EP 1 | WHY We Moved To Sydney, Tips & How Much We Spent
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
- We will be sharing more of our journey in the coming months so stay tuned!
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Kudos to you guys for doing what most people cant or won't do. It takes a lot to get out of the comfort zone regardless the span of time. Live life with no regrets. Way to go!
Thank you! I hope we inspire people to get out of their comfort zone too!
Nothing beats stepping out of your comfort zone and broaden ones perspective, be it for better or worse. You guys are brave!
So so happy to see you both living your best lives in Sydney 🥹🥹 I can't wait to see what exciting adventures awaits for y'all !! 🥳🥳🥳
Thank you!! ❤️
Edwin's excitement is so damn heartwarming! Welcome to Sydney guys! It's nice to see someone so amazed at our home here in Oz. I'll admit a lot of Australian's complain a lot about our country but this video really made me rethink Sydney. Looking forward to more videos
This brings back memories of me leaving Singapore for the UK last year! But kudos to you guys for taking a leap of faith. No regrets here too. All the best in your new adventure. :)
I'm a Singaporean residing in Australia for the past 14 years. Love your story, journey as it reminds of ours. Keen to connect if you're up to it. Can go for a meal - our shout. Cheers.
Drop us a DM any time!
Welcome! There is a sizable Singaporean population here and probably you'll bump into them soon enough. If exploring and going on long road-trips is your thing, you'll love it. To be fair, life in Sydney vs Singapore isn't really too much different. Work-life balance is but a myth in many quality jobs and yes, cost of living is through the roof here; may sound surprising but many holding similar roles as I do back in SG have a higher disposable income. Over time, you'll also learn of the quirks and inefficiencies in the system Enjoy your time here and may it be an enriching experience.
Asking out of curiosity, i heard the tax rate in australia is quite high, after tax deduction still higher than sg?
@@claraclaire5023 Depends on the occupation and role. Many I know in SG in similar roles as I do have higher disposable income; after taxes, mortgage chews up another chunk.
Is there a facebook group ?
@@claraclaire5023it’s tier system so the more you earned the more you pay, but it is not a flat rate. Basically it looks like (base) + (tier 1%)+ (tier 2%)= total tax so you don’t pay as much tax as you think.
Wooohoo! Welcome to Aussie! I am a Singaporean that just moved last year! But I moved to Melb instead! But still, enjoy life there! Wooohoo!
Well! Hello! ... and welcome to Sydney 😃 Loved to see you doing your crochet on the flight ... very cute. Many young Aussies do what you are doing, and travel and live overseas for a year or two so, I hope you love the experience. Australia is a wonderful place to be. And you are so right about living now because none of us know what is around the corner 😉 Cheers ...
Enjoy the good life.There will be things that will not be perfect, but just remember there is no place on earth that is perfect.
I did my high school and university in the states. Met my husband in school, and after we graduated, we moved to scandinavia where he comes from. I have absolutely no regrets not coming home to Singapore.....ok, maybe for the food. When I hear my friends are burnt out, and their kids are burnt out, it just makes me happy being where I am. So enjoy this amazing adventure and opportunity.
I'm from Sydney and living in Singapore. Thanks for sharing your journey from the other side of the fence.... and welcome to Australia! 😊
Thank you!
Heyy Rachel & Edwin, thank you for sharing your brave journey with us! My bf and I have also been granted the Work and Holiday visa last year but we’ve never found the courage to actually proceed with the plan 😂 Until I saw your video!
We are actually entering Perth next month and hopefully you’re able to share with us some tips and tricks on getting a job 🙏🏻 and what are the required documents that the employers might need.
Thank you and hope it’s not too much trouble 💕
I wish my partner and I had the courage to do this before we entered our current phase of life (or lives, if you get what I mean). I know all is not lost and that we will have an opportunity to maybe do it some years down the road.
However, doing it when you're young(er) just hits different, especially with the freedom and flexibility to make adjustments as necessary to adapt. So kudos to you both on being able to make this important decision for the both of you and I wish you both nothing, and nothing but the best. Thanks for the inspiration and candid banter. Godspeed!
Ray
Thank you so so much, we really appreciate that! And yes, if you’re still thinking about it for years, it’s definitely worth considering!
