Hello everyone, I am new to this and not quite sure of the format for this.
anyway, I am looking to be moving to QLD sometime after May. I am currently finishing of a degree in Geology and here that there are plenty opportunities in geology in Oz.

The plan for me and my lot, is that; I come out for the first 6+months, and 'bed into' the area and job, followed by my wife and 2 kids.

Its early days, and Visa's etc, still need to be sorted,

I was hoping for some info on the day to day living cost's of living in QLD (Brisbane); grocery costs; fuel costs; property rental; gas/electric; etc..etc

also my kids are 2yrs and (4 going on) 5yrs, so any info on child care/schooling would be great.

Finally, in general, how have you found life down under and how did you find transitioning from the UK to AUS?

Many thanks for now and I look forwards to reading any replies.

Ta Marcus:smile:

 

Hi Marcus
Welcome to LIQ. We have been over here just over 5 years now ,my kids are now 8 and 13 and i do believe we moved them at a good time. Life is 'different' but as long as your happy to adapt you can fit in really well and the aussies are a friendly bunch.
Where in Brisbane are you looking at living as costs can vary place to place?

Cal x

 

Geology is definitely a good place to be right now!! Especially if you are happy to the do FIFO at the mines. It's a VERY well paid profession.

In terms of rental costs, it very much depends on where you want to live and what exactly you are looking for in a property.......

Groceries - I can't really help!! I just buy what I need, when I need it and don't really add up as I go!!!

Fuel - around the $1.50 mark per litre at the moment.

Gas - not a lot of mains gas around - generally bottles, no idea on cost - never had it. My electricity costs seem high compared to a lot if people at around $1000 per quarter.

Love

Rudi
x

 

where to live?

Thanks to you both for your reply. At the moment I have no idea where to live. It is not that much of an issue for the first 6+ months as I will be by myself, but certainly when the family come out I would ideally like somewhere where there is a good community, plenty to do for the kids, good schools, and not to expensive. I am hoping that whenever I arrive I will be able to have a better look at different areas, but any suggestions would be very greatly received.

 

Hi Marcus,

Welcome to LIQ....

Have you checked to see if you can get a visa at the moment. You may find that you need a couple of years experience after your degree to qualify for a skilled visa. Can I suggest you contact one of the more reputable agents and have a chat about your best course of action to get the visa you need. "Visa bureau" and "Go Matilda" are two agents who do an online assessment and will give you a free chat on the phone to assess your options. Then you can formulate your plan to obtain the visa... You do not have to use a agent to get the visa, but a quick chat with one can be a great help.