I live on the South Coast of NSW and it’s just lovely. The community is amazing and it’s so friendly. That’s why Rick Stein started his Aussie restaurant and has a house here. If you are driving south, make sure you stop in Milton NSW as it’s gorgeous. It reminds me of Devon and Cornwall (without the beautiful ancient cottages).
I admire your honesty, and I wondered how you would cope with such a large property to maintain. The difference to living in the UK and living in Auss is made harder by having such a huge change in lifestyle. I know that you will be a loving family wherever you decide to settle in this wonderful land. Make small steps, and it will work. Best wishes for your change.
I love your honesty WITH EACH OTHER! You're such a good example of how two adults who have chosen to make a life together need to be. It's ok to feel crap, be honest and accepting about that, and do something about it. Excited for you both about the movement forward.
I'm so happy the video was about a house move in Australia.For a minute I thought you was going to move back to England. I've been following you guys for years and booked a month to visit in August - based on your inspiration to check out if it's right for us to move over. We're visiting: brisbane, goldcoast and the sunshine Coast - We can't wait 🎉 Thanks for your great content 👍 and good luck with the refurb 🤪 The Matthews family
As an Australian born and bred, personally, I'd find all those places too hot to live, so perhaps you might consider broadening your scope and check out some places further south.
@@carokat1111 yes to be honest, we're open to vist as much of australia as we can but we don't have that much time on this trip. We haven't booked places to stay yet so that we can change/add where we visit. We will do alot more research and see where that takes us...
I've said it before in comments to your channel ,the saddest phrase in any language is " I should have ", I see so many people my age (senior citizens) who now that they have retired and have the means and urge to accomplish their dreams ,are simply too ill ,incapacitated or have lost their partners ,so have lost their chance to make a change .. I'm so glad that my late wife and I decided to travel and do as many things on our bucket list before she passed and before I became an invalid . You do whatever makes sense for you when you can do it, there's always a way to achieve realistic goals and if you try and fail try something else that's achievable, then you'll not be saying "I should have "you'll be saying " I did " . Good luck I'll be looking forward to some of your new adventures .
Thanks Tom, we always love reading your comments. It would be a terrible shame to not live adventures while we can and make all these wonderful memories xx
My family and I moved to perth WA in Feb and absolutely love it but it's been all go and still is, you've got to do what you've got to do for your fam, the school run on it's own sounds like a mission! All the best 👍
You're lucky you have each other and you both want the same thing. Admire the bravery to assess and go "not happy, time for a change". To the next chapter!
Hopefully the property market will cooperate and you find a buyer when you're ready. Interest rates are higher in the US right now - compared to a couple of years ago when they were ridiculously low. People start thinking that that's normal when it's not. Once buyers start to adjust their thinking on having to pay more, they will. Good Luck!
Hey the whole relocation thing is a bit of an experiment for many people and sometimes despite initial enthusiasm, you come to the realisation that the move isn’t working out long-term and you need a change. Happens to many born and bred Aussies too. A “tree-change” move out of suburban life doesn’t end up suiting everyone. You’ll work it out! 👍
painting --- Mix the paint in the big bucket and then pour 4 litres off... that way all the solvents dont evaporate away. We are happy here in the suburbs of the Gold Coast and we are Aussies, large blocks aren't for everyone. Much easier when you can work from home and not di huge school runs.... love your channel... cheers Mark
@@TheBAMFamalam am in the middle of downsizing myself,. But in Victoria. In the Gippsland region. I graze alpacas and getting a bit much now I am on my own. Good luck with your next adventure 😄
Great to see you back Ben & Maz! I've really missed waking up to my Sunday morning Bam fix back here in the UK, but totally understand your reasons ❤ just want to say that I admire your honesty & I wish you all the best in wherever your new ventures take you. Looking forward to travelling along this journey with you every week, great to see you back 😘
I recall you said you moved to Australia to give you a better life and I also recall you saying that did happen, people overlook that when things are good you have anxiety because they are too good, th organistion of you life is probably what needs fixing, i dont think you can see the forrest for the trees to be honest.
I can understand, you don't want to be spending your life in the car. My mother had a fashion store at the end of the day, it didn't work out, not for lack of trying, but as she said, if she had not done it, she would have always wondered "what if". That is what life is about, trying new things, some last a long time and others don't. Look forward to seeing where you buy next at the beach.
I must say that I was surprised that you moved from a small place in England into a McMansion on a huge block with a swimming pool. That must have been a huge change. I hope you find something a little more practical on the coast.
I think you need to understand your personalities and what you like and require in life. We live in the city of Melbourne, near the Bay, and love it. We have a 'bush block' in the country and enjoy it but we would never want to live there on a permanent basis. Some 'tree-changers' or 'sea-changers' realise that the the move they made does not meet their needs and wants. My parents emigrated from the UK in the early 1950s. Their descendants are spread out in the four eastern states of Australia, living in the country and the cities including on the Gold Coast in Queensland. Also, I would recommend that you travel to see other parts of OZ, not just the coast of parts of Queensland, as it will give you a greater understanding and appreciation of this country and its people.
