I have applied for a job in Perth Australia. I live in Northern Ireland now. If I get the job should I go?

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elmina

Although one of the few things people know about Perth is its isolation and its hot weather, there's a lot more here for newcomers to enjoy.

First of all, it's a busy thriving city that's a lot cleaner, brighter, organised and happy than many others I've lived in. The greater metropolitan area of Perth is divided into suburbs, circling outwards from the CBD. The closer you live to the centre, the busier it is. There are large satellite cities north (Joondalup) and South (Mandurah) that cater for the outlying areas.

Public transport is good, but traffic is getting heavier, especially at peak times. Our roads are rather good, and infrastructure additions mean the future is looking good.

Property prices have gone through an amazing boom, and rentals are in short supply and very expensive, so finding somewhere to live will be an issue. If you have a family, you will need to live in a suburb with good schools.

The cost of living is going up, pulled along by petrol, and water and other utilities are going up as well soon. Still, it is possible to live well on salaries that are not exceptionally high.

The beaches are long, white, uncrowded and free - and so are the river banks. There is quite a lot to do and the whole city is comparitively safe compared to others I've known.

We have excellent universities, and good hospitals, some of which are going to see refurbishments or replacements in the near future.

Depending on what you like to do in your spare time, you will find that when you are not working, there should be a social life worth having - there is a cafe scene, there's night life, and all the arty crafty things, together with theatre and so forth.

I suggest you have a good look online - and you will get some informative answers here.

Good luck

fanta

i am from perth western australia born and bread love the place warm sunny friendly city not to big not to small i have lived in other countrys but always seam to come home to perth people are warm and friendly if you are unsure as to go why did you apply for the job to start with we have great beaches great surf great night clubs pubs etc all i can say is come see for your self if you dont like then you can always go home

wtg_ib

go for it mate weather is a bit(lot)warmer than Ireland but a nice little city & the people are friendly(except for the ones you are after) so GO FOR IT
& welcome to aussie

cajs

Yes... I live in Australia, we love Irish people!

The_Mouse

Interesting that you ask this. Afterall, you applied for a job there. You took a chance so if you get the job then you should. It will be a learning expereince and a bit of a culture shock but not much to worry you.

You'll be fine.

Cheers, mate!

truebeliever

Yes, you lucky son of a gun! See the world... :)

I've never set foot out of the US. Ever. But I will, someday.

Your guardian angel

Hey, go for it and get away from Northern Ireland as I've no doubt you'll really enjoy the experience. At least you won't have to worry about what ''others'' think of you and you and your family can sleep easy in theirs beds at night. Go for it! Good luck too!

Ranjeeh D

Kind your mind open, listen a lot and speak less. Don't compare it to home and avoid telling everyone how much better it was at home. Then you should have no problem enjoying the experience. I did.

It gets hot (but more like 38C with exceptional short spells of higher) but unless you get sent to somewhere like Marble Bar you shouldn't ever see 50 on the thermometer. You won't find too much competition in the brains department when it comes to WAPOL either!

Corneilius

I have an Internet friend who lives in Perth WA.

First the limitations, it is the most isolated city on the planet, it takes several hours to fly to the nearest city, days by train, and in summer it gets oppressively hot, so air conditioning is a must (up to 45-50C)

However it is situated in an extraordinary country, has a wonderful coastline and beaches nearby. It is a modern city renowned for its parks and gardens, and a selection of flora and fauna unrivalled anywhere else. As you know the Aussies are mad on sport, and its not unusual to see school kids take surf boards and golf clubs to school for lessons!

On the whole as long as you are able to invest in air con, and don't mind flying to see the rest of the country Perth offers a wealthy of attractions for any person.

vnbmuliyala

once you go there you will find out.

gunner2za

ya dont wanna go there...............the fellas there enjoy their sheep toooooo much

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