scottntina Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Hi Everyone, Great thread... we are Scott(electrician ) and Tina ( phlebotomist ) from kent. We are hoping to move out around august time. Probably North of perth, although not 100% decided. We are in our early forties and would love to meet up with like minded people when we arrive, would be great to make friends as we dont know a sole in Oz, but really excited about the challenge of it all. We dont have any little kiddies, so no making friends at the school gates and kids clubs, which i think sometimes makes it a little easier for some. Anyway, lots of luck to everyone. and maybe we can chat soon. Tina and Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Suz2011 Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Hi ya Iv not been either lol big risk, but we only live once and regretting it is the bigger risk. Any reason for those particular areas? We are still researching areas. Good luck with house, we renting ours. Jx Hi jmorris Looks like plenty of steel fabrication companies SOR. I think everywhere is a challange but cant wait. Good Luck :chatterbox: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest edwardsfamily Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Hi Everyone, Great thread... we are Scott(electrician ) and Tina ( phlebotomist ) from kent. We are hoping to move out around august time. Probably North of perth, although not 100% decided. We are in our early forties and would love to meet up with like minded people when we arrive, would be great to make friends as we dont know a sole in Oz, but really excited about the challenge of it all. We dont have any little kiddies, so no making friends at the school gates and kids clubs, which i think sometimes makes it a little easier for some. Anyway, lots of luck to everyone. and maybe we can chat soon. Tina and Scott hi all, we are Brian, Aimie and our boys off to NOR in february hopefully, just waiting for 457 to come through (lodged 29th dec) Hubby is a electrician, and has a job in Wangara. im a nurse just sorting out my registration with APHRA. We are just finalising our move and things are getting quite hectic now....sorting out the house, leaving parties and saying goodbyes. this is a great thread....lots of people on the move. Good luck to everyone xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharonandMark Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 hi all, we are Brian, Aimie and our boys off to NOR in february hopefully, just waiting for 457 to come through (lodged 29th dec) Hubby is a electrician, and has a job in Wangara. im a nurse just sorting out my registration with APHRA. We are just finalising our move and things are getting quite hectic now....sorting out the house, leaving parties and saying goodbyes. this is a great thread....lots of people on the move. Good luck to everyone xxx Hi We are also heading to NOR in Feb, what date do you leave? Sounds like we are at the same stage as yourself, sorting the house out (shippers come next Friday) just booked our leaving party. I'm also a nurse waiting to here from AHPRA :SLEEP:its the final piece of the jigsaw! Sharon x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nando65 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Hey!Only 22 days!! I can't wait to get back to the sunshine! I will be based in Cottesloe, where are u guys? Looking forward to meeting up, I'll PM you my email. Emma X Emma hi! We are in Rockingham, we have transport so no worries us making it to you!!! Not long now and you will be sitting this side of the globe, it will fly by!!! Will go straight to PM so you have our email and number. Have a great weekend and see you soon, also there is a meet for all being arranged if February so that will be great to meet a few people. Take care Jane and Nando (Nando65):biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nando65 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Hi Everyone, Great thread... we are Scott(electrician ) and Tina ( phlebotomist ) from kent. We are hoping to move out around august time. Probably North of perth, although not 100% decided. We are in our early forties and would love to meet up with like minded people when we arrive, would be great to make friends as we dont know a sole in Oz, but really excited about the challenge of it all. We dont have any little kiddies, so no making friends at the school gates and kids clubs, which i think sometimes makes it a little easier for some. Anyway, lots of luck to everyone. and maybe we can chat soon. Tina and Scott Hi there Be sure to stay in touch and on the site so we know when you book those flights!!! We can arrange a meet with a few of the PIO gang that have arrived and due to arrive. All the best with the vissa and hear from you guys soon. Have a fab weekend. Nando and Jane (Nando65) :biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rudebyname Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Any of your new friends and family in perth interested in joining a british soccer club should pm me on here, Joondalup United Football Club caters for all ages and abilities including 2 over 35' sides. All the best Rudy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Just a reminder that Perth members do have their own forum at PerthPoms: Western Australia Migration & Expat Forum where they can also chat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nando65 Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 