I am Australian and I married a Brit. His job moved us 39 times. I have lived in every State except the NT. We are going to see it in about 6 weeks. I have seen enough and moved enough. We have travelled overseas enough and I have never been to England. Now we have downsized to a quiet village. Our home faces the beach, we left our kids everywhere and they are happy. We are in the sub tropics in Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef runs past our home. I wish we were home right now. Go and find your place. There is something beautiful in every State. Good luck.
Good on you. Moving back to the Coast is the right move. A Lifestyle Block is great to try for a while, but like they always say It isn't Lifestyle, it's a Life Sentence Block. There is no time to relax and enjoy life and that is what life in Australia is all about. All the very best with your move back to the coast and be happy again. We all want that for the BAMFAMALAM.
Take all the time you need to find where you're family is a happy functioning family ❤. Leave a manual for the new residents ( owners- if you sell up) to help them to maintain the property
I'm a carpenter and I can tell you now that composite stuff wont last like they say . Went to a suppliers yard to pick up some materials and there was a piece of composite decking laying loose exposed to the elements & could not believe the twists and turns in it . Bottom line you can't beat quality well maintained timber but always preferable to have roof over any timber deck for longivity
This is really exciting news for you all! To be fair I completely understand about the impact all the driving has in day to day life. Years ago house sat for a month on our friends property in Landsborough and although we loved it, the travel to get the kids to their respective schools and our jobs was hellish. I love that you see this chapter not as a negative but that your time living out there has just added to your life experience bank - life is less about the destination than it is about the journey along the way.
Having lived on an acreage I get what you are saying. Most people don’t understand just how much work is involved and how every time you do a project just how expensive it is. I had a driveway that was 80 metres long and just to spread toppings was a huge expense, the one thing I do miss most though is the space and peaceful setting.
Yes they are known here as a life sentence block vrs a lifestyle block lol. Great if u have plenty of spare time but I knew with the lifestyle you guys had at the previous property, the 10 acre dream wouldn't be right. But hey, I'm glad you tried it. It is a great lifestyle in the country! To be honest, our place here needs just as much maintenance lol it's only 1200sqm too. My next place mite be a unit 😅. A big improvement to any property like yours is the driveway! If you can box or donsome edging on some of it close to the house, it will transform it! Just google before and after gravel driveway photos and yousee what I mean. All the best with the move whenever that may be. Will look forward to watching. Cheers 😊
We are so glad we’ve done it, it has been a good experience for us to have under our belts. We are planning on doing some work to the driveway, will look into those suggestions, thank you 🥰🥰
That's so funny. When we first moved to the Sunny Coast we rented inland with a view to buying there once we got a feel for the market. We spent every day driving to the coast and eventually decided that we moved to Queensland to be near the beach. So we bought right on the water and have never looked back.
So glad to see you guys back, and with such exciting news. Ben, Maz, variety is the spice of life. I grew up on a horse property in The Swan Valley WA, then moved up the far north WA to Derby, did my things I wanted to achieve up there, packed up and moved to Esperance on the far south coast of WA. Wanted to give overseas a go, so moved to Illinois USA for a year, and was going to try a different US state, but Sept11th and -18c days were too much for me, so went and lived in Singapore for 18 months, far too humid for me, so went to Greece for 18 months. Family stuff bought me home, and now I'm settled in a coastal town, Mandurah WA. I'm 58 now, so packing up and moving doesn't appeal to me as much as it used to, so I may or may not stay where I am. Point being, enjoy the journey guys, as none of us know what tomorrow will bring - if it brings a move of any kind, embrace it, learn from it, soak it up and live it to the fullest, which, from what I heard and have seen, is exactly what you're doing, so that's great guys. More awesome and wonderful memories for your whole family is what you're creating and building on. Great stuff ❤ 🦘🌊🐨🐢🦎🐍🕷🌊🌊🌞🍻🥂
As a delusional musician once said: ''Life is what happens to you when you are planning other things''. Just like when you were painting without drop sheets.
@@TheBAMFamalam Thanks for the update and correcting me on my false analogy as it seems you had everything under control and with this event, life is just life minus the pseudo philosophical details.