Good choice to move to Australia! Sydney can be slightly more stressful compare to other cities in australia like Perth, Adelaide, Horbart and Gold Coast - but it also has bigger employment opportunities. Saying that, all major cities in Australia are beautiful, laid back, comfortable, clean, safe, accessible and green.
hey ed & rach! im super proud of you guys
I had bad experience in Australia,I was called a Chinese pig by them. Thus i never went back ever. May i ask what brings you there ?is it their relax way of life?good to see that you guys are enjoying your time there.have fun!
The grass is always greener on the other side
Thank you for both of you sharing your journey and life in Sydney Australia 🇦🇺.
I have did that and moved and
live in Sydney for two to three years.
I love Road Trip and I bought a car 🚙 and drove from Sydney to Brisbane and Gold Coast. It was a fun 12 hours Road Trip with my friends.
I hope both of you will do Road Trip and share more of your life journey in Aussie.
Aussie Aussie Aussie Oi Oi Oi.
wishing all the best for you two
I’m on working holiday as well, did my regional work and got 4 years total to stay with covid visa. In the mean time i’m waiting for my skilled visa application result and saving up some money to continue my degree here once it’s over. All the best with your journey guys
Good choice 👍🏼👍🏼 I went there & don’t feel like coming back to SG 😅 too stress haha
Agree there is really slower pace & the working hour is really on time
Happy for you guys, wish you all the best in SYD. Hope u guys know how to cook as it is really costly to dine out in AUS.
I'm a resident here. Felt like AU is oversold as a very nice place to be through this video. However, one can see why they are excited because they are on a temporary visa and everything seems new and nice on the surface at the start of a new relationship. I mean wait till they migrate here permanently, get a proper job, pay taxes, have a house and a mortgage - the realities will sink in. Honestly, forsaking good careers in Singapore to come here might be a bad mistake. Sydney is livable but very expensive. While there are many pros listed in this video, they failed to see the large bucket of cons. Contrary to what they think Sydney and Au generally is still not as safe. That is why people seldom come out after dark or late.
We all come from different backgrounds, have different needs and priorities in life. What you deem as a “good career” in Singapore may not be the same for us and may not suit our personal preferences. We also have had to pay taxes, houses etc in Singapore. Every city has its cons. We decided to choose our hard. We respect your perspective and how you view the world, we are sure you’ve had your own experiences - as do we our own. If we learn later on that AU doesn’t suit us, then that’s life. (: It’s full of change. We are free to pivot. Thank you for sharing your opinions, we know they are valid. As of now, we are extremely happy to be here and we are living our lives here to the fullest. (:
I,ve been to singapore many times they are obsessed with education and there standing in society,and there is no pension,i found them quite rude actually
They are not selling anything here. They are merely sharing their experiences and how they felt in that moment. These are their feelings and it's theirs to say.
Sydney is safe but we do have petty crime, singapore is probably safer but your governed by laws like farting in public is a fine, no thanks i,ll stick with Australia
Sounds like you wasted your time getting residency here
Wow i did not expect to see my childhood mediacorp actors moving to australia. Really love the characters Edwin portrayed in the old drama shows on channel 8 and I am hoping to migrate to australia also as I am 21 now, with NS and uni to clear
Take it as a honeymoon journey for both of u! I always love Edwin acting so far! Good luck to both of u❤
I saw the list of work under the 462 subclass. Seems like a big jump based on what you guys were doing in SG. What are you guys doing now?
Welcome to Sydney!! If i ever see you guys around Chinatown the bubble tea is on me!
Aww that's so sweet! We go there pretty often!
The hangers and the steamer is so funny hahahah what were you thinking hahaha
I read so much abt u guys on media. This is my 1st comment😊 I am sososoOOO happy for you both❤ having to find what u are seeking for in life😊😊Yes.. be happy and healthy and breath every moment every seconds with an open heart instead of staying in a crazy fast paced red dot😂😂 I wish u both abundance happiness and good health forever ❤❤🎉🎉 and i have just subscribed your channel. Hope to see more nice vids from you both❤❤❤ Take good care and be safe❤❤
You are so lovely, thank you! We appreciate you! 🫶
Awesome video and welcome to Australia. Prices are also expensive in Newzealand, Canada and the UK.. :) its bad but its everywhere in the English countries.
