[zardell]

No we're not going back to the UK, but we are leaving New Zealand.

OH has accepted a job offer that would have been quite difficult to refuse so we're off to Oz.

Thanks to his new employer, things are moving quite quickly so we will probably be leaving within a month or so.

All that's left to do now is sell the car, book the shippers, de-clutter, sort out the direct debits, make endless lists.......oh well, we've done it all before, so we can do it again....:laugh

Will update our progress - so if you're interested enough - watch this space........:D

:cheers

Julie

xx

[victoria]

We're interested .... good luck

[Lupin]

Very interested!!! Where in Oz are you heading. I hold a serious flame for Australia. Awesome place :)

[Smiler]

Me too :D

It'll be a walk in the park, now you know what to do. ;)

Good luck :cheers

[BaldyBeardyBloke]

Good luck m'dears, keep in touch with us on this side of the Tasman won't you.

[Anita & Marco]

Hi guys,

You just do what all the kiwis seem to do - or want to do: just cross the ditch!

I have been looking into this as well, but it seemed even harder to get a residency there than it is in NZ. Will you be able to get residency easier over there with a job at hand?

Good luck in Oz,

Anita

[jubjub]

it will be a walk in the park moving over the ditch.... compared to other side of the world!

Whereabouts you going then???

[zardell]

Oooh I wish I knew how to do those multiple quote thingies !!

We will be living in Melbourne Lupin.

As far as residency goes Anita, all I know is that if all goes according to plan, we could have our Oz residency within 6 months through OH employer and Oz PR would entitle us to work and live in NZ too (as opposed to NZ citizenship being the criteria to enable you to live and work in Oz) I don't know any more than that 'cos I haven't looked into it - haven't had the time !! It's all happened so quickly.

Julie

xx

[jubjub]

We were in Melbourne earlier in the year, and found it awfully busy, but a nice city, my friend has lived there for a couple of years now and loves it.

It gets pretty weird weather, and you had better get used to short showers! :)

Good luck

[zardell]

We were in Melbourne earlier in the year, and found it awfully busy,


Yes Sal you're quite right, we found the city very busy too.

We will be living and working in one of the suburbs, so for us we feel that we've got the best of both worlds really - nice, quiet, leafy suburb with all the amenities you could want on a daily basis and the proximity of the city (about 35 minutes drive away) when we/if we need it......:D

Julie

xx

[spudulike]

I'm interested too Julie!!

Melbourne is a fab place - although visiting there on the way back (straight from NZ) I felt like a hick from the sticks, I just wasn't used to the crowds or big city feel :laugh Hubby and I did say though that it had a great feel to it and if we ever got the chance to live there I think it would be too good to refuse.....

All the best and keep us posted.

Louise :)

[Helsandfamily]

Good Luck Julie,

I look forward to your updates and it should be an interesting comparison.

hels :)

[colindp]

Good luck and all the very best...before we left NZ I interviewed for a job in Central Queensland, if the town had not been in the back of beyond I might have accepted their offer....Once again very best wishes do keep us updated with progress......

[kimifan]

Sounds like a great adventure,

Good luck xx

[peebles16]

Good luck and keep us posted Julie

Karenx

[holland]

Julie,

Can't believe it....we coming and your going!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wishing you lots and lots of luck

J and G xxxx

[Anita & Marco]

Hi Julie,

You will be having fun in Melbourne - great place!!!

All the best,
anita

[gil]

Wow, you bet I'm interested! Exciting news Julie. Wishing you all the best and please do keep in touch,
Lots of love,

Gil
xx

[Marie P]

Best wishes to you both on your next adventure .

Keep us posted .

Marie x

[leachio]

Well well ur off on another new adventure Julie!!!

I hope you are both as happy over in Aus as we are to be home :nice1

Keep us updated Amanda xx

[jubjub]

which end of Melbourne are you going to? We were at the Brighton end mostly with my friend (south east)...

[zardell]

To the east near the Dandenong Ranges - not to be confused with Dandenong the suburb.

We have friends who live on the Mornington Peninsula and we thought it was really nice around that area too.

Julie

xx

[jubjub]

Ooh, we went to the ranges, they were lovely. Nice wildlife park up there.

Seemed a nice area too when we were driving through it.

[vixxann]

Wow
Wow and wow - what news :nice1

Good luck - keep us all up to date and all the very best of luck to you
Our very good friends are going (from wet Lancs) to Adelaide in February so I've an interest in hearing all about anything oz.

[Andy-Dee]

Good luck Julie, keep us all updated.
Dee

[katandbob]

I just knew this was coming - I am expecting a call Julie!

SOON....

Kat! (now I must do some work!) I didn't log on yesterday as Jason was hogging my laptop!

