Guest moonraker1961 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 God I wish I had £20,000 to blow on a life changer lol Yeah I guess it would be interesting to see if that family made it back or stuck it out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jchrisj Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Chris , if your benders last 2 weeks, count me in on the next one Saving up for the next one, it's in Amsterdam. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest earlswood Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Whats up with you then earlswood, you usually like to stir the pot? Or did i beat you to it? I am not saying that she is right or wrong, But after your 2 days, did you turn tail and run home to the easy option, or did you persevere. Sounds to me like you gave it a go, I am criticall of n-jayne for obvioussly not researching there decision, and therefore can find no sympathy for them. I am also unsure of how accurate any of the original thread is, as it was made by a new member who still hasnt made any other post's since this. Who in this day and age has £20k to waste on a life altering.........................holliday????????? Keep 'em comming Chris The original poster was probably a wind-up merchant to be honest.....but you did come down hard on her Chris :nah: You trying to take my Crown:cute: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petals Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Makes me wonder too, there are people who post in forums threads such as this to get a response. Who would waste $20,000 on two weeks and if you had that money to waste you could live where you liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sykestykes Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 If you click on the option to see more posts by this user, she used to post under the name n-jayne-30 and seems to have gone through all the same visa stuff as all of us. So it seems her post was genuine; maybe she doesn't come on the forum anymore because it all went wrong for her and her family. Poirot (aka Mrs Tyke) x:wubclub: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jaynie Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 If you click on the option to see more posts by this user, she used to post under the name n-jayne-30 and seems to have gone through all the same visa stuff as all of us. So it seems her post was genuine; maybe she doesn't come on the forum anymore because it all went wrong for her and her family. Poirot (aka Mrs Tyke) x:wubclub: Hercule.....you are the master:notworthy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sykestykes Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Hercule.....you are the master Why, thank you...:wubclub: Mrs Tyke x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debbie2302 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Why, thank you...:wubclub: Mrs Tyke x So what's your next case, have you got it lined up yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Debbie xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sykestykes Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 So what's your next case, have you got it lined up yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Debbie xxx Oh yes, Debbie - I'm going to Perth to see if Earlswood is more Vic Reeves than Keanu Reeves LMAO Mrs Tyke xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debbie2302 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Oh yes, Debbie - I'm going to Perth to see if Earlswood is more Vic Reeves than Keanu Reeves LMAO Mrs Tyke xx That's made me smile, LOL. Much prefer Keanu Reeves myself. Debbie xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jchrisj Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 The original poster was probably a wind-up merchant to be honest.....but you did come down hard on her Chris You trying to take my Crown:cute: No no no, just like to watch a proffesional at work! And once in a while, throw a spanner in the works to see what happens!!!!! But to be fare, reread her post and my first reply.:goofy: Hugs Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Samantha1974 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Well I have to agree with Chris, 2 weeks is no time at all, and if your going to fall at the first hurdle then maybe you didn't research the whole emigration thing at all. I wish you all the look but "2 WEEKS god that is ridiculous, You should always try and make a positive out of a negative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jchrisj Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 If you click on the option to see more posts by this user, she used to post under the name n-jayne-30 and seems to have gone through all the same visa stuff as all of us. So it seems her post was genuine; maybe she doesn't come on the forum anymore because it all went wrong for her and her family. Poirot (aka Mrs Tyke) x:wubclub: That's right, go on, try and make me feel guilty! I know it's my fault that it always rains, i like to sing in the shower, I know the credit crunch is my fault, i decided to sell up and go to oz! Its my fault that Gordon brown is pm, i was on holliday and didnt vote. Everything in the world that is wrong,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,it's all my fault! I know this, coz she who must be obeyed tells me on a regular occaision. As i say to her, drink more wine, it'll all hurt less!!!!!!!! And if anyone is going to the Oldham meeting tomoz, i'll be the one with 101 knives in my back.......................................But that's all ok. Coz i got a case of stella to wrap myself around tonight. Hugs to everyone Chris x x x x x x x x:radar: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pinhead Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 I can remember how bad i felt after only 2 weeks of being in oz last time. You're incredibly homesick and even the slightest knock back can make you feel like throwing in the towel. I'm sure this has a lot to do with the OP, after a few months things really do feel a lot better and you take these knock backs more in your stride. 