Have fun & enjoy the journey.. by the way, when strangers says ‘hello/morning, how r u’… they only mean the hello..not d how r u..so u don’t have to reply the second part..it’s almost like a statement.. hope u will embrace it to the max..
My brother in laws brother came here to live from Ireland. we worked on a farm for a while where he met his girlfiend who was also from Ireland.. anyways.. they are now living in Coogee Sydney and happy they made the change also. :) but they moved here for the heat and sunshine.. Ireland is cold and wet.
There are certainly pros and cons to each country. Whilst Australia has a lot natural beauty and space, the cost of living is higher than Singapore. Most importantly if you require anything that involves labour the cost os higer than Singapore (eg eating out or getting a tradesperson to do something for you). Theres also the huge issue of taxation, which is much higer in Australia. However to balace that you get in return medicare (if you are a permanent resident or citizen). For people with families, the cost of private schools are comparable to Singapore but for PRs public school are accessible and fees are low. Class sizes are smaller as well with a max of 30 vs 40 in Singapore schools. At the end of the day, it comes down to what you value more of - if earnings (after tax) is more important, then stay in Singapore. If lifestyle and healthy living is more important then Australia is the way. I am looking at permanent migration aspect rather than temporary on a 462 visa. For young couples like this one, definitely 462 visa to get a taste of life there on a temporary basis would be a good idea.
Thanks for taking time to write this well thought out comment. I believe everyone can get some perspective from it.
I agree with you 100%. It’s up to us to weight and see which set of “pros & cons” are more suitable to our living needs.
Beautiful couple. Wish you a great new chapter!
how does veggies suppose to taste like? please enlighten me
Omg can I tell you even the freshness of chicken and fish wins Singapore hands down!!! Like even if you paid good money it’s hard to find THAT fresh in SG.
Hello, just out of curiosity, how do you guys plan to support yourselves financially living in a different country?
There are tons of opportunities here to earn a living with a huge variety of jobs and industries that are beginner friendly too. As long as you speak English and are willing to learn, you won’t starve here. (:
Hello guys welcome to Sydney ! Life is sweet here you will love the weather n abundance of space / freedom compared to back home (crowded and densely populated ) . As far as jobs are concerned, there is minimum wage here 👍🏻🥰 Enjoy.. life is short 🥂
Here is my response to what they said.
1. Sydney Australia is very hot in summer & cold in autumn & colder in winter. It's only cool in Spiring.
2. How often are they going to spend their time at amazing trail? Singapore doesn't have amazing trails or parks, is it?
3. Okay, I agree Australia has great coffee but not cheap okay? Kopi in Singapore is just as good & cheap.
4. Let's not talk about work-life balance yet. Do they even think they can get an acting job in Australia as a non white person with a Singaporean accent? But be prepared to take up odd jobs if they don't have other professional qualifications to fall back on besides acting.
5. Agree Australia is diverse & and multicultural. So is Singapore. But white is still the majority over there.
6. In Australia, the utility bill, dining out (no cheaper than hawker food) & public transport is not cheap. The only thing cheaper than Singapore is buying a car, and the rental. Personal tax rate is high.
7. If you are not an Australian citizen, then healthcare is not cheap, so I hope they have health insurance that cover them while they live in Australia.
I bet you, they will return back to Singapore once they have run out of money if they are there just to bump around unless they both secured a decent paid job to sustain and live long enough to eventually apply for PR in Australia. In any case, all the best to them, and it's okay to return to Singapore if they have enough. At least they get to experience it & and give it a try.
Most chinese migrated to Aus, they flock together only.., i didnt realized they are in Aus 😂.
Work holiday visa jobs pays well and can even match SG’s executive jobs. It may be a good 3 years for Singaporeans who want to make quick buck with little skills.
