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Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by adeolabilkis002: 5:37pm On Oct 27, 2017 |
[quote author=tyosho post=61807458]On culture shocks- Calling everyone by name did not come so much as a surprise because i worked in an industry that encouraged that in Nigeria. What however shocked me is how people here feel so comfortable with a habit like smoking.Almost everyone in my office smokes and they do not seem to think anything is bad with it.People call their ogas to go with them outside for smokes.Man o,woman o,team leader o,manager o,new recruit o,everybody go gather smoke the smoke ![]() Unlike back home where smoking is seen as a vice for miscreants and irresponsible people,here the most intelligent and brightest people smoke and its not a sign of bad character or a character flaw.Makes me wonder whether we have priorities misplaced at home. Another thing here is its normal for colleagues to invite you out for drinks(you pay for yourself of course).Fridays,weekends,start of training,end of training,promotion,etc etc, na drinks bar e dey end. My friend who i met here told me its not a bad idea to go along with them once in a while and i think so too.I went once and it was fun!!!.I do not smoke or drink but i had plenty fun all the same. Another thing too is they like to talk a loooooot.MY gawd!!!!! How are you is met with a lenghty response of how last night went,what happened on the train,what happened outside the office so so so. How was your weekend nko?Looong story too ![]() At first it was strange for me because when they say "ty how are you",im like "fine" and they have this look of "is that all?",some will even be like "just fine?"" why just fine ?" and in my mind im like "what else again ooo?". But now me too don dey cram stories give them make i no carry last. You are extremely funny 6 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by WIZGUY69(m): 5:57pm On Oct 27, 2017 |
bligs: Fvck it... Heaven on earth. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by WIZGUY69(m): 5:58pm On Oct 27, 2017 |
tyosho:Then definitely... the suburb of Australia can be compared to the most developed areas in Africa . Jesu 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by WIZGUY69(m): 5:59pm On Oct 27, 2017 |
Mcslize: Hmmm.. I so much love clean surroundings + nature... |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by bellong: 10:34pm On Oct 27, 2017 |
sweetgal81: You will pay school fees. About $4500/year the last I know. If you are coming on student visa, why not go to state that will be cheaper for you and one you can easily get a job to do. Forget about South Australia. Of course, if God specifically asked you to choose SA, so be it. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by bellong: 10:35pm On Oct 27, 2017 |
Tee79: I think you should do everything possible to get 20 points from English. It is not worth coming with 489 to SA unless you have a lot of money. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by salford1: 12:35am On Oct 28, 2017 |
WellEndowed:Hmmm. I would like to visit someday, and I may fall in love with the Country. I love towns or cities that are green and clean ![]() 4 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by tyosho: 3:55am On Oct 28, 2017 |
WIZGUY69: Where most nigerians that i have met live(even those of us that have been here less than a year) is the kind of house people that "have arrived" live in Nigeria.I pray we start helping ourselves back home. Cars,good food,quality education,excellent medical service,efficient emergency response,going on vacations etc are not exclusive to the rich and mighty 21 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by einsteino(m): 4:35am On Oct 28, 2017 |
salford1: only visit? you no go apply for Aussie PR? lol 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Tee79(f): 8:06am On Oct 28, 2017 |
[quote author=bellong post=61835567] I think you should do everything possible to get 20 points from English. It is not worth coming with 489 to SA unless you have a lot of money.[/quote What about NT? I wrote IELTS, I got 10 pts. I have written pte twice still 10 points. Thats why I am considering 489 visa. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by bellong: 8:51am On Oct 28, 2017 |
[quote author=Tee79 post=61841417][/quote] Northern Territory is better. |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by gnykelly(m): 9:28am On Oct 28, 2017 |
Dear God I can't wait. I just need the finance to move God. 2 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by ideamaster(m): 12:21pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
Let me post a few pictures. Someone has to represent Perth... 1 - What ever this thing is in Elizabeth Quay, Perth CBD. 2 - Elizabeth Quay 3 - Elizabeth Quay 4 - Perth Train station 8 Likes
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Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by ideamaster(m): 12:23pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
1 - 4 - Views from Kings Park, Perth 8 Likes
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Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by ideamaster(m): 12:29pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
1 - Typical view in a surburb (Beckenham) 2 - Park gym in Beckenham 3 and 4 - Beckenham Train Station 8 Likes
