I've been out of OZ for just over 4 years now.
Yes, the pay is better...no tax...that helps too.
There is no place like home, if you don't believe it, try living elsewhere....Oz really is the best place on the surface of the globe.
However, we as Australians, are far too insular in our attitudes and thinking. Getting OS has been a huge eyeopener for both me and the kids.
They feel it's the best thing that has ever happened, they attend an international school, have friends from all over the globe and mix daily with kids of about 45 different nationalities. You just can't buy that kind of experience.
Mind you, the place I live in is great, good diving, fishing, pubs, beaches, mountains etc etc.
For all those worrying about safety in the Middle East...stop worrying (at least in this patch).
It just comes down to...do I risk it, and possibly have the time of your life, or always wonder what if?
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