2 weeks is too short to be making such a huge decision, the likelyhood is that you'd make the wrong decision purely on emotions rather than rational thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sykestykes Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 That's right, go on, try and make me feel guilty!I know it's my fault that it always rains, i like to sing in the shower, I know the credit crunch is my fault, i decided to sell up and go to oz! Its my fault that Gordon brown is pm, i was on holliday and didnt vote. Everything in the world that is wrong,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,it's all my fault! I know this, coz she who must be obeyed tells me on a regular occaision. As i say to her, drink more wine, it'll all hurt less!!!!!!!! And if anyone is going to the Oldham meeting tomoz, i'll be the one with 101 knives in my back.......................................But that's all ok. Coz i got a case of stella to wrap myself around tonight. Hugs to everyone Chris x x x x x x x x:radar: LOL, I love you too Chris:wubclub: Mrs Tyke xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest meganhannah Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 Gosh can't believe how difficult it is for electricians and plumbers, my OH a builder is things as difficult for him. Jo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest12791 Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Hi n-jayneSorry to hear its not working out for you, but we have been in exactly the same boat............... my hubby's a plumber and they have the same problems with Registration & Licensing too. But going home after only 2 weeks... wow !!!!!! The only people I know that have returned recently have been Sparkies or Plumbers, exactly because of that reason. We've been here 7 months, it took my husband 3 months to actually get a provisional registration, 4 months to get work and still has his training and exams to do in September (all at a cost of course!), and all the time being paid below average salary, so he is working extra hours before and after work and saturdays too, just to get some money coming in!!! Its not really what we came out here for............ but we have used alot of money up on this venture and cant afford to go back, so we're having to stay put and make it work, but its not easy!!!! The upside is, All my kids are really happy & safer, our lifestyle has changed definately for the better, especially in the summer and it will get better for us once OH has all his qualifications, so at least we can see a future for us here. But there should be a big big warning for these two trades, as its far from easy and you must be prepared to struggle for at least the first year. Good luck to all.......... you'll need it!!! :yes: Sally-ann Hi there, my partner is a maintenance fitter, got permanent residency and TRA assessed qualifications, we were told to visit our agent on arrival regarding contacts for work etc. On arrival the agent couldnt be bothered and passed us on to recruitment agents, after paying 27 grand all in all for services! My partner applied for fifty sixty jobs, with no replies after spending 42 thousand and four months of heartache i called it a day and said we had to go home to reassess situation. Luckily my partner got his job back staright away with the company he had been with for a long time, its not just electricians who have problems fitters do too, its sad realy after spending lots of money the dream comes crashing down. Good luck if you return home, but you may be like us, we are saving to go back and give it another go, hopefully getting jobs before we go with a bit of luck. take care annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest12791 Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Yeah I have to agree actually,give the girl a break!They need support not someone coming down heavy on them!You may feel the same when you get to Oz. I think going on holiday to australia is completely differnt to going on holiday and i dont think anyone knows its for them until they go to live there. firstly when you go on holiday you know you will be returing home to family friends and familiar surroundings. saying goodbeye to everyone the emotions experienced leaving loved ones is indescribable. Then to arrive and find a place to live, (competing with other families for accomodation) and finding work oftyen isnt living the dream for many people. Often gutt feelings tell you straight away and no one can be put down if they make the decision to return home and that oz is not the place for them. Holidays are completely different! when reality hits that you are at the other side of the world, even though you have planned the journey for two years or more, no one knows how you will react. Everyone is different, good luck to everyone Annemarie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest barab Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 I can remember how bad i felt after only 2 weeks of being in oz last time. You're incredibly homesick and even the slightest knock back can make you feel like throwing in the towel.I'm sure this has a lot to do with the OP, after a few months things really do feel a lot better and you take these knock backs more in your stride. 2 weeks is too short to be making such a huge decision, the likelyhood is that you'd make the wrong decision purely on emotions rather than rational thought. It just shows you how different people feel different in different time scales. I loved it the first 4 months and then I beared it for the next 8 months then I wanted out of there.....But the house wasn't finished,so it becomes unbearable till you book your flights out of there...And you feel like the dukes of hazzard landing after that cross river twist jump!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest taffy 62 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 It just shows you how different people feel different in different time scales. I loved it the first 4 months and then I beared it for the next 8 months then I wanted out of there.....But the house wasn't finished,so it becomes unbearable till you book your flights out of there...And you feel like the dukes of hazzard landing after that cross river twist jump!!
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