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Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by ideamaster(m): 12:32pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
1 - Another suburb view...not sure which surburb but most likely Baldivis 2 - Picture from Perth Royal Show 3 - Shopping centre 6 Likes
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Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Nobody: 12:53pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
Lol@represent Perth. Carry go. Baldivis is such a beautiful suburb. I remember the first time I visited. I couldn't decide which I liked better Morley or Baldivis Honestly I think Perth suburbs are a lot "cleaner" than Melbourne's ![]() 2 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Nobody: 12:55pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
salford1: How can you visit without tapping into the blessings of PR? ![]() ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by bellong: 1:56pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
WellEndowed: I have had opportunity to tour the two cities. Perth is cleaner in my opinion and assessment. I could be biased though.. ![]() |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Tee79(f): 3:09pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
bellong: Thanks |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by legendary4luv(m): 8:34pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
All I can say is "WOW" canny has always been my dream country but after going through this thread, you guys just make reconsider!AUSSIE ALL THE WAY!!!! Make I graduate next year sha by God's grace I go join Una soon! Thanks to everybody that contributed positively to this thread! It's one big happy fam 13 Likes |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Priceless25: 8:55pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
bellong: It's where I'm heading to, with same visa subclass (489). 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by legendary4luv(m): 9:33pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
Priceless25: Sorry to ask but I thought this visa is only meant for engr students? |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by bellong: 9:56pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
legendary4luv: Go to the other thread to read more. It is not for Engineering students only. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by bellong: 9:56pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
Priceless25: It is better than South Australia at the moment. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by legendary4luv(m): 10:52pm On Oct 28, 2017 |
bellong: Ok sorry for derailing but someone mentioned that's it's just engr, I will learn from the other group. Thanks! |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Nobody: 12:19am On Oct 29, 2017 |
My E-brother, @Bellong is a year older today!!! Many people have passed through this life without touching any life. On the 29th of October, 19XX, a star was born into this world. A star who has made impact on the lives of many people. On this special day, may you be blessed with love, joy and may God grant you all your heart desires. As you add a year today, may you and your family be celebrated always. May you be blessed abundantly today, tomorrow and the days to come! You are a star to other people, may you continue to shine brighter and brighter. Happy Birthday to my wonderful and handsome E-brother, @Bellong. ![]() ![]() Happy Birthday to you/2xce Happy Birthday to you, Uncle Bellong Happy Birthday to you. 26 Likes
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Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Nobody: 2:26am On Oct 29, 2017 |
bellong: No argument there. Perth is a lot cleaner. Happy birthday Bellong 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by Nobody: 3:00am On Oct 29, 2017 |
[quote author=GlitteringStar post=61865442]My E-brother, @Bellong is a year older today!!! As you add a year today, may you and your family be celebrated always. May you be blessed abundantly today, tomorrow and the days to come! HAPPY BIRTHDAY SIR.God's blessings shall not cease in your life and family. 1 Like |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by yinkeys(m): 4:27am On Oct 29, 2017 |
bellong:Hello bro, happy belated birthday. Hope your weekend is going fine. I can't find petroleum or mining engineering which is my discipline on the Australia SSL list. In addition I've come up short with experience because it seems a minimum of 3 years is required. I'm thinking of a way to gain some experience on materials engineering in the oil & gas industry. I saw chemical & materials engineering. I do cut hair for fun occasionally though, but I'm actually looking to practice engineering or anything related to bioresources,energy research or alternate hydrocarbon sources over there. I guess I'd take IELTS before the year folds up Any suggestions or advice is of utmost importance to me. |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by yinkeys(m): 4:41am On Oct 29, 2017 |
ideamaster:Serene environs |
Re: Living In Australia/life As An Australian Immigrant by yinkeys(m): 5:50am On Oct 29, 2017 |
tyosho:Super cool I'm loving it. |
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