One thing I really have always liked about your videos is your honesty. Portraying always a rose tinted view of life is not helpful to people looking to move to Australia. I don't mean pour out negativity but just say it how it is. We settled for years in Bundaberg before our return to the UK. Sadly for us Australia didn't live up to our dreams but we have no regrets. Life is for living and experiences. Have you considered Buderim / Moololaba to live? Mum lived there and liked it and Buderim was really nice. Good luck with the renovations and making the changes for your happiness love xxx❤❤❤❤
Bundy would be a tricky town to settle in coming from the UK, it’s lovely though. Like you say it’s the experiences though. We do like Buderim and Mooloolaba, they are lovely areas ❤️❤️
You could wait for the coast to arrive at your property. LOL. Most people, including the majority of Australians, don't think in terms of logistics support for your home and family needs. Rural and regional people do have an appreciation for what is required to live and work away from major population centres. Something to be aware of, the clique mentality of small and regional communities can make it difficult to "break in" to local society. Moving to the coast, beware of settling in those flat sandy loam areas where tea-trees and casuarinas grow. It is an indication of a higher water table where flooding or possible inundation occurs. Check out the insurance prospects of a property, don't take an agent's word for it. You could wait until the Olympics are over! Cheers!
You gave it a good go you have to do what makes you guys happy besides Ben could probably do with the rest 😂 as beautiful as the place is you want to enjoy life not constantly maintaining the place good to see you guys again ❤
I went on honeymoon to Australia in June and loved it. As someone in my 30s, it did make me wonder if we (my husband and I) have missed our opportunity to move. Truth is, though, I couldn't bear to be so far aware from my family, particularly my mam. If I could lift up my entire life, I might consider it! Although I do feel England gets a bad rep when really there are so many beautiful things about this country! I have to ask you, though - how do you cope being away from family and would you ever move back?
Love watching your videos guys! Really open and honest. Waiting to find out if my company are going ahead with setting up in Aus. 🤞🏻 Perth in the next 12 months
Hope you move to a big city, then you'll never have to mention the long distances or how far things are, things being shut, and the price of things (More choices for cheaper shopping prices in a big city...though it's expensive everywhere in the world at the moment) Queensland is a stretch for most Aussies (It is small time, though people do love the beach lifestyle)....but living on acreage there may as well be on the moon for most Aussies! I look forward to a continuation of your journey and understand you just have to be happy. Good Luck.
good luck with whatever you choose on your next stage, sounds like you found paradise but of course the commute everyday is tough with the time and cost of fuel, i live 100km out bush and i go to town once a fortnight and thats too much of a commute for me, maybe i should do it once a month hehe . well you have your heads screwed on so i am sure you will find another dream to live,
Most of us who live rural either use a small local school or we homeschool, driving 21/2 hours would be very taxing on your time and energy. I would have finished homeschooling and had morning tea in that time. Hope your place sells quickly and you find what you want.
Sounds like the novelty is wearing off, you can now move on, better to move about an hour off the coast, than the coast itself, live in the country only a short drive to the coast. Price of houses are cheaper. I live in WA about 10 minutes from the coast. Houses are twice as expensive than an hour inland. Being single I was lucky for pick up a housey unit, otherwise I would be living amongst the snakes and kangaroos. Over east is slightly more expensive
yes even though we've got a british flag, british head of state even british national and memorial days and nearly 2m poms here to boot (yes all those factors and stats are simply mindboggling) its still Australia an island continent in the asia pacific on the other side of the planet, let alone inhabited by the oldest race of people with the longest unbroken links to any landmass going back over 60,000 years, and even given the best attempts by the occupiers to create little England with sunshine....it is not...and the place is also not suited to everyone.
I’m moving to Tasmania from Oxfordshire in September, so nervous seems like there is so much to do. Trying to find a short term let seems to be the hardest thing at the moment as there all holiday let prices. Loving your videos good luck with everything..
@Rodney 1984 thank you we’re looking at moving to Devonport. I was there last year. It reminds my of my hometown in the uk but near the sea and 100% better
Well done you guys. No shame in giving things a try. Better to try than die wondering. I love watching you-tubers doing the acreage small farm life thing with chickens, goats and lots of fruit and veg. But they are usually semi-retired and full time on the acreage. You can try it again in 25 years time or not. But yes I perceive you two are social animals so freeing up time to be with people not chickens is probably your thing. One with the adventure.
