NorthumbrianDavid

Good to see some people still here, Pegg. I'm not as keen on FB!

Jeez it's hot today think I'll scrap my lunchtime walk. Glad to be in the office in the aircon.

If you're Northern Suburbs then I can recommend Mindarie Car Hire. We used them last year when parents visited

It's gone really quiet on here these days. This forum was so much help for us when planning the move across. How's everyone doing? I'd love to hear from those planning a move, or just moved, or those who are already here!

Hi guys - I'm looking for recommendations for nice wineries to visit in the Swan Valley. I'm not a massive wine drinker so looking more for a relaxed tasting experience with good surroundings and welcoming staff. I've been to Sandalford and Windy Creek Estate and although they're very different, I enjoyed them both!

Thanks for the recommendation. Two episodes in and really enjoying it! Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

I'm not an expert in it - but consider applying for a RRV. You may or may not be granted one but a Mara registered agent should be able to guide you through it and give further advice. Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Cheers for that. [emoji106] Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Thanks VeryStormy - Just so I get this right in my mind: We aren't covered by Medicare until we clear quarantine and register, the reciprocal agreement isn't applicable, we need medical insurance until registered with Medicare? TIA.

For the period between landing in Oz and getting out to register for Medicare are we still covered by the reciprocal agreement? Or should I have extended travel insurance for a few weeks? We're PR. Cheers. Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

One thing to mention - I got a completely different feel of the suburbs when driving around them to researching online. Different at night to through the day as well. Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

We were supposed to move over in April but our flights were cancelled on us. We'll get there eventually! Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

We were based in Secret Harbour for our 3 week reccie. I really liked the place. It had a nice feeling and has a decent restaurant in the Whistling Kite. It's a short drive to Mandurah where we spent fair bit of time, although it's got a mixed reputation. It'll probably take you an hour to drive to the CBD, which isn't too bad if you can work from home a couple days a week. The car parks at the train stations are rammed at peak times. The properties are really cheap to buy/rent compared with the northern suburbs. Not sure about schools but you can check out the rankings here https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/wa-school-atar-ranking-2019-how-did-your-school-perform-in-2019-20200108-p53psl.html .

A cheap deal sounds good Ali. I've only been there for a day trip and loved it. Would be great to spend a night or two [emoji4] Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Mind you 14 days quarantine on Rotto sounds tempting! Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Yeah we could have rearranged a flight and got in as PR, but I decided to hold on and let the jobs market pick up a little. Trying to relax a little and enjoy the weather in the UK! [emoji3508] Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

We had our one-way flights cancelled last month just as we were about to migrate to Perth and need to rebook at some point (sooner rather than later). Anyone else watching and waiting and hoping? [emoji3061] Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Hope everyone had a good one.

Thanks Ali. [emoji106] Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Probably a daft question, but is it worth shipping a tumble dryer over for use in the winter months? Sent from my Redmi Note 7 using Tapatalk

Yeah - that's the plan Pegg, just hope it doesn't take too long once we're out there. I'm keeping an interested eye on the exchange rate!

Thanks Ali - We'll do that.

I was wondering if any of the kind nurse types on here could take a look at my OH's CV and give us some pointers on how to improve it for Oz? Possibly @ali ? I've read through a few old threads but any fresh advice on job hunting would also be great. She's got lots of years ICU experience, the last two of which as a Junior Sister (Clinical Nurse?). Thanks

Cheers Rossmoyne. Everything seems to be lining up for January. We'll just have to prepare for being out of work until things pick up.

Thanks for that Ali.