Any of your new friends and family in perth interested in joining a british soccer club should pm me on here, Joondalup United Football Club caters for all ages and abilities including 2 over 35' sides.All the best Rudy Rudy hi I will be sure to let hubbie know about your post as he used to play football in the UK and I know he misses it!! Will be in touch via PM. Cheers for the post Nando65 (Jane and Nando) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Choccymoose Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 Hello everyone, after much discussion and decision making my Hubby has accepted a job in Perth (suberbs) on a 457 visa. Will hopefully be out there for May 2011. Not sure of exact location of job yet, there are a few options but we have requested south of the river as we have family there. Currently going through the enormity of the decision but sure we will be fine. Have been researching a few different areas and quite like the sound of Secret Harbour and surrounding area. We are a family of 4, me, my husband and 2 boys 9 and 5 and are looking forward to the adventure. Would love to make contact with some people before we come out. Choccy x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottntina Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 hi all, we are Brian, Aimie and our boys off to NOR in february hopefully, just waiting for 457 to come through (lodged 29th dec) Hubby is a electrician, and has a job in Wangara. im a nurse just sorting out my registration with APHRA. We are just finalising our move and things are getting quite hectic now....sorting out the house, leaving parties and saying goodbyes. this is a great thread....lots of people on the move. Good luck to everyone xxx Hi Aimie and family, Wow things must be getting really exciting for you now... cant wait till we are in that position. Do you mind if i ask how Brian has secured a job in Wangara. And whos he working for. Would be great to get a heads up for my OH regarding jobs etc. Anyway good luck with all plans, and you never know we may eventually meet up in sunny oz one day.... still feels like a bit of a dream, but holding on to it. lol. Tina. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdr1 Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 Hi we are from Oldham, would love to meet when you get here, PM us to arrange. We are Zoe 34 Dom 36 and three kids 4,3,1. Let me know when you arrive Zoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdr1 Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 Hi Liz and Steve, We have just arrived in Rockingham and absolutely loving it. We are in temp furnished rental and just secured a long term unfurnished rental. Your kids will love it. We have a 4,3 and 1 and its like they have lived here all there life already. My 4 year old starts school in feb in Safety bay primary. Keep in touch and hopefully we can meet up when you arrive. Where is your furnished rental? we are in Newell Place. Zoe and Dom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest yugoj Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 So, rather than keep talking about it, as people are slowly arriving out here in Perth and wanting to meet up with other PIO'ers, I thought I'd take the initiative and arrange a first 'meet up'. Date: Sunday 30th Jan Time: 3pm onwards Location: South Perth Foreshore, Coode St end of Sir James Mitchell Park The link here should show you the location on the map - we'll meet between the boatshed restaurant and the funcats 'hut' (the centre of the picture) South Perth, Western Australia - Google Maps There are a couple of BBQs in this area so maybe people could bring some meat and salad for an early evening BBQ? We'll bring along a cricket bat, some balls, frisbee etc so feel free to add to that should you wish! Please rsvp so we know at least some people are going to turn up! We have a colourful fish windsock thingy so I'll try and put that up to identify us easily. :biggrin: Thanks ! Jo and Seb PS We'll def do another bbq a few weeks later so that those of you arriving early Feb can come and join us too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottntina Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 What a great idea, but unfortunately we are not there till at least august, hope youll still be setting up some gatherings when we arrive. Have fun everyone. Tina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest outnumbered Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Newbie here saying hello :smile: Hoping to be heading to Perth end of Feb/beginning of March if our 457 visa arrives in time! Seems there are quite a few heading to Perth around that time. We are a family of 5: Me (35), hubby (38) and 3 kiddies aged 10, 4 and 3 6 months ago we had no plans on moving so this has all been a bit of a whirlwind for us and I don't think I will believe it is really happening until we land on Oz soil! Liz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redrobbersdog Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Newbie here saying hello :smile: Hoping to be heading to Perth end of Feb/beginning of March if our 457 visa arrives in time! Seems there are quite a few heading to Perth around that time. We are a family of 5: Me (35), hubby (38) and 3 kiddies aged 10, 4 and 3 6 months ago we had no plans on moving so this has all been a bit of a whirlwind for us and I don't think I will believe it is really happening