We’re so happy we have done it, and we would love a smaller acreage nearer the coast, we are keeping our minds open as to what we go for next though. Seeing what people do with their acreages is so interesting x
Nah! Something wrong here. You keep moving, kind of running away or searching for something missing. There’s nothing wrong with saying you regret moving to Australia, we all wish you and your family the very best
I can so relate! The Tree Change sounds very attractive - the "one with nature", peace and quiet, no traffic, getting away from it all - and the wildlife! But those very advantages are also negatives, especially with children. Before my first child was born, we bought acreage north of Brisbane on a gentle hill, a winding, picturesque drive away from Caboolture. We looked forward to building there, but in the meantime we were living in a Brisbane suburb. When my first son was born, reality set in; he had severe croup, which occasionally involved an emergency trip to the doctor in the middle of the night, and I pictured myself driving down that "winding, picturesque" but very dark road at all hours with a child gasping for breath. The advantages and convenience of living close to everything mounted up, and then there was the long commute to Brisbane every day for work for my husband. We eventually sold the property. It was the best decision for the children as well - minutes away from school and friends, and access to literally any extra curricular activities they wished to try. A Tree Change quickly loses its appeal when you're on the road for hours a week and maintenance on your property is never ending; when your children's opportunities are severely limited; and dashing out for milk and bread is a 45 minute round trip. I'm so glad you guys had the experience though - if you hadn't, you would have always wondered. No doubt you'll miss the 'roos waiting for you at the gate. But you might find you have an increased awareness of the wildlife that share our suburbs with us. I have a possum that lives here, and she always comes in to eat whatever the cat left in his bowl, and brings her babies to show me. I have a very well fed lizard that lives under the fridge and pretty much has the run of the house when he feels safe to do so. And there's a family of maggies that have lived here for generations and are quite social. All the best for your next chapter.❤
You have accomplished alot since you have been in Australia. A change would be good, but houses will be overpriced on the coast. I am over in the west, apparently there is plenty of work over here.
What you have discovered is, that living on a larger acreage property that is outside of closer facilities, schools, universities hospitals real necessary shopping etc, can really come with big down sides as much as the wonderful positives. And can WEAR one down especially with children needing close educational facilities. Huge best wishes for the next part of your Sunny Coast journey
Great to hear from you both! You’ve realised you don’t have what many Aussies have - a better work/life balance. Sit down together and draw up a work side and a life side, then sort it so it all looks balanced. Give it a go and see how it feels. We’re all here for you so don’t be afraid to ask for help! If you need to throw your whole self into things, just make sure half of that time is for lifestyle and leisure, and the other half is work. 🥰🥰🥰🙏
Thank you for triggering my OCD - painting the wall without a "drop sheet" aaaarrrrrhhhhh! (about $2 at Bunnings, if you're interested) Always enjoy your video's, and gad you've recognized there is a problem, and are taking steps to fix it - well done you. Cheers!
Renovating the house to sell? You will probably spend more money doing that than selling but probably now is not a good time to sell. the closer to the coast the more expensive, that is going to be the dilemma.
I live on the South Coast of NSW and it’s just lovely. The community is amazing and it’s so friendly. That’s why Rick Stein started his Aussie restaurant and has a house here. If you are driving south, make sure you stop in Milton NSW as it’s gorgeous. It reminds me of Devon and Cornwall (without the beautiful ancient cottages).
I admire your honesty, and I wondered how you would cope with such a large property to maintain. The difference to living in the UK and living in Auss is made harder by having such a huge change in lifestyle. I know that you will be a loving family wherever you decide to settle in this wonderful land. Make small steps, and it will work. Best wishes for your change.
Thank you, we love this comment 🥰 We are so happy we tried a new adventure ❤️
I love your honesty WITH EACH OTHER! You're such a good example of how two adults who have chosen to make a life together need to be. It's ok to feel crap, be honest and accepting about that, and do something about it. Excited for you both about the movement forward.
We love this part of our relationship too, there’s no point in not being open and truthful. Thank you 🥰
I'm so happy the video was about a house move in Australia.For a minute I thought you was going to move back to England. I've been following you guys for years and booked a month to visit in August - based on your inspiration to check out if it's right for us to move over.
We're visiting: brisbane, goldcoast and the sunshine Coast - We can't wait 🎉 Thanks for your great content 👍 and good luck with the refurb 🤪
The Matthews family
That’s so exciting! We’ve no doubt you’ll love your recce ❤️
It hasn’t even entered our heads to move to England, Australia is home now xx
Thats great 👍 if you have any tips for area that would be great. Were very excited 😁
As an Australian born and bred, personally, I'd find all those places too hot to live, so perhaps you might consider broadening your scope and check out some places further south.
@@carokat1111 yes to be honest, we're open to vist as much of australia as we can but we don't have that much time on this trip. We haven't booked places to stay yet so that we can change/add where we visit.
We will do alot more research and see where that takes us...
Melbourne is the prize. Other Victorian cities are worth inspecting.
I've said it before in comments to your channel ,the saddest phrase in any language is " I should have ", I see so many people my age (senior citizens) who now that they have retired and have the means and urge to accomplish their dreams ,are simply too ill ,incapacitated or have lost their partners ,so have lost their chance to make a change .. I'm so glad that my late wife and I decided to travel and do as many things on our bucket list before she passed and before I became an invalid . You do whatever makes sense for you when you can do it, there's always a way to achieve realistic goals and if you try and fail try something else that's achievable, then you'll not be saying "I should have "you'll be saying " I did " . Good luck I'll be looking forward to some of your new adventures .
