I would only move to Australia if you can afford the high cost of housing and living expenses. It’s a lovely place to live if you can afford it. If you’re on a low income you will struggle to find a house and rental. The competition is fierce and many homes are bought sight unseen in some cases. Everywhere is becoming too expensive as the cities like Brisbane are sky rocketing in price. It’s a shame as a Brit been here 10 years. You can no longer live where you want as it is based on income and asset wealth. I’m on $100,000 a year and consider myself poor and cannot afford to live in the cities or by the beach. Pushed to a regional area isolated, lack of infrastructure, things to do, low cost housing equals a dog box in Australia. I should be grateful I have a house. As many people are struggling. It’s crazy the value has gone up I wouldn’t pay the price for what there asking but people do. I wouldn’t be surprised to see the median house prices in places like Brisbane to go over a million plus dollars. I can already see the poor are getting poorer and the affluent skilled migrants and Aussies are getting richer. A real widening social gap is happening. Everyone is fighting to get on the property ladder, invest as they know the prices will keep going up. For those on low incomes left behind fighting for the scraps

Phins up baybeeeeeee

Super useful info that answers all the questions i had! Thanks Ross and Ben.

you Muppet, from one criminally run country to another, very bright 😭

Please don't move to Australia. It's broken

This is like telling someone to pet a crocodile 😂

Mate what do You do for a living?

its amazing how many people don't get the sarcasm.

I hope they get their approval - life is hard but you have to expect some good fortune some of the time. Good luck guys. Thanks for vid Ross.

like your confidence mate. The Poms that come to stay here are generally so awesome.

I'm not Australian yet but I swear.. a lot! Can't help it! So I don't mind other people that swear. I feel at home!

How are you still got a straight nose 😊

Lucky to be living in this beautiful country..

Excellent mate! Excellent ...

Crikey

u need a bucket load of money to live in that thumbnail picture my relatives are renting a property at the GC on hedges for 6 thousand a fortnight 😂

Whether you’re looking for full-time work or extra cash on the side, don’t miss your chance to earn on your schedule.

You ok down there? Ahh moment💀

Our (WA) rainy season has just started about a week ago. Before that we had three days of rain in four months. Christmas on the beach. Dry heat, NO humidity.

Such a good interview. My wife and i are moving from Cape Town, South Africa to the Gold Coast in July . looking forward to the new chapter

Mr. Johnston. After watching this video, as a Canadian Citizen I am planning to apply for an Australian Tourist visa (subclass 600) that allows you to stay in Australia for 12 months. During my stay, I can do a course that does not exceed the duration of 3 months. If I see any future for me beyond 12 months, I may approach an immigration lawyer in Australia.

No way!

In Australia we have a new Federal Budget in May each year. So any changes were only announced in the past 3 weeks or so. Some changes might be immediate, but most will start with the new financial year on 1 July this year, or the new calendar year on 1 January, 2025.

I think the rules for British passports holders just changed recently. Also for Hong Kongers. Time frames have been extended.

New South Wales coast has a more moderate climate. Goldilocks. Not too hot, not too dry, not too wet, not too humid, not too cold, not too windy.

lol. As of August it will only cost 50 cents per trip, on public transport, one way, for a six months trial. An incentive I think , for the upcoming Qld election.

Good interview. Might be an idea to do an Episode on DAMA, as I understand that you can get approval beyond the age of 45 if you go down this route. Not very familiar with the setup myself, but I know that it's an alternative route in.

Thanks for having us, mate ❤

We would have to sacrifice giving up an amazing life in Brighton on the south coast of England. But our son and wife have now got Australian citizenship and want us to apply for an aged parent visa…. and live there on a BVA. This allows us to work/volunteer if we want to but there are problems buying property or transferring SIP and other pensions across.

U look alike guys :) My hubby also gets redundant just 6 months before we are due to go! However, via connections he secured a new job..for only 6 months unfortunately..as we r due in December. Thank you for sharing your story..v brave u r coming on working holiday..respect! Wish u luck with your 190🎉

If Labor keeps running this country then be prepared for your kids to get introduced to Safe Schools program.

My kid wears a uniform but I’m SO glad it’s not expensive. 😵‍💫😵‍💫

after a recent trip to London I must point out that Australia does not do cheese and onion sandwiches. I grew up in NZ where they are common, I miss them so much! I tried M&S but preferred Waitrose....PLEASE bring us the cheese and onion sandwiches!

A jumper at my school in Australia is $75 it’s overpriced

Do you have a degree? Or your wife have a degree? Is it possible to get a visa without degree or sponsorship, I have ict qualifications and do a job that Australia believe they are short of

Hello, I truly, truly hope you can help me, I got engaged to an Australian girl who lives in the Blue Mountains, we plan on getting married & settling in Australia, but the problem is, is that I'm on benefits as I've got a head injury!! Is there any way/chance that we would be able to settle in Australia?

Hi amazing content just came across your channel. Actively looking to move my family to Australia to give them the better life theu deserve. Have an aunt in queensland so it's time to make it happen . Appreciate the content. Subscribed 😊

Bruh at my school a godamn shirt is $150, I hate private schools

I was like wait a minute i followed you because of the positive vibes Australia has but i forgot about that bang on sarcasm i love so much. Ill be there soon with a bakery/cafe and a culinary academy:) see you soon mates ;)

Dont know whats funnier, the joke, or the imbeciles that dont realise its a joke. Im aussie and love your work. Keep it up.

The last statement is crap.

Your food prices are fairly similar to those here in Western Canada. Actually, the second batch of dry goods was overall way cheaper than what we would pay here. I'm jealous!!

Born and bred Aussie who here has also lived in Uk- you paint it as if ‘hiking’ or ‘walking for pleasure’ can’t be done in the UK, or is somehow unique to Australia. Love Australia by all means but don’t pretend that the UK can’t be enjoyed in the same way.

Aussies like sarcasm more. And you are doing it well. Love your work

Question is, where can you find a family home for under their eligibility cutoff of $750k

Its just a silly goobers😃

House prices in the catchment of "good" schools don't reflect how good the schools are. House prices reflect the socioeconomic background of the families in that area. Some of the best schools and best teachers are actually in poorer areas.

Post pandemic Australia is a shithole

How do kiwis fit in to this? Are they considered permanent residents for FHBG purposes under SVC subclass 444

I moved from Sydney to the Central Coast. Much more affordable and better quality of life.