Today marks the day that we have finally looked for accommodation in Wollongong. We have decided to make the move to Wollongong for a number of reasons.
Primarily we are looking for a bigger house, but at an affordable price. Thus moving to another part of Sydney was not going to cut it. Given Wollongong is an hour from Sydney and affordable it is a logical choice. Although a city it is more akin to a large town in many respects.
Another compelling reason to move to the ‘Gong is the wish to lead a more relaxed life style. Don’t get me wrong, I like Sydney, but I like to be able to relax aswell and in Sydney there is just always something on. Wollongong though looks like it will be more like the old Fremantle pace that I fully enjoyed. A pace where you are able to relax if you wish, or find something to do if you wish to do something. Not always on the go, go, go as the Sydney life is.
The final reason is that we are looking to purchase. However, given the uncertain interest rate future we are not in a position to move immediately. Thus we shall rent and check the lay of the land. By the time we are ready to buy hopefully the interest rate situation will be more certain, and heading downwards. Wishful thinking I know, but one can live in hope.
After filling out the rental application forms, and seeing the houses that they are for, and listening to the passion that was dripping from the family I am really looking forward to moving. The only thing I am dreading is the longer commute to Sydney for work, it will though give me time to construct a blog using either a standard pen and paper, or potentially the iPod/Mac. I will have to investigate that further.
I like Sydney as a tourist because it is warmer as compared to Melbourne. The demogaphy is very diverse. I could find different types of food to eat and made it to the Sydney Harbor Bridge Climb. I’m not sure whether I like to live in Sydney because of the high cost of living.
I have been to Fremantle as a tourist too. I was lost in Fremantle market! But no big deal.
I hope you find a nice property with good neighborhood in a location that you feel comfortable with at the right time.
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Good luck with the house hunting !
Mates of mine moved from Sydney to the ‘Gong a few years ago and are now building their own home. Dapto is the cheaper area, apparently. They said they’d never move back to Sydney now lol.
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I have been there once and i like the surronding and people there.
We have placed rental applications with 2 seperate real estates for 2 houses. Both of them being near each other & both having 4 double sized bedrooms, study, 2 living areas, 2 dining areas etc. There is plenty of space in either property for us 4 adults.
Fingers crossed we are successful in our applications on either house.
I drove with my 11yr old niece & SK’s mum yesterday down the coast to lodge our applications. All we have to do now is wait. We should hear news from Thursday onwards.
Packing has started in any case as we need to get out of here ASAP.
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Not a moment too s00n. A change is as good as a holiday. I’m crossing fingers, toes n limbs we get one of em! I cannot wait!!
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We have had a call from one of the real estates this morning and it looks very promising that we are moving very soon indeed.
w000000000000000h0000000000000000000000000000 I’m s0 exc0ited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The application was successful & we sign the Lease next week
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good luck on the big move – the house looks great.
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I agree with your decision to move to Wollongong. Dont forget to experience sky diving there. Enjoy your moments.!
Wollongong is a bit cold this time of year! I’d recommend escaping the winter to the Sunshine Coast – Mooloolaba’s sunny beaches are amazing.. tonns of golf courses (don’t forget your golf clubs!)