Thanks Tom, we always love reading your comments. It would be a terrible shame to not live adventures while we can and make all these wonderful memories xx
My family and I moved to perth WA in Feb and absolutely love it but it's been all go and still is, you've got to do what you've got to do for your fam, the school run on it's own sounds like a mission! All the best 👍
It takes a while to get fully setup, best of luck with your new adventure xx
Electrician, you mean sparky. 😜 😂 C'mon you're an Aussie now. 😀
Haha yes!
You're lucky you have each other and you both want the same thing. Admire the bravery to assess and go "not happy, time for a change". To the next chapter!
Thank you, we are looking forward to it 😁
Mate, you’re here for a good time, not for a long time. Got to have a nice serene life, doing things you love
Precisely this ❤️
Great video, but please put old sheets down on the floor to protect the carpet while you paint. :)
We usually would, the carpets are being replaced in a few weeks though so it didn’t matter this time 😊
Hopefully the property market will cooperate and you find a buyer when you're ready. Interest rates are higher in the US right now - compared to a couple of years ago when they were ridiculously low. People start thinking that that's normal when it's not. Once buyers start to adjust their thinking on having to pay more, they will. Good Luck!
For a moment there, I thought you were moving on OUT of Australia...Glad you're sticking around 😉
Oh gosh no, Australia is definitely home xx
Hey the whole relocation thing is a bit of an experiment for many people and sometimes despite initial enthusiasm, you come to the realisation that the move isn’t working out long-term and you need a change. Happens to many born and bred Aussies too. A “tree-change” move out of suburban life doesn’t end up suiting everyone. You’ll work it out! 👍
We’re so happy that we’ve done it, it’s an adventure ticked off the list 😁xx
painting --- Mix the paint in the big bucket and then pour 4 litres off... that way all the solvents dont evaporate away. We are happy here in the suburbs of the Gold Coast and we are Aussies, large blocks aren't for everyone. Much easier when you can work from home and not di huge school runs.... love your channel... cheers Mark
You don't move to Perth to spend endless time travelling, so your decision is a rational one.
Perth? I thought they were in the Queensland hinterland
Half way through the video and you haven't got to the point, New plans??
Properties are lovely......if you don't mind sacrificing your life 😊. Been there ,!!
We’re so glad we’ve done it… any garden we have from now on will seem like a breeze to look after 😆
@@TheBAMFamalam am in the middle of downsizing myself,. But in Victoria. In the Gippsland region. I graze alpacas and getting a bit much now I am on my own. Good luck with your next adventure 😄
"the market " . thats your problem, right there. .
Great to see you back Ben & Maz! I've really missed waking up to my Sunday morning Bam fix back here in the UK, but totally understand your reasons ❤ just want to say that I admire your honesty & I wish you all the best in wherever your new ventures take you. Looking forward to travelling along this journey with you every week, great to see you back 😘
Ah thank you, it’s so good being back. We’re really looking forward to the next adventure xx
I recall you said you moved to Australia to give you a better life and I also recall you saying that did happen, people overlook that when things are good you have anxiety because they are too good, th organistion of you life is probably what needs fixing, i dont think you can see the forrest for the trees to be honest.
I live the honesty and I love the Bam famalam. Wishing you the best.
Thank you 🥰
Thanks for the honest post. Good luck for the future and I look forward to more videos whenever you feel like doing them.
Thank you 🥰
I can understand, you don't want to be spending your life in the car. My mother had a fashion store at the end of the day, it didn't work out, not for lack of trying, but as she said, if she had not done it, she would have always wondered "what if". That is what life is about, trying new things, some last a long time and others don't. Look forward to seeing where you buy next at the beach.
Yes to all of this! I’m sure your Mum learned so much, and like us, still had a great time doing it, even if it didn’t work out as planned 🥰
I must say that I was surprised that you moved from a small place in England into a McMansion on a huge block with a swimming pool. That must have been a huge change. I hope you find something a little more practical on the coast.
Funnily enough the house is about the same size, it’s just the land. We’re very much looking forward to our next adventure, whatever it may be 🥰
At the end of the day it's what you believe is best for you and your family
Absolutely, it’s all a work in progress 🥰
well said my friend
I think you need to understand your personalities and what you like and require in life. We live in the city of Melbourne, near the Bay, and love it. We have a 'bush block' in the country and enjoy it but we would never want to live there on a permanent basis. Some 'tree-changers' or 'sea-changers' realise that the the move they made does not meet their needs and wants. My parents emigrated from the UK in the early 1950s. Their descendants are spread out in the four eastern states of Australia, living in the country and the cities including on the Gold Coast in Queensland. Also, I would recommend that you travel to see other parts of OZ, not just the coast of parts of Queensland, as it will give you a greater understanding and appreciation of this country and its people.