[K&CS]

Good luck - I have a friend who recently moved to Melbourne after 9 years in chch. She seems to be enjoying it - loves the higher wages and lower tax! I've only been once (many many years ago) but it's supposed to be a great city - great shopping too!!

Kate x

[KerryS]

Good luck with the move - I love Melbourne. I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time there.

[Sam B]

Wow! How exciting! I've never been there, but friends that went there loved it. Keep us posted.

[incredible hulse]

Good luck Julie. Lived in Sydney before and loved it. Must say Oz is definetly in our thoughts at the moment (just a few more months to get NZ PR first though). Worth checking out the 457 visa rather than PR initially - you can get some nice tax breaks down this route. I worked under an umbrella company who did all the tax side for me - can PM the details if interested

[Jules]

Good luck in your new adventure Julie :cheers

Jules

[willsken]

I have to say pal, the call came as no surprise at all. I just wish you all the very best of luck in the world for the next part of lifes journey. I have to say though.... I can't wait to come out on holiday! You better start hunting for some decent sausages as soon as you get there! :D :D :nice1

[zardell]

I have to say though.... I can't wait to come out on holiday! You better start hunting for some decent sausages as soon as you get there! :D :D :nice1


Consider it done.......:nice1

Julie

xxx

[Cardy]

Hi Julie were shocked:uhoh you dont do anything by halfs do you. I couldnt take the stress of another move like that in a hurry:roll We,ll miss your special bread.
Good luck and keep in touch.
Cardy and bev:nice1

[Leccy-Lee]

Wow Julie, never expected that one. Just when i got here and had you on my list of forumites to pop round for a cuppa too!
Still excellent for you and family, sure you'll love it there, not been to Oz yet myself, but its on the list to visit.

I would go and work there but going under floors and into loft with those killer spiders really doesnt appeal to me! LOL

Have a stressless as possible time packing up the bits, and you will have a ball. Dont be a stranger.

Oh, and do send over some warm aussie weather eh, starting to wonder if NZ wetter than UK even! lol And finally, please mention the rugby results to them as much as possible!! :laugh :laugh

[zardell]

We,ll miss your special bread.

Cardy and bev:nice1



Well, it gives you somewhere to visit doesn't it......:laugh

If we can't run to a BBQ and Squidgy Bread, the kettle (no - it's NOT a jug!!) is always on and there will always be Yorkshire Tea in the caddy.

Seems a long time since we were all back in the UK and wondering if we would ever make it here eh? I remember someone being 'Devastated' too - do you??

Julie

xx

[zardell]

Wow Julie, never expected that one. Just when i got here and had you on my list of forumites to pop round for a cuppa too!

And finally, please mention the rugby results to them as much as possible!! :laugh :laugh



You're always welcome for a brew Lee - wherever I am.

And as far as the Rugby goes - consider it done Mate.

Julie

xx

[Moorf]

Blimey!! All the best for the move Julie, another country to explore. :clap

My neighbour's daughter lives in Melbourne and loves it - neighbour goes twice a year to visit and adores the place, too.

Will be interesting to have some more Oz/NZ comparisons too!

Safe journey both of you...

Helen
x

[marcia]

Wow - you don't half like flitting!!!

Hope you find a place you fall in love with, and can call home.

We won't be asking to 'pop' anything in your container this time - we're staying put here!! :laugh

Keep in touch.

Marcia, Kev and the boys!

PS - Emerson still takes 'Julie dog' to bed every night!!:nice1

[pinkpiggy]

So Julie, another bites the dust. :nice1

Hope the move goes well and you find a lovely place to call home. :D We definitely wants some pics of the area once you're there.

[Albertz]

All the best Julie, hope it all goes to plan for ya! :nice1

[thezorbster]

Brilliant news, hope it all works out well for you.:nice1

[Cardy]

Well, it gives you somewhere to visit doesn't it......:laugh

If we can't run to a BBQ and Squidgy Bread, the kettle (no - it's NOT a jug!!) is always on and there will always be Yorkshire Tea in the caddy.

Seems a long time since we were all back in the UK and wondering if we would ever make it here eh? I remember someone being 'Devastated' too - do you??

Julie

xx

I Do Julie theres been a lot of water under the old bridge since then eh?

