Comments on: Why do so many people move to, or want to move to, Australia?

By: observer

observer — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 06:59:13 +0000

;there arent enough black people here ‘is this serious why should there be more black people here – u muppet

By: sudha

sudha — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 06:14:34 +0000

People from all across the globe, are drawn towards Australia. Even I have applied for a student visa this year. Thanks for sharing the advantages and disadvantages of living in Australia. Your caution regarding walks in the countryside is awesome!

By: Stanley Lee

Stanley Lee — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:35:50 +0000

Australia is very similar to Canada in many respect, ranging from tax systems, scenery, and also economy (i.e. the kinds of businesses and jobs available in both places). Australia isn’t as cold as many places in Canada (i.e. Winter wonderland). I think another major benefit that you have overlooked is the time zone difference (or lack of) with many countries in Asia, as this is one of the reasons why businesses are flocking to Australia (to deal with China while still enjoying the benefits of Western culture).

By: visas to australia

visas to australia — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:34:39 +0000

I just read this article. Moving to any country can be a daunting task and only a small number realize their Australian dream. If you have decided you would like to live in an Australian city, deciding which city is bound to eat up a big chunk of your time. Australia is a free country. We have a welfare system that helps those in need. Australia is one of my number one destinations to live abroad.. everything about it is beautiful from the weather, people, laws and the nature side of things. I think Australia is possibly one of the greatest countries in the world.

By: Annabel Candy

Annabel Candy — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 04:07:43 +0000

So much to do, so little time! Thanks Trish. Yes, we loved Port Douglas too and Cape Tribulation but about 99.9% of Australia still awaits our exploration. It’s great to know that it’s all out there waiting for when we’re ready. The ‘roo bars are all in place, now all we need is a spare year or two:)

By: Trish Kane

Trish Kane — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 03:59:51 +0000

I was just looking at the new members page and my eye caught your Australian title. Anything about Australia brings about wonderful memories, so here I am!

I immigrated to Australia, by myself, at the age of 22. 39 years ago! My family must have thought I was crazy, but I was determined to go. I LOVED Australia and still wish to this day that I could return. Having lived all over the East coast and travelled a lot in Aus and NZ it’s still heartbreaking to me that I probably can’t go back. I lived there 18 years and never wanted to return to the U.S.

I haven’t read all your blogs, but as you’re up in QLD I hope you can venture out to the many Barrier islands off the coast, and snorkle or dive on the Barrier Reef. I particularly loved the little town of Port Douglas, north of Cairns. It’s really beautiful up there. It’s probably changed a bunch since I saw it last, as I returned to the States in 1987, much to my disgust. My Aussie husband had a job offer he couldn’t refuse.

The Blue Mountains, to the West of Sydney are really interesting too, as is Sydney itself. It’s the most beautiful city in the world, in my humble opinion. I lived there for almost 10 years. I also lived a bit south of Brisbane for a year, and in Melbourne for quite a while.

Adelaide is a great city to visit, as well as the surrounding wineries and coastal areas. The drive from Adelaide to Melbourne by the coast is amazing. The drive from Melbourne up to the coast to Sydney is equally beautiful, but in a different way.

Driving in the outback is fun, but be prepared with a “roo bar” on your car or truck. They grow the ‘roos big out there!

Now that I know you have a blog, I’ll keep in touch and read the rest of your stories. Have a blast!

Trish

By: Annabel Candy

Annabel Candy — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 12:26:34 +0000

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By: Annabel Candy

Annabel Candy — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 12:22:09 +0000

Thanks for your comments, Jeff, so glad you’ve been enjoying. I like the idea of wearing wetsuits for our walks in the countryside but don’t think our kids will be getting out of the car next time we go there, no matter what we are wearing, apart from the middle boy who is a bit loco! If you do come to Australia and want to have a leech experience I can tell you where to go, but don’t expect us to come with you. Good luck with all your travel plans and don’t forget to subscribe for email updates to In the Hot Spot. It sounds as if you are at an amazing crossroads as you plan the rest of your life. It’s great to hear that you are going to visit a lot of different countries before settling down. I think you are truly blessed to have such amazing options in front of you. Good luck with all your travel plans.

By: Jeff Lewis

Jeff Lewis — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:57:25 +0000

Annabel, thank you for your blog. You’re so funny, and I am having such a good time reading them.

Although I defiantly sympathize for the trauma your oldest and youngest had and hope that they do not carry around those leeches for the rest of their lives. But for some strange reason I seem to relate to your middle child.

As a kid going out hiking and getting into anything and everything I could was my nature, always wanting to explore and have new experiences.

Maybe the next time the family goes for a walk you should all be wearing wetsuits ha ha.

Ever since I was a child there has been a pull to Australia. That cannot be explained. I have been to seven different countries do to the military, but never made it to the one I most desired to visit. Am in the process of planning out the rest of my life and will visit many different countries to decide where to settle down at and your country is high on my hopes list.

Again Annabel, thank you for the blog, I look forward to it continuing.

Jeff