I am Australian and I married a Brit. His job moved us 39 times. I have lived in every State except the NT. We are going to see it in about 6 weeks.
I have seen enough and moved enough. We have travelled overseas enough and I have never been to England. Now we have downsized to a quiet village. Our home faces the beach, we left our kids everywhere and they are happy. We are in the sub tropics in Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef runs past our home. I wish we were home right now.
Go and find your place. There is something beautiful in every State. Good luck.
That’s a lot of moving! Glad to hear you’ve found somewhere beautiful to live 🥰
Be careful in the NT, the crime there is out of control....☹️
Good on you. Moving back to the Coast is the right move. A Lifestyle Block is great to try for a while, but like they always say It isn't Lifestyle, it's a Life Sentence Block. There is no time to relax and enjoy life and that is what life in Australia is all about. All the very best with your move back to the coast and be happy again. We all want that for the BAMFAMALAM.
Take all the time you need to find where you're family is a happy functioning family ❤. Leave a manual for the new residents ( owners- if you sell up) to help them to maintain the property
I thought you were going to say that you are going back to England
That’s defo not on the cards 😬xx
Lay paper or plastic sheets down for the paint
I'm a carpenter and I can tell you now that composite stuff wont last like they say . Went to a suppliers yard to pick up some materials and there was a piece of composite decking laying loose exposed to the elements & could not believe the twists and turns in it . Bottom line you can't beat quality well maintained timber but always preferable to have roof over any timber deck for longivity
This is really exciting news for you all! To be fair I completely understand about the impact all the driving has in day to day life. Years ago house sat for a month on our friends property in Landsborough and although we loved it, the travel to get the kids to their respective schools and our jobs was hellish. I love that you see this chapter not as a negative but that your time living out there has just added to your life experience bank - life is less about the destination than it is about the journey along the way.
I know it's a pain to have to go 10 miles because you forgot the milk
Haha that’s me every day 😆
Having lived on an acreage I get what you are saying. Most people don’t understand just how much work is involved and how every time you do a project just how expensive it is. I had a driveway that was 80 metres long and just to spread toppings was a huge expense, the one thing I do miss most though is the space and peaceful setting.
There are so many wonderful things about it like you say. It’s funny how many things you learn though because of the expense 😁
Spending so much & refurbing may not be recovered in the sale
Yes they are known here as a life sentence block vrs a lifestyle block lol. Great if u have plenty of spare time but I knew with the lifestyle you guys had at the previous property, the 10 acre dream wouldn't be right. But hey, I'm glad you tried it. It is a great lifestyle in the country! To be honest, our place here needs just as much maintenance lol it's only 1200sqm too. My next place mite be a unit 😅. A big improvement to any property like yours is the driveway! If you can box or donsome edging on some of it close to the house, it will transform it! Just google before and after gravel driveway photos and yousee what I mean. All the best with the move whenever that may be. Will look forward to watching. Cheers 😊
We are so glad we’ve done it, it has been a good experience for us to have under our belts. We are planning on doing some work to the driveway, will look into those suggestions, thank you 🥰🥰
I just found you guys and I love your vids. Welcome to Australia, I'm looking forward to following you.
Thank you so much 🐨😁
That's so funny. When we first moved to the Sunny Coast we rented inland with a view to buying there once we got a feel for the market. We spent every day driving to the coast and eventually decided that we moved to Queensland to be near the beach. So we bought right on the water and have never looked back.
So glad to see you guys back, and with such exciting news.
Ben, Maz, variety is the spice of life. I grew up on a horse property in The Swan Valley WA, then moved up the far north WA to Derby, did my things I wanted to achieve up there, packed up and moved to Esperance on the far south coast of WA. Wanted to give overseas a go, so moved to Illinois USA for a year, and was going to try a different US state, but Sept11th and -18c days were too much for me, so went and lived in Singapore for 18 months, far too humid for me, so went to Greece for 18 months. Family stuff bought me home, and now I'm settled in a coastal town, Mandurah WA. I'm 58 now, so packing up and moving doesn't appeal to me as much as it used to, so I may or may not stay where I am.
Point being, enjoy the journey guys, as none of us know what tomorrow will bring - if it brings a move of any kind, embrace it, learn from it, soak it up and live it to the fullest, which, from what I heard and have seen, is exactly what you're doing, so that's great guys. More awesome and wonderful memories for your whole family is what you're creating and building on. Great stuff ❤ 🦘🌊🐨🐢🦎🐍🕷🌊🌊🌞🍻🥂
We love this comment and couldn’t agree more! The more adventures and life experiences the better xx
OK COOL! C u later then. Ciao Sam.!
As a delusional musician once said: ''Life is what happens to you when you are planning other things''. Just like when you were painting without drop sheets.
The carpets are being replaced in a few weeks 😉
@@TheBAMFamalam Thanks for the update and correcting me on my false analogy as it seems you had everything under control and with this event, life is just life minus the pseudo philosophical details.