until we land on Oz soil! Liz Good Luck Liz and family, I hope it all works out for you.:jiggy: Dawn xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harpersgirl Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Hello Perth People! We'll be moving down under sometime in May we reckon. My husband, Simon has been offered a job on a 457 visa and we'll be taking our twins who are 20 and Zac 6 and Evie 3. Also hoping that our daughter 23 will be able to join us but still working on how! The job is based in Floreat and we're looking at either Melville area or Stirling to rent in. Really looking forward to starting our new lives now and it can't come quick enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cs259cr Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 just a little update We arrived on 27/1 and at first i was thinking did i do the right thing etc....i think it was just because we had a few emotional goodbyes at the airport but now that its settling down we are really enjoying it. We are staying with family at the moment and starting to look for places to rent. the public transport system is great.. trains are on time and spotlessly clean! I start my new job as a nurse on monday and im a bit nervous but they seem really nice. My in laws have arrived for a visit so its been nice spending time with them. I have found everyone to be friendly and have started Zumba classes which are a lot of fun, i prob wouldnt have done that at home. I couldnt make the last meet up but will hopefully be available for the next one. Someone sent me an email but i somehow deleted it before i read it so sorry to whoever sent it. Anyway i will stop waffling......take care, Cx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmaroo Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Hey! I am here too! Been busy job hunting and had a few interviews so hopefully Ill get something soon! Looking to meet new friends so anyone who fancies it please let me know! Emma x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulswin Posted February 19, 2011 Share Posted February 19, 2011 Hi Everyone! Providing our visa is approved we'd love to be in Perth before the end of 2012! We were thinking of the Success area or Warnbro. Both hubby's sisters are in Success but we'll just wait and see where we end up! Hoping to get work as a floor finisher. Would love to have meet ups with everyone once we're there! Sooo excited even though still have a while to go! :biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BARNEYBRADLEY Posted February 24, 2011 Share Posted February 24, 2011 Hi, This is my first time on here so apologies if Im not doing it quite right!!! We were granted our visa's almost 3 years ago and visited Perth Nov 08 and fell in love with the Quinns Rocks areas. Sadly as my hubby is a bricklayer and rates of pay have dropped drastically, we havent been able to save for the big move as quickly as we would have liked, given that we want to hold onto our UK property until we are absolutely sure we've made the right decision. We now aim to be there by June 2012 at the very latest. I'm starting to have a few wobbles especially as our savings are now not going to stretch as far with the exchange rate being so weak!! (was 2.47 to the £ when we visited in 2008!!):jiggy::twitcy: I'm also really concerned about my hubby picking up work and the cost of living/rental properties ect. We are making the move to give our girls aged 8 and 5 a better quality of life and I'm just worried that we may be worse off financially in Perth than we are here. Any advice anyone can offer or if anyone knows anything about availabilty of work for brickies/ rates of pay ect would be greatly appreciated:biggrin: Thanks Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gilly Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Hi my hubby and I are going to be in Perth from 13th march -28th for a reccie before our move out at the end of the year. Are you still having meet ups, We would love to meet anyone that has made the move. We are both in our 40s ,very young at heart and love socialising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gilly Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Hi Sue, my husband is a brickie to, we are going out in March to check out job situation, rental prices etc so will feedback any info we find, you are bound to feel wobbly at times, I hope you get lots of support from friends. Good luck, gilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
young2682 Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 We are moving to Perth Summer 2011. Got Reccie in April for 2 weeks and we can not wait. I am a PE teacher (33) and my huspand is in recruitment (32), we have 2 kids (2 and 6). We have a few friends in Perth already but I would love to share this scarey experience with others. Jxx Hi jmorris, So jealous that you are moving so soon, we are a family of 4, my husband (32) is a car paint sprayer and I am 29 and a beauty specialist, we have two children 4 and 2 and a half. We qualify for the skilled independant visa and our documents have all been sent, all we have now is a very very long wait, we are looking at 2 years (according to visa processing times) which is March/April 2013 if not longer!! Seems like it isnt real! Are you going to rent when you arrive in Perth? Whereabouts are you looking to go? A x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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