There are certainly pros and cons to each country. Whilst Australia has a lot natural beauty and space, the cost of living is higher than Singapore. Most importantly if you require anything that involves labour the cost os higer than Singapore (eg eating out or getting a tradesperson to do something for you). Theres also the huge issue of taxation, which is much higer in Australia. However to balace that you get in return medicare (if you are a permanent resident or citizen). For people with families, the cost of private schools are comparable to Australia but for PRs public school fees are low. Class sizes are smaller as well with a max of 30 vs 40 in Singapore schools. At the end of the day, it comes down to what you value more of - if earnings (after tax) is more important, then stay in Singapore. If lifestyle and healthy living is more important then Australia is the way. I am looking at permanent migration aspect rather than temporary on a 462 visa. For young couples like this one, definitely 462 visa to get a taste of life there on a temporary basis would be a good idea.
Come over to New Zealand next for their working holiday too! So you get to spend more years overseas😊
Honestly, not a bad idea, thank you! XD
Hi! I think the most concerning point if i am to relocate to aussie will be the tax! 😅 heard is much higher!
They have higher taxes but better social safety net like almost free healthcare and unemployment insurance
Shoutout if you’re visiting Brisbane, keen to catch up! I am a Singaporean migrated here 10 years ago.
Definitely, we will!
U left just before 2 weeks to our National day. Nevertheless, all the best to both of you! Look forward to your next update.
Working for your future and intergenerational wealth is a commendable and a grand purpose in todays society but I do respect your decision.
waiting for the next videeeeeeeoo !!
can't wait to see more of ur vlogs🥳& share more of how is it like in Australia~
Thanks but no thanks, I prefer sg. All d best to u two, stay safe n healthy!
Make sure you guys have enough health insurance while working here (From a Sinkee who's been in Sydney since 2004 :))
Yes! Thank you! 💕
It a brand new world in a brand new place. Stay safe & stay healthy. Stay loving forever ❤️
In Singapore. You are known as quiters
Emo all over againnn 🤧🥹❤️ Can’t wait to see more!!
You guys are so cute!!!! Welcome to sydney :-)
Hi Rachel and Edwin! Thanks for sharing your journey! As a singaporean, what documents did you had to provide for the English requirement in the visa application? :)
Our School Certificates, PSLE, GCSEs
@@EdandRach Thank you!! :)
If you have time, take the metro to Chatswood. There’s lots of good Asian food there(:
Beautiful! Go for it! Is a great country, if you hang on longer…
You're right living in Singapore is so chaotic and competitive
How do u have a recording of yourself entering the sublet? That’s amazing!
Always supporting Rachiee💕✨
Thank you Tako ❤❤❤
what were the hiccups along the way? I've always dreamed of moving to Australia for a period of time but never daring enough to take the leap of faith.
We will definitely share more of this soon!
Thanks for sharing the visa application as I was kinda lost on how to proceed the next step. By the way, 1 question, as you mentioned the visa is renewable for 2nd and 3 rd year… what is the possibilities of getting a permanent work visa if you guys decided to live in AU?
Hope u guys go to port stephens , kiama, terrigal and places like that 😊
To clarify that u are not acting anymore? How would u be able to find jobs there? I wonder if I’m able to find a job there at my age.
How old are you? As long as you’re above 21, you can find any job here. (:
hello! do you guys need to get a sponsorship letter from the government?
Just curious. Exactly what are you guys planning to do in Sydney ? Looking for some inspiration
Haha browned yourself. 😂😂 so envious of u two!
Wish to see u guys around when I move over 😊
All the best for your move!!
hey guys! Wondering if you did the English test that was specified in the visa or were the uploads of the uni certs / o level certs sufficient? Thanks!!!!
Hi, what if you guys break up in ANZ?
they will move back to sg again.
Are there similar visas for those above 50 years old?
wow act good video, feels like experienced youtubers
What are you guys working as in Australia? Is it easy to find a job there? :)
Takes alot of courage to uproot from everything you know. Sometime in life you have to jump and hope the chute opens. Welcome to Oz, you guys got to come to Melbourne. Well done guys and all the best😊
They are not there as PRs. Very different when you are on working holiday visas. Only a temporary stay.
Oh yeah, we know that for sure. Obviously every city has it cons when you live there long enough. Just as every foreigner who praises Singapore will get ruthlessly shot down by locals too. We’re enjoying the leap of faith and the experience right now at this point of our lives. No need to always be a downer. (:
@@EdandRach not putting a downer on your move. But the video sounded like a permanent move. You could have just stated outright that you are both on a working holiday visa in AU. The vibes are very different for a permanent move.
