Jason
Always Assume Positive Intent
Yes, it is official. I have been talking with a company out of Mackay, QLD, for about six months regarding an opportunity with their company. At first I wasn't thinking that it would go anywhere, but after some more in depth discussions it seemed like it might be a good opportunity. My wife and I finally went over to visit around the end of January, and we very much liked what we saw. After this we had a few weeks of nailing down the important information and came to an agreement. The only tricky part was figuring out how the private health insurance and visa process might be affected by my mechanical valve; I had one person tell me that I would never have coverage for the pre-existing condition, and another tell me that I would never gain permanent residency. After some research and a lot of calling around, it turns out that the insurance is actually covered after a 12 month waiting period with many companies (Bupa is who we ended up with) and the visa process can be overcome with some homework and record keeping.
Now i just need to do some research on anti-coagulation treatment in Australia, and see what I need to do to transfer any prescriptions for a seamless transition. I am going to be in Australia by May 1st, so have a lot of selling to do in the States, as well. Anyone need a very slightly used camaro? Turns out that to drive it there I would have to invest another $37K to convert it to right hand drive... Not quite worth it! Anyway, thought I would pass along the news.
Now i just need to do some research on anti-coagulation treatment in Australia, and see what I need to do to transfer any prescriptions for a seamless transition. I am going to be in Australia by May 1st, so have a lot of selling to do in the States, as well. Anyone need a very slightly used camaro? Turns out that to drive it there I would have to invest another $37K to convert it to right hand drive... Not quite worth it! Anyway, thought I would pass along the news.
