HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Not been thro this thread for a while but we got our CO 3 weeks after lodging on 14.05.11. We have Catherine Braithwait team 4 she always emails us back which is good. Police checks already uploaded. Meds done 25.07.11 so now waiting for our visa! How long have people had to wait from having the meds to getting the visa? Do you get an email or just need to keep checking? House is up for sale to hoping the visa and sale tie in nicely. Chloe x Good luck !! We have team 2 x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Hi Annerichard & Honeyandtimmy, We too are off to perth, where abouts are you looking to go?. Laura I have no idea! Lol never been before, so until I have a look around I wouldn't know. I want somewhere with good schools (primary and secondary) maybe near a uni. Somewhere not too far from the beach and with plenty to do so my teenage daughter isn't bored. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Hi everyone,I haven't been on for a while. Huge congratulations for all who got their visas and fingers crossed for all still waiting xxx. Well our flights are booked, I have resigned from work and finish next week and our house is rented and we move out on 12th August. Still finalising quotes from shipping companies and will let you know how I get on. Gillian Wow! When do you fly out and where to? How exciting! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Morning guys, we received our visa!!! Now the real hard work begins. Woohoo!! Congratulations!!!!! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinseyLoo Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Hi Linsey, no news this morning as I can't even log in on DIAC! I resisted checking in the night too. Would I have an email if we got our visa? I have this feelin it's ur wk!!! Ur not far Hun xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinseyLoo Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Morning guys, we received our visa!!! Now the real hard work begins. Oh Boots fab news!! Yeah ur not kidding thought havin t visa was easy bit!! Who was I kidding it's knackering skip runs an not forgetting those awful car boots one more left hate them an I'm finding it v hard lettin go of good stuff, but we can't afford t take it boo !! Good luck an keep in touch!! It's taken nearly two wks for my head t get bk t normal lol xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Hope you are right, Linsey. I'm starting to feel like we are never going to get it! I still can't log in either. I need to do some car boot sales too. I have so much to get rid of and I like to keep things but can't bring too much. We want to bring our car as it's much more expensive to replace in oz, then there's DH's tools, photos and sentimental stuff and probably not much room for more in a 20ft container!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinseyLoo Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Hope you are right, Linsey. I'm starting to feel like we are never going to get it! I still can't log in either. I need to do some car boot sales too. I have so much to get rid of and I like to keep things but can't bring too much. We want to bring our car as it's much more expensive to replace in oz, then there's DH's tools, photos and sentimental stuff and probably not much room for more in a 20ft container!! I truly hope so! Think ur co sends an email t ur agent 1st. I'm hoping he/she is Workin on it now!! It's any day now Hun. Wen I logged in two wks ago I nearly passed out wi shock wen it said al the way throu applicants approved!! Agent phoned quite late on t tell me we had been granted! We r thinking of leaving so much behind now jus t fit in t smaller container! (750cubic) we hav 2 king size beds all can b flat packed we mgt even leave t settee! Been on eBay.au an it's quite cheap! Like u I want my sentimental things like pictures an my book shelves not bothered. U hav t b soooo ruthless wi ur stuff. We r also leavin all bikes apart from oh as it's new. They apparently box the bikes up so they take up room in t container!! Lots a luck xxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 I truly hope so! Think ur co sends an email t ur agent 1st. I'm hoping he/she is Workin on it now!! It's any day now Hun. Wen I logged in two wks ago I nearly passed out wi shock wen it said al the way throu applicants approved!! Agent phoned quite late on t tell me we had been granted! We r thinking of leaving so much behind now jus t fit in t smaller container! (750cubic) we hav 2 king size beds all can b flat packed we mgt even leave t settee! Been on eBay.au an it's quite cheap! Like u I want my sentimental things like pictures an my book shelves not bothered. U hav t b soooo ruthless wi ur stuff. We r also leavin all bikes apart from oh as it's new. They apparently box the bikes up so they take up room in t container!! Lots a luck xxxx I like your positive thinking! :-) I think I will pass out if/when we get it! Not heard from my agent either. I know he emailed them last week. It must be really hard to be ruthless getting rid of stuff. I have started eBauing a few bits already. I purposely didn't replace our sofas, so will be glad to chuck them! I would like to bring table & chairs, sideboard, kids stuff, maybe beds (but then what do we sleep on there for 3 months??!) some wardrobes, washing machine, do I need a dryer in oz?? 2 TVs, DVDs, CDs (or might stick them all on iTunes), lap tops, PC.... the list goes on! When are your flights booked for? Xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 That should be 'ebaying' stupid iPhone changes all my words! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinseyLoo Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 I like your positive thinking! :-) I think I will pass out if/when we get it! Not heard from my agent either. I know he emailed them last week. It must be really hard to be ruthless getting rid of stuff. I have started eBauing a few bits already. I purposely didn't replace our sofas, so will be glad to chuck them! I would like to bring table & chairs, sideboard, kids stuff, maybe beds (but then what do we sleep on there for 3 months??!) some wardrobes, washing machine, do I need a dryer in oz?? 2 TVs, DVDs, CDs (or might stick them all on iTunes), lap tops, PC.... the list goes on! When are your flights booked for? Xx Flights booked 4 the 19th Oct can't wait!! Thou it's really mental Workin out wen Ur furniture leaves! Check ur tv's work ovr there an also some DVD players don't work! It came as a big shock t me but t save cash we r having t sleep rough 4 three months! We r staying in our hse 4 two months wi no beds gonna try an borrow stuff from friends! Then rent fully furnished for two wks then wait in the unfurnished for stuff t arrive! We Wil hav no choice but t sleep on airbeds etc!! It really tough gettin ur mind around it al but we r of course starting a (wonderful) new life Wil update on properties I find as I'm finding that part a big pain!! Lol Linsxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rex123 Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Good luck !! We have team 2 x I too GOT TEAM CO.. Your CO is S J T ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 You sound really organised, Linsey! It's all the planning to get the timing right, I guess. I thought we might send our stuff early and sleep on the sofas we'll chuck out. What areas are you looking to rent in? Do you know Perth well? October is a great time to leave the UK - just when it's got cold again, so you'll really appreciate the sun when you get there. All the stress will be worth it in the end, I'm sure. Just managed to log in and the meds are still requested :-( they had their meds done 3 months and 12 days ago!! Am getting really fed up now... Maybe we'll try and get a US visa... Might get it before this one! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 I too GOT TEAM CO.. Your CO is S J T ? My CO's initials are MS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chardy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Flights booked 4 the 19th Oct can't wait!! Thou it's really mental Workin out wen Ur furniture leaves! Check ur tv's work ovr there an also some DVD players don't work! It came as a big shock t me but t save cash we r having t sleep rough 4 three months! We r staying in our hse 4 two months wi no beds gonna try an borrow stuff from friends! Then rent fully furnished for two wks then wait in the unfurnished for stuff t arrive! We Wil hav no choice but t sleep on airbeds etc!! It really tough gettin ur mind around it al but we r of course starting a (wonderful) new life Wil update on properties I find as I'm finding that part a big pain!! Lol Linsxxx Wow you are off quick Linsey, how exciting ! I believe the TV problem is only if you use the UHF aerial input to receive TV and your TV isn't able to change country settings. Of course most people use a set top box or cable nowadays which connects with a SCART or HDMI input so making the UHF input redundant, (I've never used mine as we have Sky). DVD players need to be multiregion to play Aus DVDs. We are region 2, Aus region 4. But you can still use your existing DVD player with your UK DVDs on your existing TV so ideal for a media room:cool: Justin:wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinseyLoo Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Wow you are off quick Linsey, how exciting !I believe the TV problem is only if you use the UHF aerial input to receive TV and your TV isn't able to change country settings. Of course most people use a set top box or cable nowadays which connects with a SCART or HDMI input so making the UHF input redundant, (I've never used mine as we have Sky). DVD players need to be multiregion to play Aus DVDs. We are region 2, Aus region 4. But you can still use your existing DVD player with your UK DVDs on your existing TV so ideal for a media room:cool: Justin:wink: That's great Justin. Wil copy this post an send it to oh!! Thanks v much!! One less thing t look up!! Not messing bout I hav an interview wen we arrive v worried not having any money etc!! Want t get kids settled for a new school yr in Jan!! Oh family jus comin round t the idea now still not happy we r goin!! Filling in our tax forms etc boo!! Not long til meds now Justin!! Lol Lins P.s love t photo!! Think I wld hav a nervous breakdown now if we went t disneyland Florida!!! But looks great fun xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Morning guys, we received our visa!!! Now the real hard work begins. CONGRATULATIONS BECKS & BOOTS Did