One thing I really have always liked about your videos is your honesty. Portraying always a rose tinted view of life is not helpful to people looking to move to Australia. I don't mean pour out negativity but just say it how it is. We settled for years in Bundaberg before our return to the UK. Sadly for us Australia didn't live up to our dreams but we have no regrets. Life is for living and experiences. Have you considered Buderim / Moololaba to live? Mum lived there and liked it and Buderim was really nice. Good luck with the renovations and making the changes for your happiness love xxx❤❤❤❤
Bundy would be a tricky town to settle in coming from the UK, it’s lovely though. Like you say it’s the experiences though. We do like Buderim and Mooloolaba, they are lovely areas ❤️❤️
You could wait for the coast to arrive at your property. LOL. Most people, including the majority of Australians, don't think in terms of logistics support for your home and family needs. Rural and regional people do have an appreciation for what is required to live and work away from major population centres. Something to be aware of, the clique mentality of small and regional communities can make it difficult to "break in" to local society. Moving to the coast, beware of settling in those flat sandy loam areas where tea-trees and casuarinas grow. It is an indication of a higher water table where flooding or possible inundation occurs. Check out the insurance prospects of a property, don't take an agent's word for it. You could wait until the Olympics are over! Cheers!
Awesome advice, thank you 🥰
You gave it a good go you have to do what makes you guys happy besides Ben could probably do with the rest 😂 as beautiful as the place is you want to enjoy life not constantly maintaining the place good to see you guys again ❤
He sure could 😆 Thank you xx
I went on honeymoon to Australia in June and loved it. As someone in my 30s, it did make me wonder if we (my husband and I) have missed our opportunity to move. Truth is, though, I couldn't bear to be so far aware from my family, particularly my mam. If I could lift up my entire life, I might consider it! Although I do feel England gets a bad rep when really there are so many beautiful things about this country! I have to ask you, though - how do you cope being away from family and would you ever move back?
Love watching your videos guys! Really open and honest.
Waiting to find out if my company are going ahead with setting up in Aus. 🤞🏻 Perth in the next 12 months
Hope you move to a big city, then you'll never have to mention the long distances or how far things are, things being shut, and the price of things (More choices for cheaper shopping prices in a big city...though it's expensive everywhere in the world at the moment)
Queensland is a stretch for most Aussies (It is small time, though people do love the beach lifestyle)....but living on acreage there may as well be on the moon for most Aussies!
I look forward to a continuation of your journey and understand you just have to be happy.
Good Luck.
rent it out you would make akilling legends
good luck with whatever you choose on your next stage, sounds like you found paradise but of course the commute everyday is tough with the time and cost of fuel, i live 100km out bush and i go to town once a fortnight and thats too much of a commute for me, maybe i should do it once a month hehe . well you have your heads screwed on so i am sure you will find another dream to live,
I thought you were going back to the UK lol .I hope you find a perfect place to live on the coast . You are both beautiful people .
The UK is defo not on the cards, Australia is very much home xx
Most of us who live rural either use a small local school or we homeschool, driving 21/2 hours would be very taxing on your time and energy. I would have finished homeschooling and had morning tea in that time. Hope your place sells quickly and you find what you want.
I heard you both dont work at all?
Gosh, if only that were true! 😆
Sounds like the novelty is wearing off, you can now move on, better to move about an hour off the coast, than the coast itself, live in the country only a short drive to the coast. Price of houses are cheaper. I live in WA about 10 minutes from the coast. Houses are twice as expensive than an hour inland. Being single I was lucky for pick up a housey unit, otherwise I would be living amongst the snakes and kangaroos. Over east is slightly more expensive
yes even though we've got a british flag, british head of state even british national and memorial days and nearly 2m poms here to boot (yes all those factors and stats are simply mindboggling) its still Australia an island continent in the asia pacific on the other side of the planet, let alone inhabited by the oldest race of people with the longest unbroken links to any landmass going back over 60,000 years, and even given the best attempts by the occupiers to create little England with sunshine....it is not...and the place is also not suited to everyone.
We are deciding to move to FNQ, why did you move from Cairns area to the sunshine coast
Totally thought it was a divorce as Maz was leading up to the announcement - #prayforben&maz 🤣🤣
So did Ben by the sounds of it hahaha 🤪
I’m moving to Tasmania from Oxfordshire in September, so nervous seems like there is so much to do. Trying to find a short term let seems to be the hardest thing at the moment as there all holiday let prices. Loving your videos good luck with everything..
