ScotsQuine Posted May 14, 2014 Share Posted May 14, 2014 There is of course no racism or alcohol fuelled violence in England. Crap roads, houses and pubs are pretty prevalent too. I'm sure your Aussie friends will miss u. I think we are all aware that there is racism and alcohol fueled violence in MANY countries, it is not just limited to UK or Australia! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb39 Posted May 15, 2014 Author Share Posted May 15, 2014 I won't be returning here. I have a house on the beach in spain, that will be the only place I will run to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambethlad Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 This must be a wind-up and you got the reaction you wanted. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johndoe Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 I won't be returning here. I have a house on the beach in spain, that will be the only place I will run to. Is it above, or below the high water mark? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreatDane Posted May 15, 2014 Share Posted May 15, 2014 I have been many places and have lived in oz for nearly 6 yrs. But enough is enough! ! Had enough of whinging aussies people who don't wear shoes or shirts in supermarkets People out in the streets in pajamas looser drivers crap roads crap pubs crap houses that are freezing in winter expensive .....everything racist people high tax I have to pay pay when you go to the doctor how they bang on about medical insurance million adverts every 10 mins on tv radios that play the same music day in day out asshole cops just looking to make revenue flies This country is 30 yrs behind the rest of the world corrupt government alcoholed fuel violence the poor level of English spoken bad language No history that pointless AFL Bad loosers in sports I have met many great people here. But for me the bad points out way the good. What were you saying about English? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb39 Posted June 2, 2014 Author Share Posted June 2, 2014 So great to be back now for 1 week. Things have really picked up. Plus so nice to hear the birds singing every day. Aaahhhh bliss. Back to the great traditional pubs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s up north Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Welcome home . ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flake Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Where are you all living in Aus with people publicly in their PJ's??? Just curious.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortlepuss Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Where are you all living in Aus with people publicly in their PJ's??? Just curious.... I remember when we arrived in suburban Brissie and were having an Indian meal when someone walked in in PJs to get their takeout. Have also seen people filling up their cars in PJs. Gave us a bit of a chuckle but I thought it was quite practical. At least they weren't naked! The lack of shoes thing does get to me a bit - in hospitals, restaurants, shops - yuck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy1982 Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 So great to be back now for 1 week. Things have really picked up. Plus so nice to hear the birds singing every day. Aaahhhh bliss. Back to the great traditional pubs. Happy for you....and jealous too! Hope you get a good english summer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb39 Posted June 3, 2014 Author Share Posted June 3, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que Sera Sera Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. Mmmm a little bit bitter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dxboz Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 What a very strange thing to say. Even if the state you lived in was not for you - how do you know how the rest of us in other states live and are happy? I am assuming we must all be brainwashed into thinking we are quite happy here and must need help your help to see the error of our ways??????? If it was not for you, then it was not for you but to make comments like the above is totally wrong.There are more people who come to Australia and stay than go back. Definitely sound bitter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy1982 Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 What a very strange thing to say. Even if the state you lived in was not for you - how do you know how the rest of us in other states live and are happy? I am assuming we must all be brainwashed into thinking we are quite happy here and must need help your help to see the error of our ways??????? If it was not for you, then it was not for you but to make comments like the above is totally wrong.There are more people who come to Australia and stay than go back. Definitely sound bitter Does it matter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest66881 Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. Oh deary me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LittleHeath Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Good riddance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forgil Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. I agree that it is good for refugees but it is also good for those of us who love to live here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flake Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 I remember when we arrived in suburban Brissie and were having an Indian meal when someone walked in in PJs to get their takeout. Have also seen people filling up their cars in PJs. Gave us a bit of a chuckle but I thought it was quite practical. At least they weren't naked! The lack of shoes thing does get to me a bit - in hospitals, restaurants, shops - yuck! thanks for the reply! I haven't come across that yet! :biglaugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 I remember when we arrived in suburban Brissie and were having an Indian meal when someone walked in in PJs to get their takeout. Have also seen people filling up their cars in PJs. Gave us a bit of a chuckle but I thought it was quite practical. At least they weren't naked! The lack of shoes thing does get to me a bit - in hospitals, restaurants, shops - yuck! Ahh yes, reminds me of the large numbers of women with curlers in their hair and hairnets on and aprons on while grocery shopping...Bradford, 1950s and again in 1967...:arghh: Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harpodom Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. moot point, that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobj Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Ahh yes, reminds me of the large numbers of women with curlers in their hair and hairnets on and aprons on while grocery shopping...Bradford, 1950s and again in 1967...:arghh: Cheers, Bobj. Forgot...Young girls (16-20 year olds)at work on fridays with transparent adhesive tape stuck on the sides of their faces to get their curls to hold for the Friday night dances...:nah: Cheers, Bobj. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosiew Posted June 3, 2014 Share Posted June 3, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. jeez, you're having fun with this aren't you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 I think there have been a lot of changes in the UK since 2008 – the bank crisis, a coalition government, austerity measures, major welfare reforms, huge increase in food banks, higher profile of political parties like UKIP, record low interest rates, riots, a hugely successful Olympic games, announced Scottish referendum………..lots of stuff, both positive, and negative. It may or may not affect everyone directly on an individual or daily basis, but it definitely impacts on the identity of the country. I’m not knocking the UK PB, I am happy to live here, but that doesn’t mean I’m blind to the changing world around me. Chances are that someone who has lived away for 6 years or more will notice a few changes too. Tx Although not a long time frame, the same could be surely said about Australia, or anywhere else? The points the OP mentioned though outside the sad fact that twenty six pubs a week are closing has much else changed? A lot of above points are either applicable elsewhere or hardly of relevance to the critique expressed by OP. Besides the return to familiarity may clench the deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Australia is only good for refugees. Doesn't seem to be working for a lot of them either.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 (edited) Love how all the ex brits are SO defensive of Australia, like the OP has just personally insulted their family :biglaugh: I find it hilarious as well. fact is many of the OP's points are pretty close to the bone and as a result has sparked all the defensiveness. thing is with the POMS in OZ - many need constantly reminding that their decision was still a good idea even when it actually may not be. I'm not saying the UK is great either, the reactions is what cracks me up. I dont mind either, personally the UK is a better place for many reasons but its still OK here - even in Perth. There are some real sh*t holes you can live in and I dont think either fit into that category.......... If you are doing well I think both places can be great. It may have taken people the move to get them to pull their fingers out and wow suddenly there enjoying life.. Edited June 4, 2014 by dustyroad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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