Such sad news about dear Gollywobbler

Hi, to all the lovely members of Poms in Oz and Poms in Adelaide. It's been a while since my last post, I know, but I'm moved to make contact again for two reasons. The first, and maybe the most important, is to say, to those who don't already know, I only found out this evening that our wonderful Gollywobbler (Gill), passed away in January of this year. To say I'm feeling very sad is an understatement. She gave so much to members, old and new, of PIO and PIA, insofar as migration matters were concerned, and helped countless numbers of people who didn't know which way to turn about starting their migration journeys to Oz. We had some personal contact through these forums, but although we never met in person, I knew she was a wonderful human being. Such a sad loss. My heart goes out to her family and loved ones.

This heart-rending news makes my second reason for visiting PiO/PiA pale into insignificance, but because my husband and I owe so much to members following my initial plea for help and advice about returning to Oz after a long absence, and the sound advice we received which resulted in having our permanent residential status restored, I felt I should let you all know that we have finally received our official date for our Citizenship ceremony and are thrilled to say we'll become Australian Citizens on 23 January 2017. It's been a long road, but one we're very happy to have travelled. Thank you to everyone who contributed with help and advice, especially in the early days.

I so wish I could have told Gollywobbler about our happy ending. She'd have raised a glass or three, I know. I'm raising one to her now. God bless her lovely heart.

Yes, it was very sad news about Gollywobbler. She helped many during her years on the forums and was very passionate in her help and support of others. Kate did share news of her passing to members and I was shocked to hear about it.

While I realise there is sadness with Gill's passing and its been a long road you've travelled to reach this point, it is an important event in your life, congratulations on your citizenship.