@Rodney 1984 thank you we’re looking at moving to Devonport. I was there last year. It reminds my of my hometown in the uk but near the sea and 100% better
Aww well done guys. Location is everything! The time you'll regain not travelling will bring u so much joy. Good luck to u! XX
Thank you 🥰 Yes we’re very much looking forward to it 😁
The trouble with living out in the stix is the kilometers you rack up on the car.😢
Common thing to do on the sunny coast is to move to acreage and then move back to convenience and ease. We've done it too.
mowing that giant yard - I couldn't do it either. LOL Good luck on your move
Well you gave it a go, you know what it's like to live in the bush now too.
Move to Melbourne's South East coast
Aussie On 👍🏻
yes I glad to see you back
Your making me have a think 2
Well done you guys. No shame in giving things a try. Better to try than die wondering. I love watching you-tubers doing the acreage small farm life thing with chickens, goats and lots of fruit and veg. But they are usually semi-retired and full time on the acreage. You can try it again in 25 years time or not. But yes I perceive you two are social animals so freeing up time to be with people not chickens is probably your thing. One with the adventure.
We’re so happy we have done it, and we would love a smaller acreage nearer the coast, we are keeping our minds open as to what we go for next though. Seeing what people do with their acreages is so interesting x
How sensible.
Good for you guys. If moving will make you happy go for it
Thank you xx
Nah! Something wrong here. You keep moving, kind of running away or searching for something missing. There’s nothing wrong with saying you regret moving to Australia, we all wish you and your family the very best
I can so relate! The Tree Change sounds very attractive - the "one with nature", peace and quiet, no traffic, getting away from it all - and the wildlife! But those very advantages are also negatives, especially with children. Before my first child was born, we bought acreage north of Brisbane on a gentle hill, a winding, picturesque drive away from Caboolture. We looked forward to building there, but in the meantime we were living in a Brisbane suburb.
When my first son was born, reality set in; he had severe croup, which occasionally involved an emergency trip to the doctor in the middle of the night, and I pictured myself driving down that "winding, picturesque" but very dark road at all hours with a child gasping for breath. The advantages and convenience of living close to everything mounted up, and then there was the long commute to Brisbane every day for work for my husband. We eventually sold the property. It was the best decision for the children as well - minutes away from school and friends, and access to literally any extra curricular activities they wished to try.
A Tree Change quickly loses its appeal when you're on the road for hours a week and maintenance on your property is never ending; when your children's opportunities are severely limited; and dashing out for milk and bread is a 45 minute round trip. I'm so glad you guys had the experience though - if you hadn't, you would have always wondered. No doubt you'll miss the 'roos waiting for you at the gate. But you might find you have an increased awareness of the wildlife that share our suburbs with us. I have a possum that lives here, and she always comes in to eat whatever the cat left in his bowl, and brings her babies to show me. I have a very well fed lizard that lives under the fridge and pretty much has the run of the house when he feels safe to do so. And there's a family of maggies that have lived here for generations and are quite social.
All the best for your next chapter.❤
You have accomplished alot since you have been in Australia. A change would be good, but houses will be overpriced on the coast. I am over in the west, apparently there is plenty of work over here.
I think the property is slowly on the way back up
I have a beach house at Dicky but about to downsize to a unit or yown house
Best of luck guys
Sounds like you're doing the best thing to do. Hope everything works out for you with your change. Doing too much all the time isn't the way to live.
What you have discovered is, that living on a larger acreage property that is outside of closer facilities, schools, universities hospitals real necessary shopping etc, can really come with big down sides as much as the wonderful positives. And can WEAR one down especially with children needing close educational facilities. Huge best wishes for the next part of your Sunny Coast journey
Great to hear from you both! You’ve realised you don’t have what many Aussies have - a better work/life balance. Sit down together and draw up a work side and a life side, then sort it so it all looks balanced. Give it a go and see how it feels. We’re all here for you so don’t be afraid to ask for help!
If you need to throw your whole self into things, just make sure half of that time is for lifestyle and leisure, and the other half is work. 🥰🥰🥰🙏
I think it's amazing that you are moving on and I know you will smash whatever is next x
There’s no bad decision. You just decide to change your mind💖
You need drop sheets before you paint. 😜👍👍
The tyranny of distance.
Thank you for triggering my OCD - painting the wall without a "drop sheet" aaaarrrrrhhhhh! (about $2 at Bunnings, if you're interested) Always enjoy your video's, and gad you've recognized there is a problem, and are taking steps to fix it - well done you. Cheers!
Renovating the house to sell? You will probably spend more money doing that than selling but probably now is not a good time to sell. the closer to the coast the more expensive, that is going to be the dilemma.
We’re in no rush, so will sell when it works for us 😊
Crikey, your neighbors probably think you were at least 1000mtr away. ❤❤❤
Haha 😂
So what is going on are you both moving back to the UK or are you moving somewhere that is closer to your jobs etc
Yeah working really hard has obviously changed over the years.
Do what you want to for the future❤❤ to you and Ben…Cheers🦘🦘🇦🇺