[Cardy]

Forgot to say . just been on my bosses leaving do hes moving to oz (the gold coast) hes going to be managing some holiday propertys there so we might see you on one of our freebie visits. WE HAVE JUST BEEN TO THE COCK AND BULL ON TERAPA STRAIGHT AND THEY HAD YORKSHIRE PUDDINGS ON THE MENU:cheers

[Cardy]

Forgot to say . just been on my bosses leaving do hes moving to oz (the gold coast) hes going to be managing some holiday propertys there so we might see you on one of our freebie visits. WE HAVE JUST BEEN TO THE COCK AND BULL ON TE RAPA STRAIGHT AND THEY HAD YORKSHIRE PUDDINGS ON THE MENU:cheers

[zardell]

Forgot to say . just been on my bosses leaving do hes moving to oz (the gold coast) hes going to be managing some holiday propertys there so we might see you on one of our freebie visits. WE HAVE JUST BEEN TO THE COCK AND BULL ON TE RAPA STRAIGHT AND THEY HAD YORKSHIRE PUDDINGS ON THE MENU:cheers



Oooh we went to the Cock and Bull with Kim and Elaine a couple of months ago. Had a really good time too.

See, I knew I could rely on you to visit us in Oz. Maybe we could arrange a forum meet there too.........:laugh :nice1

:cheers

Julie

xx

[jo b]

Julie,

all the best with the move..........can't say I was that surprised. (I know we haven't spoke i ages). I really hope you find Oz more to your liking :)

Still Blackburn still isn't the same with out you.

Oh take plenty of bug spray!!!

Take care

Jo and family

xx

[Silverwing86]

Wow Julie, what an exciting turn of events :nice1 !

As it happens, there may be a tiny, potential inkling of this in our future as well (very premature as yet), but I would have to say that although I've always had a 'thing' for Australia, after nine months here I think I would find it hard to leave NZ 'for good'. Ah well, we'll see what the future has to offer...

Wonderful how life works out sometimes, isn't it :clap?

Anyway, wishing you good luck with the move and all the best with a bright, happy and healthy (and probably warm !) future for you and yours. Take care and please do let us know how you're getting on !

Silver

[zardell]

I think I would find it hard to leave NZ 'for good'.



Oh yes - I sooo agree with that.

NZ is AWESOME.

And you're right when you say how wonderful life can work out - even though some things are unexpected.

Julie

xx

[zardell]

all the best with the move..........can't say I was that surprised. (I know we haven't spoke i ages).



Thanks for the good wishes Jo - much appreciated.

And you're right, it must be coming up 12 months since we spoke to each other. How are you and yours ?

Wish I had your psychic powers so I could see my future........will we ever be ready for the shippers coming??....:laugh

Take care Jo,

Julie

xx

[jo b]

Thanks for the good wishes Jo - much appreciated.

And you're right, it must be coming up 12 months since we spoke to each other. How are you and yours ?

Wish I had your psychic powers so I could see my future........will we ever be ready for the shippers coming??....:laugh

Take care Jo,

Julie

xx
Jules I'll explain on msn sometime why I thought this..........defo not phsycic would have won the lotto if so:)

Take care

Jo

[sizzlingbadger]

Great news, hope it all goes well for you :nice1

[zardell]

The shippers are in next Monday (29th) and the flights are booked. We fly to Oz on Saturday 3rd November.

Ooooerr...:uhoh

Now, back to the de-cluttering.

:exit

Julie

xx

[jubjub]

bloomin hec, you dont hang around do you???

Hope everything goes smoothly for you and you dont have to camp without too much stuff for too long!

[willsken]

:eek: :eek: :eek: How soon???? Blimey you've got your work cut out..... Good luck!!!

xxx

[Kim39]

Ay up Ju, said i would post. Thanks for your hospitality over the last 24 hours we enjoyed it. We hope and pray that this works for you and Steve, but you know should the need to return means there is always a place for you guys at Brierley towers whilst you sort yourselves out again.

Will email a couple of the photo's over, especially the one where you were close to going over on the chair. That one has turned out great.:D

Good luck and we'll hope to catch ya soon.


Kim

[sizzlingbadger]

OMG that certainly isn't mucking around :eek: :eek:

Hope everything works out for you guys in Oz :nice1

[sidabrine]

Congratulations about the move!!! We're moving too (to Sydney) and as we tell our kiwi friends, colleagues and random people we meet about it, the overwhelming majority say "good on ya", "wise choice", "i wish i could move too". I just don't get it, if you're a kiwi, what stops you from moving?!? Just pack up and go! What is so good about moving to OZ? Why don't they move if it is so good?

Anyway. Few questions here. Are you aware of a similar forum for people settling down in OZ? I looked around and found a few, but nothing really as helpful and lively as this one.

Also, are you aware of a website that would be similar to trademe? I had a look at ebay and gumtree and it looks like cars and property and everything else have their own trading websites, so there's no really one huge online marketplace where "all ozzies buy and sell"? Or have you found one?

And just out of curiosity, are you moving on work visas 457 or as PR? We're sitting on our bums waiting for the paperwork to go through (for work visas) and as the days go by the move feels more and more unreal. Any indication on how long it took you to arrange visas would be very very welcome!