How to Move From SINGAPORE to PERTH, Western Australia | Singaporean in Perth

[@hlee2]

man ive been living in the states for 5 years and i still sound like a Singaporean. Hats off to you

[@BDub2024]

If you live in the suburbs, then aim to live within 5km of the beach is my advice. It will be cooler in summer. If you like inner city then you can go into some great suburbs 5km in either direction and will be accessible to city, shopping and restaurants. My advice is to embrace the sport and recreation culture in Perth. Go to beach. Do kayaking on river. Don't just spend your weekends at shopping centres and complain that shops aren't open every night. There isn't the demand for it and its not the culture. If you're swimming in ocean, make sure you can swim well. Ther is surf and rips and you want to stay safe. There are some great picnic sports and walkways along the beach and river and is the best place to be on a hot afternoon.

[@SebastianToo]

So informative! good job!!! was considering to work over there for a year as a dancer honestly... but yeah thanks!

[@skyearthyx]

Thanks for watching! Great that you enjoyed it. Hope you got some value from it

[@joelquintis]

Jiayou Ally!!! 😎🤙

[@skyearthyx]

Thanks Joel! 😊

[@siewlongsong3758]

What are the good and safe suburbs in Perth which are about 10km-12km from the CBD. The 2nd hand car market has gone through the roof, a used Toyota Corolla cost about A$22K - A$25 now. Weekly groceries of $200 is excessive, even in Sydney it only about $150 for 2 person even with the high cost of living now.

[@skyearthyx]

👀👀 I got my first used Toyota Corolla at

[@skyearthyx]

I also think it might be because we get groceries from Woolworths and I’ve been hearing that Woolworths prices for produce is inflated. We don’t spend on junk food! So that explains the higher grocery costs too.

[@ian7033-qj9wg]

You can cut your grocery bill in half by not shopping at Coles or Woolworths, there are lots of Asian food shops like MCQ which sell common grocery items much cheaper.

[@skyearthyx]

@@ian7033-qj9wg will try it out!

[@inflationrisk]

Nice! Informative! I do wanna ask, hows the safety in Perth, especially at night? I'm looking to visit in a month or so and I've heard mixed things about the CBD area.

[@skyearthyx]

Hey! Walking outside at night in Perth definitely does not make me feel as safe compared to Singapore. They have bare minimum street lights when it comes to night time. The CBD’s actually better because there’s more people out at night. Outside of the city, it’s pretty quiet. But of course, if you’re talking about 2am, 3am on a Friday night or weekend, the CBD will get rowdy too. But relatively, I think Perth is rather ok safety wise) compared to places like Italy where you have pickpockets everywhere. The people here are very friendly & helpful too. Hope you enjoy your stay here!

[@adtoa2865]

Perth is full of bogans and smack heads, dangerous after dark

[@N0kiz4ru]

@@skyearthyx The CBD is where you'll get jumped by an aboriginal, black or Middle Easterner.

[@IloveFreo]

When I was your age, I wanted to live in Singapore. 😊 I think Sydney is probably the Australian city that’s closest to Singapore city lifestyle .

[@skyearthyx]

Thanks for sharing, I love singapore too. Are you still living in Sydney?

[@IloveFreo]

@@skyearthyx … no I live in Perth. I try to go to Singapore every couple of years for a holiday. Been visiting since the late 80’s.

[@mrpolarbearrrrr]

what’s with the aussie accent

[@skyearthyx]

No one speak Singlish with me here 😢

[@paulchristianrea8868]

Thank you for sharing! 🙂

[@KenzoTenmaM]

Hey why did you decide on Perth over other places in Australia? We are considering moving to Perth from Sydney but would love to hear the pros and cons.

[@skyearthyx]

Hey! I came over from SG because of my partner who lives in Perth. But I've heard Perth is better in terms of living costs than the eastern states. Got quite a bit of people moving over from the east.

[@angelaliew7050]

My family moved from Sydney to Perth recently. We like Perth and also Sydney. In terms of food they're equally expensive!

[@skyearthyx]

Yes wish the food could be cheaper like SG…

[@dtoldtol]

Just curious. As you are using the work holiday visa. You reckon that you can "upgrade " to another visa which enable you to remain there after a couple of years or you have to pack up and return back to Sin?

[@skyearthyx]

Yes! I’ve upgraded to another visa $$$. Have you been to Perth?

[@mrceooohiforget4810]

Thanks for the guide now less stressful when planning 😂😂

[@skyearthyx]

You got it!

[@sharafneelam]

For those shitting on Australia just somethings to note about why this is an appealing option to Singaporeans in general: If you’re in the rat race long enough, you understand the value of a more chilled city which values work life balance, people and the definition of your time. Money is one thing but I think the older I get, the basics are more important than the frills, such as night life and a city running till 10pm or 12 midnight. I used to enjoy these things when I was younger but as time passes, more time with the wife and spending time with a family I hope to have one day has become my number one priority now. There is a reason why Singapore’s birth rate is so low, because it really is a non stop race to your deathbed, and you can feel it in the energy of the city as soon as you touchdown in Singapore.

[@skyearthyx]

Same thoughts. I enjoyed the city life when I was younger. When I first came Perth, I thought the city was too boring for me at first. But then it revealed it’s charm and I actually appreciate & enjoy living here 🙌🏻

[@coopsnz1]

public housing in singapore 88% not home ownership left poltics lie

[@jspau]

​@@skyearthyxone of the best things about Perth is the fact that it is more slow paced and relaxed. I would much rather live here than a humid hustle and bustle city where I feel lost in sea of people. Then if I want some extra excitement just jump on a plane and go to Bali, Malaysia, Thailand or beyond.

