Magenta Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 It seems as if there are quite a number of families heading to Oz over the next few weeks. Would be interesting to see who is leaving when and where you are all heading to.My husband and I leave on 16 Dec (6 weeks time!!!) and we are heading for Perth Getting quite excited. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maligso Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 My wife and I and three little boys (3yrs, 3yrs & 6yrs) are leaving 1 Feb 2015 and heading for Coffs Harbour (largest town between Brisbane and Sydney) - p.s. it's my birthday 16th Dec! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyP Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 Its all very exciting. Myself, hubby, son of 12 and daughter of 7 are leaving on the 25th of November, spending two weeks with family in Sydney then heading up to the Sunshine Coast in Queensland (we are staying over in Coffs Harbour Maligso, it looks gorgeous!)Parks from this forum is on the same flight as us, also heading for QLD 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DestinationOz Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 Hubby and I arrive on the Gold Coast QLD in Feb 2015. Exciting times ahead. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AFreshStart Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 (edited) I'm checked into the BidVest Lounge in JHB as I type this. I've just made the trip up from Cape Town and will be boarding my direct flight with Qantas to Sydney in 2.5 hours. We've rented a nice little 3-bedroom terrace in the inner city suburb of Surry Hills, 15mins walking distance form my wife's office, 800m to our new Church and 400m to our son's new school. Loads of parks for myself and my 2yr old to explore and find our feet, not to mention the cafes and coffee shops.My wife and the kids will be joining me on the 22nd of November, just ahead of celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary, and what a way to see it in!CheersMatt Edited November 5, 2014 by AFreshStart 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magenta Posted November 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 I can feel the excitement in all of these posts. Hopefully it will infect and inspire all those still waiting for their visas or those who are just starting the process. It feels as if the day will never come .... But it does 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julesktm1 Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 We leave Zambia on the 30th of December. Arrive on the 31st headed to Perth. My hubby and I and two kiddies (15 and 12) yipeee 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HFamily Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 We leave Durban for Perth via Dubai on the 2nd January. Arrive in Perth on the 6th January. Can't wait to be together as a family again with hubby having been there for the past 2 months already! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericadslv Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 All 6 of us - 4 kids age 21, 19, 9 and 5 arriving in Sydney on 8th Feb to spend a few days with family and then heading for Canberra. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parks Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 Like Tammy mentioned above.....Hubby, myself and 3 kids, young lady of 17, helpful boy of 14, and our little girl angel of 8, depart 25th November for Brisbane. We can't wait.We will be staying with friends in Brisbane while we hunt for work starting on the Sunshine Coast and making our way up North right upto Cairns. Hope to be settled in 2 months when kids start school 28 January.Best wishes to all. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyTimeNow Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 I leave for Canberra on 24 November - it's me, myself and I 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miran Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 We're flying to Melbourne on 28 December. Staying in a caravan park until 12 January...... After that, we don't know yet, but can't wait to find out!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 What a lovely topic :ilikeit: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zamunda Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 All the very best to each and everyone of you.My wife and I (along with our two doggies) moved over to Adelaide one year ago.Our first year has not been easy for many reasons. But, that's how it is. We know each year will become easier than the previous one as long as we have the correct positive attitude.To share some advice with you (from our own experiences) - relocating and settling in to a whole new country, society and life style is not easy. You will have your moments of frustrations, home sickness, loneliness and the like. But none of this will ever become an overriding problem as long as you make the best of each day, each moment. Put in as much as you want out of your new life. Socialise, network and get into making new friends. Make adjustments with a welcoming attitude. Always look at the bigger picture and not let the smaller issues get the best of you. Most of all, keep reminding your selves why it is you decided to make this move in the first place.Looking at our "bigger picture" over the past one year, we both have loved every moment and thank God for this opportunity. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmz Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 Myself & Hubby will be flying out on the 13th Jan 2015. Our furchild will follow on the 02nd Feb 2015.We're heading to Brisbane & are blessed to be staying with my SIL & BIL and their 3 kids when we land.What ever happens after that is still a blur 10 weeks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazzn Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 WOW so many travelers over the festive season and lots of new Queenslanders . Make lots of notes guys going to need your help when we head over mid 2015 (God willing) Enjoy the new adventure everyone 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alida Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 We're flying out in six days !! 12 November, Emirates. It is Hubby, me, four wonderful children (9,7,3½ and 9½ mnths). Going to have a 4hr stopover in Dubai on Thursday 13th Nov and arrive in Brisbane just after 6 am Ozzie time. My brother will travel all the way down from Bargara (4 hrs, bless him !) to pick us up and take us to camp in his backyard until we know where we'll be going. We can't wait to find out, for we know God already knows and will show us in due time ! 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neels Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 I'm flying to Melbourne via Sydney on 30th November on Qantas. The missus, daughter 13 and boy 7 will join me mid January 2015. We will be living with family in Wallan, Vic until our container arrive and then we will move into our new home in ....(watch this space, don't know yet )I'm almost as excited as the day of my wedding... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel-B Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 How exciting!!! I wish I could add my date, but watch this space. Selling our home and looking for work. 2015 will be our year for sure. Happy travels to all of you making the journey. xxx 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orphan Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 The wife and I are still hoping to spend our first Christmas with our family in Maroochydore, on the Sunshine Coast.Haven't booked our flights yet, but our bags are packed and standing in the corner.We shall catch the VERY first flight out of here the moment our 143 Visa is issued, which we anticipate around 20th December. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnYellowBrickRd Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 The wife and I are still hoping to spend our first Christmas with our family in Maroochydore, on the Sunshine Coast.. That's down the road from us! You are going to LOVE it! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTLF Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 Like what Neels said - it is a feeling close to your wedding day. That's spot on for me. Mr PTLF and I are leaving for Perth on 17 Jan '15. The excitement feels like its going to burst. I feel like a kid again - so much energy and happiness and a feeling that we'll be alright and endure no matter what happens. Good luck to all of you and enjoy the ride! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruditrix Posted November 9, 2014 Report Share Posted November 9, 2014 Ooo geeeee thanx for making me sooooo jelous. Hopefully we will be leaving next year also for gold coast!Enjoy the ride and excitement!!! I will of course be reading everyones settling posts??? And tips. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted November 10, 2014 Report Share Posted November 10, 2014 Ooo geeeee thanx for making me sooooo jelous. Hopefully we will be leaving next year also for gold coast!Enjoy the ride and excitement!!! I will of course be reading everyones settling posts??? And tips.You are going to love the Gold Coast - been here for 14 years now and still love it every day Hubby and I arrive on the Gold Coast QLD in Feb 2015. Exciting times ahead.Where are you going to be staying - do you have family here? Let me know if you need anything 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pell Posted November 10, 2014 Report Share Posted November 10, 2014 Flying out on Boxing day (hubby, daughter & I), arriving Sydney 27 Dec. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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