the impressionable just like Jezza on the other side. Edited January 7, 2014 by garyupnorth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest 47403 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 "fresh new eyes"' or before they take the rose tinted blinked glasses off and reality sets in. TV for the impressionable just like Jezza on the other side. Now now gazza just because you failed to settle doesn't mean you have to make it your life's quest to try and trash everyone else's hopes and dreams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gbye grey sky Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 It is a source of surprise to me how many seem to feel that all they have to do is transplant themselves to Australia and all their problems will be solved. Children happier, financially better off, less work, more free time visiting the beach and wildlife sanctuaries etc. The only downside is leaving behind friends and family it seems and most appear to have given little thought to that part until they see the videos. Clearly a one-week expenses paid trip to Australia is nothing like day to day life. I watch the programmes for the locations etc but there should be more 'reality' in this reality show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIRK AND CO Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Very brave lady & son today but programe makes it look so simplistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toodolou Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 what a lovely episode , so nice to see her son flourish and be so happy amoungst all the oz wildlife! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodipodi Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 (edited) I havnt watched today's episode yet. Must say I thought the young lady on yesterday's programme was lovely, they seemed like a lovely couple. I went on the website and they chose to stay in the UK after all so they could be near family, good decision I think considering how emotional she was. Very bubbly girl I thought, and I liked when she said how when the sun's shining you always feel better, I agree with this, I always feel better when the weather's lively and I think you can take the kids out more too, doesn't cost anything, picnic, towels, down the park, beach whatever. The couple they met up with were the family who'd made the move to Christies beach from the previous series, I really enjoyed that episode too and they seem to have a good positive outlook, with a positive outcome too. Love it when it works out xx Edited January 7, 2014 by jodipodi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bell123321 Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 This is certainly my guilty pleasure, thanks for the heads up have it on iplayer in the background haha its a love/hate relationship. I remember when my Australian friend came over and saw an episode she could not stop laughing at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 Or if your up for a laugh and want to view Aussie wild life check out some of the Bogan comedies on tv in recent times. Swift and Shift Couriers or Pizza Boys along with a host of others, with barely a cute furry animal in sight. WDU. Probably goes towards the contribution of a number of disgruntled Poms once touching base here. Although many may be aware it's a fabrication, many still want to believe.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernbird Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I'm screaming at the TV watching todays show. I must stop watching it, it's pants!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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