[@seamuslam]

so its a place for lazy ppl, got it.

[@skyearthyx]

Yes!

[@sofiyah24]

Hello! Do you mind sharing what you're working as in Perth right now? I plan to work in Australia someday, but I'm not sure if my skills and experience will be in demand there. thanks in advance!

[@skyearthyx]

Hi! I teach piano (:

[@faryalalam7730]

If don't mind me asking, what type of job you do in Perth.

[@skyearthyx]

I teach piano. When you are in a foreign & new city, it’s the best place to chase your passion. Definitely will not be easy starting up, but keep going. The Asian community is pretty strong here.

[@orangedragon1238]

hello! thanks for the informative vid, really useful as i'm also thinking abt applying for the visa. can i ask did you have to find a job first before going there?

[@skyearthyx]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. No, I didn’t find a job before coming here. I’m not sure if people actually hire others from overseas. Would be best if you’re physically present in Perth to find a job. Hence, you definitely have to have savings prepared.

[@jonathansee]

I am Singaporean living in Perth also. Welcome. After Victoria, Western Australia has the most Singaporeans.

[@skyearthyx]

Yes! How long have you been living in Perth?

[@jonathansee]

@@skyearthyx Since 2010. I used to live in Melbourne. Notice you do not have Singaporean accent like me

[@takboleh8542]

$200 a week for groceries seems a bit excessive especially if it is just for one person on a frugal budget.

[@skyearthyx]

It really depends on the quality of food you are okay with consuming and your caloric/nutrition needs. For me, I don't get junk/processed foods from the supermarket. Hope that makes more sense.

[@owenang]

@@skyearthyx Some humble suggestions. Go and sign up for Costco membership and buy food there at a cheaper price BUT those food items will be in big quantity. You can consider sharing the costs with neigbours or friends, but it is much worth the value and save lot of money in long term. Good lucks and good decision in moving to Perth! Hope you can get a car of your own soon.

[@ian7033-qj9wg]

@@owenang They dont sell fresh fruit and vegetables. Only if you live on high sugar junk food they are cheap.

[@eat_ze_bugs]

$200 per week would be the bare minimum for a healthy diet unless your diet consists of 80% carbs.

[@ian7033-qj9wg]

@@eat_ze_bugs Dont know where you buy your food but we live on around $100 per person. Thats mainly vegetables fruit and meat including fish. Healthy is much cheaper than unhealthy if you dont buy packaged food.

[@jamess5084]

have you made friends in 1 year there?

[@skyearthyx]

I’ve gotten to know many Singaporeans here in Perth. I wouldn’t say I’ve got any close friends, but definitely have people to hang out with. Everyone’s busy with their lives.

[@Jasonpayne55]

Could never understand why somone would leave asia to come to boring Australia

[@skyearthyx]

I used to love the city! Australia definitely have plenty to offer. Have you been to Singapore?

[@sharafneelam]

Well, I mean if you’re in the rat race long enough, you understand the value of a slow city which values work life balance and the definition of your time. Money is one thing but I think the older I get, the basics are more important than the frills, of night life and a city running till 10pm or 12 midnight. I used to enjoy when I was younger but more time with the wife and spending time with a family I hope to have one day has become my number one priority now. There is a reason why Singapore’s birth rate is so low, because it’s a non stop race to your deathbed.

[@coopsnz1]

Singapore sucks for home ownership why they leave it borderline communism living stuido apartments owned by government

[@Koala-jj7go]

Perth is really close to singapore right ? 😊 ​@skyearthyx

[@skyearthyx]

@@Koala-jj7go yes! Arguably sg is closer than Sydney or Melb from Perth

[@user-ey7rn4qd1i]

How about singlish in Australia? 😂

[@skyearthyx]

Not used to Singlish anymore 😆 have you been to Perth?

[@Ltwentytwo]

where's your accent from?

[@skyearthyx]

From my partner 😅

[@ziyou3494]

You already sound very Aussie after a year.

[@skyearthyx]

I actually didn’t notice

[@kert6653]

@@skyearthyxlol please

[@hotline333]

Whats the fake aussie accent for? 🇦🇺

[@skyearthyx]

Aussie accent doesn’t sound like this 😂

[@erictayverystrongimaginati1662]

All the best lah 🇦🇺👍✌️🙏

[@skyearthyx]

Thank you 😊 have you been to Perth?

[@N0kiz4ru]

One hint from a Perth local stay the hell from our feral abo population

[@somethingcalvin]

$7000 will get you an awesome 20 year old high mileage fuel guzzler 😂

[@skyearthyx]

Still works fine. My car is 19yrs old, functions well and is reliable. It doesn’t have that high of a mileage and will still function for many many years to come. I literally love it so much.

[@adtoa2865]

Living in Perth is like you’re dead and you still pay taxes

[@skyearthyx]

Kindly explain 😅

[@gerardboseley1315]

Boring expensive shithole

[@coopsnz1]

rego a car in singapore $80000

[@skyearthyx]

*faints*

[@Vanzy18]

But don't you have to keep renewing the work visa? since it is only 3 months unless you have the 3rd type of work visa 462

[@skyearthyx]

462 lets you work & live in Australia for a year 😊

[@coopsnz1]

finally some gen z realisng singapore sucks

[@skyearthyx]

I’m not gen z unfortunately 😅