rubarb, exactly. Atleast following procedure, you're covering your a**e, consistent aswell. Perth is a great base with great people. Like you said, transfers will happen eventually, it's just a matter of time, making an effort to enjoy it all will just make things easier.
QFRegional, you can carry my bags if you want, haha
I don't want to seem as if i'm lecturing, just want to let the guys coming across know what the situation is like (even if i am repeating myself). As i said, PER is a fantastic base and they won't have any problems with anyone, it's great to see new people coming into the base and career progression finally happening for you guys who have waited so long. Those who want to transfer back to MEL or SYD, i hope you get it asap, i would be hanging out for the same thing if i had to move away from home, family etc etc.
In reference to one of your comments, I hope 200% that the base keeps on expanding and if that means i get pushed onto reserve, then so be it, i still have a job and that's all that counts to me.
At the end of the day, i'm sure they will enjoy PER, it is what you make it.
ps- will we have the pleasure of your company in PER in 06?