Is the grass really greener??

[elainew]

Yes I would say the grass is greener. We have never looked back.

[kangomik]

If you have a high wage in the UK then seriously think about it.

Sorting your mind out is key i think, have a serious think about what you will miss and can you all cope without those.

Realise that you will do exactly the same chores as you do in the UK, but things are quirkier here. Food shopping is deffinately different.

Saying all that, we came for a better quality of life for the kids and on that score it's ticked the box's.

It ticks a few more for us also.

Remember what set you off on this adventure, go back to those thoughts.

[carryon]

The grass sure is greener for us too! The move was a great thing for the kids, always outside playing, even yesterday in torrential rain Will was on his bike! People are so friendly and approachable and not up themselves, we all go out more and for me living by the beach is a winner, even to drive down and look out at the sea whilst having my pie and Iced coffee gives me pleasure, and we have so much more space which causes less friction, all in all after 14 months, wow we love it, best thing we ever did!

Simon:)

[ozzieclare2be]

Ive been here 13 months now and had so many ups and downs its untrue. Dont underestimate how hard the initial move is, many people think getting the visa is the hard part, believe me thats the easy bit. Be prepared that things are going to be different from the uk on many levels and that you may need to start from scratch on some things.

On the whole for me now the grass is much greener, but its taken me a while to realise x:)

[HEAPS GOOD !!!]

Ive been here 13 months now and had so many ups and downs its untrue. Dont underestimate how hard the initial move is, many people think getting the visa is the hard part, believe me thats the easy bit. Be prepared that things are going to be different from the uk on many levels and that you may need to start from scratch on some things.

On the whole for me now the grass is much greener, but its taken me a while to realise x:)

Good on yer chick...so pleased for yas.....

The grass is deffo greener for me over here, with the exception of the cricket result that is :daydreaming:

you gotta be 100% sure that your doing the right thing, not just for yorself but your family as a whole, the early part is bloody hard work and there is alot of adjusting to be done.
Come with an open mind, take in every piece of info that your given, make friends as quick as you can cos the closest friends become your new family, our new family are awesome.

The aussies are lovely people in my opinion ( never met a bad one yet ) .

All the best and catch you on the other side soon.

HG

[Tina P]

The aussies are lovely people in my opinion ( never met a bad one yet ) .

All the best and catch you on the other side soon.

Hi,

'Never met a bad one yet' comment always makes me laugh - I have, lots.
Just like everyone the world over, rude people do exist here aswell.

I have also met lots of good Austrlians.

Everyone is different so no one can answer if the grass is greener for YOU.

Good luck

Tina

[nishman]

It's greener at the moment, but only because of all the rain we've had recently - by Christmas it'll be back to it's dry and crispy browness:)
Whether it's greener or not is maybe not the issue. It's different in many ways, some of which may take some getting used to - some you'll like, some you might not. Beach and outdoor life are great - infrastructure and driving (!) probably not so good. Wages can be comparible (depending on how you compare I suppose); cost of living (food and beer) are not cheaper I would say and we certainly shop a lot smarter now because of it. Wine is plentiful and cheap-as, fuel too i would say is cheaper.
We both work now, which is a lifestyle choice, but given our kids are older and more independant now anyway, it is likely that we would have been the same in the UK.
If nothing else, it's an adventure - and if it was all plain sailing and easy, where would the fun be in that

[greggies5]

Hey Up Mr Walker, is that you? Mike Gregg here in Adelaide.

[Mark&Vikki]

Now then mike, yes it's me wacker back home. Hope you're all settled in now and all is going well. Rick Sherburn was telling us you're having a great time out there.

Maybe now I could pick your brains about houses, areas, jobs and schools if you don't mind. As you know, it all seems a bit confusing when you're still over here.
Been on some job sites and it seems like there's plenty of work, is that the case?

My email is walker812@tiscali.co.uk if you get chance to advise us on some stuff.

Many Thanks

Mark & Vikki

[rowy]

Hi, we're Mark 42 (Mehanical Fitter), Vikki 36 (Housewife) and our 3 children, Maisie 8, Joe 5 & Woody 2. Just registered on PIA tonight.

Mark has had TRA passed, we were going for PR but his trade has been taken off the 'wanted' list. Luckily SA still have it on theirs so we're going down the sponsorship route.

We're having a bit of a 'wobbly'patch at the moment though wondering if we will be better off over there or not. Would really love some honest stories, good or bad, on people's experiences of moving over there.

We're a bit daunted and wonder where's the best place to start, i.e. area, good schools, 4 bed rental properties (seem to be loads of 2 & 3 bed but not 4) also rental costs seem quite high?? Could you still have a good standard of living, food costs, utility bills etc. Please advise x

Can I ask what Visa are you going on? Is it a 175/176 because we thought you did get benefits on this Visa? (if anyone can confirm please). Anyway you will get loads of advice off the guys already out there on this site. We visited last Oct and now cant wait to go. Good luck, Penny