G,U&O
Humbug to all the doubters!
There are opportunities everywhere. One of the things I become more aware of with each day is that there are so many different things going on in this industry, things that I had never considered as possibilities.
Two very important things with your case.
One: You are busting your balls to fly for a living. That counts for a lot with most prospective employers.
Two: You have a supportive wife.
Get your hat into as many rings as possible, as quickly as possible. This game is not about what you know but who you know, so get out there ASAP.
There are more opportunities in Europe than Aus to get a start so it's a great place to be.
You did say you missed Aus. Most people in your position will experience that but there are compensations, it's a matter of looking for the positives in every situation.
Keep talking with the missus, keep looking for opportunities (they may be in places and doing things you never imagined!!) and you will go far.
Most of all, have fun!!!
Cheers, Bendy