So cute! You both crochet ❤
do let us know if u get citizenship!!! i'm planning to move to melbourne via further studies. as much as family and friends are here, i think the culture in Australia is much suited for me
Sure thing! Fingers crossed!! Also, all the best for your move to Melbourne! 😍
Looking forward to future vids! :)
Always been curious how sgaporeans adapt to aus. How often will u guys be posting?
We are aiming to uploading a video at least every two weeks to cover more topics and info for your guys! (:
How long did it take from the point you decided to migrant to applying the visa to arriving in Sydney ?
We took just a few weeks to decide! My visa took 2 weeks to get approved but Edwin’s took 2 months - the approval times vary each person, but from my research, most people get it within 2 weeks! Once we got the visas approved, we flew out about a month later. (: - Rachel ❤️
How did you find an apartment that would sublet?
I'm Australian and I've never experienced a 9-5, it's more like 9-9 or 12
Is it a 1 yr holiday trip?
I visited Sydney at the beginning of winter. I don’t really like the short daylight. When it’s 5+ pm, it looks like 7+ pm. I didn’t really feel safe walking on the streets in the evening. Streets in the suburbs are quiet. Food and transportation are expensive. I was verbally abused loudly at a shopping mall by a young man who was with his group of friends. l didn’t even want to turn back to look at his face. Plenty of graffiti on the train station platform walls and on the walls of some buildings. I didn’t find anything that l can consider cheap there. Sales staff are polite. I think the residents know the answer to the question on whether or not help can be expected readily from fellow train passengers when there’s harassment. The non-Asians are comparatively bigger in size, so it’s best to avoid any trouble.
I am pass the prime age..40plus. I still able to get visa to stay and work in australia?
HI, what are u guys working as under work holiday visa? what are the average pay rates? :)))))
Hihi..1)So technically you will have to get 462 visa before getting a job there is it(like apply for interview for a job)? 2) how do you pay tax in this case..is it to Iras or to Australia? Appreciate the getting back
Hi there, what ever work you do here, the tax will go to the government here.
@@EdandRach Thank you! ❤️
What will you guys be working as!
You did the right thing❤
When Singaporeans decide to relocate, there will always be a number of them saying how bad those countries are. Never even seen an inside of an aeroplane but ever so ready to come up with all these negstivity. Why? Too much of Kit Chan "Home" is it. We are already 3rd class here. Might as well get our lives sorted elsewhere. 😏
the working holiday visa is a 3 year thing, what are the plans after 3 years? Will it be easy to locate permanently in Australia?
As long as you can find an employer to sponsor a work visa or have a partner who has residence here or in NZ!
Good choice and good to take a leap of life.
hi just to ask who take care of your cats while you’re at Australia?
Our families are helping us with the cats for the time being, we want to be more stable here before having any plans to move them :)
Still waiting for day 2 after 2 months 🙂
I'm going to guess that Ed is a Sagittarius and Rach is a Pisces.
Rachel is the Sagittarius while I am a Leo
Edwin is cute 🤩🤩 I am jealous Rach 🤭🤭
Hey Edwin, I want to check you guys fly there without any job right. How you guys to find a job over there once you reach there. What do I need to do like you guys. My wife just left me and I really just want to move on and leave Singapore. I hope you can guide me.
There are job sites like Indeed you can check out. (:
Did u have to sign a contract for the apartment? How do u verify it is legit and not a scam?
Definitely always require a contract!! in Sydney, there is a government portal they use to hold rental bonds. That’s how you know it’s legit!
omg I wanna know if you brought the Kim possible pants hahahahaha btw respect *salute*
Singaporeans also helped to create jobs for them
Australians also helped to create jobs for us in Singapore
Recently an AustralianSG PR flew back to be a volunteer 4:30
Hopfully both can help the, Australians
Seen manys sle 4:30 pt in streets Very cold in Winter
I passed Winter Clothings to my Australian sisterlin law for them
Australians need job abd volunteers
Be a volunteer
What are you guys working as?
Didn’t expect this
More Singaporeans need to see this😅
be free, move to any country you prefer👍,
Good job and all the best on living abroad!