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@HousewifeDownUnder
American expat in Australia
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Registration: 30 April 2012
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5 good reasons for living in Australia by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Australia, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
1) It's easy to have a healthy and active lifestyle here. 2) The weather is generally pleasant. 3) There's lots of natural beauty. 4) It's a good place to raise a family (good schools, safe neighbourhoods, etc). 5) Koalas! Read More
Moved to Port Melbourne with 2 year old son by DanicaBarton
Hi, we have a 2 year old son, Leo, and will be living in Port Melbourne for 2 years. We arrived about 6 weeks ago. We don't know anybody here but I'm sure there are plenty in the same position! I would love to make some new friends here for walks / ...
My husband used to work in Port Melbourne, so I used to go down there all the time. I'm certain there must be playgroups and mother's groups there because every time I go jogging at Albert Park Lake, I see small armies of mothers pushing prams ... Read More
Can Americans get work in Australia by Mike Wei
Hello, The economy seems to be better in Australia. Is it easy for Americans to get work in Australia? I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and over 10 years accounting experience. However I would be willing to make a career change ...
Try looking at jobs.com.au or seek.com.au to see what kind of jobs are out there. Unless you have some other plan, you will probably need to get an employer to sponsor you for your visa, so it might be worth contacting some of the companies with ... Read More
What do you Not miss about your home country? by ericwt
There are definitely times I miss things from the USA. Selection, choices and convenience come to mind. I miss my family. But I do not miss... The media addicted society. The mindless masses following leaders that do not have a clue how to ...
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What food do you miss from home by haggishunter
When i move i will miss.... Going to the chippie My mum's homemade lentil soup mince and tatties stovies chip buttie with brown sauce shortbread :thanks:
Cap'n Crunch breakfast cereal and Kraft Deluxe Mac & Cheese in the sharp cheddar flavour. *sigh* Read More