loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Hi just wanted to put it out there that after 4 fun years in WA I am going back to the uk ( devon) it was a tough decision as I am separating from my husband ( who is still my closest friend ) i am am so happy to be leaving now and can't wait to get back. I recently read a great blog about family moving back to U.K from Sydney as they felt bored and there wasn't enough to hold them in oz, inc missing family. All these reasons are so relevant to me along with the culture and greener landscape I miss. I weighed up wall to wall sun verses cloud rain and sun ( along with seasonal changes ) and for me it was no contest. I havent enjoyed the searing heat and flies. I don't get the overblown BBQ and beach ethos, it's not that big I have to say. i miss local markets and the serious revolution that's going on Europe side, I missed hopping on a plane to Europe and all the history beneath my feet. So yes I am happy to leave, obviously they are under somewhat sad circumstances ( relationship ending ) however with all the talk of closed mindedness recently ( Australian side ) it will be interesting to see just how much poms do moan when I return in 2 weeks time. if anyone wants any advice or tips on movers or pets, money moving, all the processes you have to go through to return please ask away. I have sent a container home and my dog will depart a couple of days after me. I have sent money back. Sold cars. Booked many hire services and even rented a house with the aid of a friend back home. Wish me luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceddy Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Good luck, Hope it all works out for you : )) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 All the best loubeany! :smile: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Best of luck, lots of us have done it for similar reasons and never looked back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Thanks all I am hoping and pretty confident it will all be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 A good time to be leaving with continued falling economic conditions looking very likely to accelerate. How nice to be going to Devon. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Best of luck! Which removalist did you use? Was it a whole container? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Best of luck! Which removalist did you use? Was it a whole container? Hi I used grace removers as they cake highly recommended. I took half a container and with marine insurance was just over 5k $ excellent company so far ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Hi I used grace removers as they cake highly recommended. I took half a container and with marine insurance was just over 5k $ excellent company so far That's a bit more than I've read elsewhere. How much was the insurance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Yeah it's a little more expensive but with the help of them and company being quite high profile the container arrives on Friday after only leaving on 11th feb so it's quick. Marine insurance was $500. Obviously your insurance is dependant on the value of goods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helz980 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Wishing you lots of luck!! I return on the 27th April xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Wishing you lots of luck!! I return on the 27th April xx Hi helen where are you moving back to ? Good luck and all the happiness with your relocate back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindor Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miley123 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Wishing you all the very best for the future loubeany, home is where the heart is eh? Let us know how you get on, we are returning in July. Be happy, xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Wishing you all the very best for the future loubeany, home is where the heart is eh? Let us know how you get on, we are returning in July. Be happy, xx absolutely home is where the heart is and the "dog" I will definitely do my damnedest to be as happy as humanly possible good luck yourself and don't forget ... Travel makes us only richer in life, it never does any harm to try eh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miley123 Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Thank you and you are so right loubeany, what's life all about it you don't give it a go. I grew up in Devon so know that it is a lovely place to be heading to, sometimes its only when you've been away you appreciate what you've always had xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Thank you and you are so right loubeany, what's life all about it you don't give it a go. I grew up in Devon so know that it is a lovely place to be heading to, sometimes its only when you've been away you appreciate what you've always had xx You are spot on miley, it's true the grass isn't always greener but in this case after being on both sides I know which I prefer smashing best of British for anyone making the leap back !! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flag of convenience Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I like Devon from the visits I've had there. Wonder what it is like living in for an outsider though? Appledore and that general area for example. I can fully understand those from the county wanting to return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frano Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Everything sounds good for you Lou and welcome back to our green land but I cant wait to go the other way as soon as my visa kicks in...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 I like Devon from the visits I've had there. Wonder what it is like living in for an outsider though? Appledore and that general area for example. I can fully understand those from the county wanting to return. Definitely will be a change that's for sure. I will be living in tavistock which is a bigger market town so you have a good mix of people. It's also good for commuting to plymouth and Exeter. I love devon it's such a great place and the food is awesome ! I intend to get involved with the local amenities as quickly as I can :wink: plus I have friends there so that helps too.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Everything sounds good for you Lou and welcome back to our green land but I cant wait to go the other way as soon as my visa kicks in...... Thanks and I am sure you will have the best time in oz .. Just remember it's always tough at first. My advice would be to join as many groups and get involved with lots of stuff as quick as possible. Once you arrive in oz you only then realise how huge it is. Saying all that its been a great 4 years for me .. I have no complaints at all. good luck and enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frano Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Spooky, my next door neighbour is from Plymouth and was only talking to him about it last night. Im not far away, just along the coast in Hampshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loubeany Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 Spooky, my next door neighbour is from Plymouth and was only talking to him about it last night. Im not far away, just along the coast in Hampshire Very spooky eh .. It's a small world Hampshire is gorgeous !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frano Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Yeah its not bad here, first signs of spring last weekend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que Sera Sera Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Wishing you all the best for the future , Devon is a lovely part of the world. Enjoy :wubclub: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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