I've been commuting for over 6 years from Adel to all the
VB bases...now having command in Syd...
Commuting is hard work on yourself and your family/partner...but it can be done cheaply.
personally, commuting costs me accom in syd ($360/month) and airfares ($312/month)...
by having share accom with other commuters, you can have the comforts of home (for as little as $90/week) and that makes the reserve days bearable...but then again, reserves are given in a monthly bang, and you're generally flying your ass off......
personally, I wouldn't commute..it's a horse's arse....just sell up and live in the base....it's much easier on you and your family....
only my 2c worth....