hi Lynzi,
If you cannot cope without family or maid support, and you are not able to be comfortable by yourself. And supposedly long periods of no one to talk to. You should not even consider migration.
Things now in melbourne are relatively expensive. Schooling is definitely more expensive than perth. State school is free, catholic is 2 K a year, christian schools average 5 K, private up to 20 K. It has highest immigration rate compared to all the other states, so housing is also booming. And is very expensive. Jobs though is created, but immigration is increasing faster. So for every job created, there is 5.2 person going for the same job. For perth, it is 2.5. You can find more about this in news.
Singapore population in Melbourne is actually quite small compared to malaysians. However, there are 2 or 3 places specialising in SG food. But all the asian condiments etc are ready available. So if you can cook, you should not be a problem.
You will get used to the extreme hot weathers in summer in Melbourne, the possiblely 20 degrees difference in temperature between day and night. But I love the weather, you know that it is not forever hot. 8P.
You will make friends, get closer to people. Find your own space. Join a church or organisation, it will help with friends and give you support. THis is very important. People who you can talk to. This is what keeps you sane, and understand what you go through. Friends who help you babysit in emergencies, friends who become your children pick up contact. But you will need to be emotionally strong, be used to the uncertainities of life. If you cannot adapt physically or emotionally, it is really better to stay put in singapore.
Migration is NOT for everyone and the faint hearted. There is a high financial cost, opportunity cost, you need to adaptable and emotionally/mentally strong. Things does not turn out the way you want it to turn out.
If you need to talk, hentang has my msn