you happen to say 'white rabbits' three times when you woke up :wink::laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LB2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Morning guys, we received our visa!!! Now the real hard work begins. Congratulations :smile: Have fun celebrating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LB2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 I have no idea! Lol never been before, so until I have a look around I wouldn't know. I want somewhere with good schools (primary and secondary) maybe near a uni. Somewhere not too far from the beach and with plenty to do so my teenage daughter isn't bored. Any ideas? Not really lol. We have only been the once but we are hoping somewhere like success as is close to a decient shopping center and has a good primary school. Beach from there is about 10 mins away by car. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Not really lol. We have only been the once but we are hoping somewhere like success as is close to a decient shopping center and has a good primary school. Beach from there is about 10 mins away by car. Laura 10 mins from the beach would be great! I've not looked up Success but will do now :-) I'm wondering if I should ring DIAC. I sent a message but fully expecting an automated response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LB2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 10 mins from the beach would be great! I've not looked up Success but will do now :-) I'm wondering if I should ring DIAC. I sent a message but fully expecting an automated response. Have you sent your co an email asking them?. If not then I would say if you can stay up late and give them a call then do it, cant hurt and speaking with them one to one might get things moving. When we called it was 12.30am on the dot our time and only took about 10 mins but have also called and waited 45 mins ( only to be told there systems were down). We were in team 2 also. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyandTimmy Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Have you sent your co an email asking them?. If not then I would say if you can stay up late and give them a call then do it, cant hurt and speaking with them one to one might get things moving. When we called it was 12.30am on the dot our time and only took about 10 mins but have also called and waited 45 mins ( only to be told there systems were down). We were in team 2 also. Laura We have an agent and apparently he emailed them last week. He's ignoring me now I've asked him to call them. I emailed from the link on our page, so not sure who gets that. I've not spoken with our CO, I just know who we have from an enabled forwarded from our agent. Think I may wait a couple of days then ring. I don't mean to be impatient but we have already lost over 3 mths of our year we get to validate/move and we have a house to sell and a daughter that will do her options on oz next feb, so want her settled in a good school. Ahhhhh stress! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mizzmp Posted August 1, 2011 Author Share Posted August 1, 2011 Thanks Linsey loo, where abouts are you guys heading to? x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinseyLoo Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 Thanks Linsey loo, where abouts are you guys heading to? x Hi there! We heading t Butler, clarkson and Rockingham thou I really like joondalup. So not sure at t mo until we get there and go t visit t schools, that's why we wanted t get in b4 crimbo! We've Been told everywhere shuts down for at least 6 wks!!!. Where u guys heading? Honey & Timmy. Me thinks u should ring too!! We stayed up til 12:30evening an waited 40mins. They were cool wi us an I'm sure they Wil understand our agents didn't want us t cal... Stil don't know why?? But we r quite certain we got t ball rolling by calling. It's ur visa Hun xXx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LB2011 Posted August 1, 2011 Share Posted August 1, 2011 We have an agent and apparently he emailed them last week. He's ignoring me now I've asked him to call them. I emailed from the link on our page, so not sure who gets that. I've not spoken with our CO, I just know who we have from an enabled forwarded from our agent. Think I may wait a couple of days then ring. I don't mean to be impatient but we have already lost over 3 mths of our year we get to validate/move and we have a house to sell and a daughter that will do her options on oz next feb, so want her settled in a good school. Ahhhhh stress! Lol Not sure as we had agent too but think your right thats email would go to co. I would say you are far from impatient. Also I would say that I got on really well with our agent and could email her anythime ( she was in sydney) and would have an email the next morning BUT when it came to contacting the DIAC she said at the time she would wait another few weeks before contacting them for us ( this was to be allocated a co). I went ahead and called them the next day. All you are doing is checking that everything is in order as your agent is not contacting you back, I am sure they would be more than happy to help. Let us know how you get on. Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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