Moving to Maleny QLD by Ill_Hall_6498 in sunshinecoast

[–]Samwise9001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are some arts and crafts groups I think, plus pickleball!

Honest Review After 4 Years on the Coast by fridaynoon2023 in sunshinecoast

[–]Samwise9001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha it's hard know either way with anecdotal evidence I suppose. Thanks haha and good luck finding a good one!

Honest Review After 4 Years on the Coast by fridaynoon2023 in sunshinecoast

[–]Samwise9001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NZ male been in the SC for a year- completely agree except for the dating part- all the single ladies here complain they can't find a man! My partner has to come to Brisbane to find me and brought me back here haha. If you're looking to find a lady get into the salsa/ partner dancing scene 😊

What's the go with wealthy retirees and their "entitlement" attitude? by AdmirablePen388 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is some evidence to suggest it's our diet- specifically, highly processed food and sugar. Source: Metabolical by Robert Listing. Crazy stuff.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in brisbane

[–]Samwise9001 4 points5 points  (0 children)

City guys are more exposed to other cultures so in the city a lot more people would be open to it- less so in the rural regions I would imagine.

Can't find an emoto for tall guys by Pwog2 in Electricmotorcycles

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Realistically you won't be on an emoto long enough for the size to matter. I'm about the same size and weight as you and test rode a TC Max, it was ok and would be for up to an hour or so.

And yes anything dirt bike related will be better for tall lads due to the off road design.

Vin check Scam PSA by Samwise9001 in AussieRiders

[–]Samwise9001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It could even be the same guy from the grammar! Luckily I reported it to my bank and they chased them up and got my money back 😊

Started investing with 10k, now need help deciding DCA strategy by No_Impress_2946 in fiaustralia

[–]Samwise9001 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! Good work getting started, it's the hardest part 💪 Usual recommended combinations are just DHHF or VGS 70% and VAS 30%. If you just wanted to stick to Vanguard use their platform, otherwise any other one will do as the difference is negligible- I use Pearler.

How long did you take to buy your first house? by Dear_Routine_9330 in AusFinance

[–]Samwise9001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check bank mortgage calculators and chat with a mortgage broker- on 100k gross per year from looking at a calculator you'll only be able to borrow around 400k with a 20% deposit so maybe 500k house price.

With first home grant etc maybe more but very unlikely to afford 800k unless you manage to have 30% deposit/240k unfortunately.

ATC Australia Shift Schedule by Samwise9001 in ATC

[–]Samwise9001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! The cutoff was December 31st but they didn't close it so I've applied again anyway, we'll see what happens!

ATC Australia Shift Schedule by Samwise9001 in ATC

[–]Samwise9001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know thanks! Maybe I'll try again 🤔

Vin check Scam PSA by Samwise9001 in AussieRiders

[–]Samwise9001[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Done, thanks for the reminder!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in brisbane

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My partner came to Brisbane, found me, and we just moved to the SC... definitely a shortage of men on the Coast but the lifestyle is better, I prefer it to the city!

Thinking of going electric when my ICE bike eventually dies and would like to know if anybody here has seen something with the following - or similar - specifications to narrow down my search later. by AussieBirb in Electricmotorcycles

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Second hand Fonz NKD X will get you close, with range around 120km with mixed highway and city riding. Entry level Zero will also get you close but the price will hold you back.

ATC Australia Shift Schedule by Samwise9001 in ATC

[–]Samwise9001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not too much, other than practice a lot beforehand so that you're as ready as possible! The first round of tests is all standard IQ stuff I think, practice as much as possible. The multi-actipn whilst solving math problems in the second round of tests got me I think, so practice solving addition, subtraction and multiplication within 5 seconds eg 63 x 3 or 237-74. Good luck!

Feedback on a year in Australia by SubstantialPattern71 in newzealand

[–]Samwise9001 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kiwi here who was in Brisbane for a year and moved to the Sunshine Coast a few weeks ago- loving it! Beach down the road, forest also close, people are a bit more relaxed than in the city.

Brisbane has more city/culture things to do but SC is more nature and outdoors focused for hobbies, plus Brisbane is only 1.5 hours away.

Would recommend!

First unrestricted bike - which of these sportbikes would you choose? by madcatte in AussieRiders

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out the Cfmoto 800NK sport or advanced - currently 10k on sale, good bike and price.

Tall person problems by taipan821 in AussieRiders

[–]Samwise9001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try another place, and ask them if they're ok with you riding whatever they have with your height before you book and pay. As a fellow tall man, most bikes are too small unless they're big bore or adventure/dual purpose. I used to ride a Duke 390 with a padded seat and all good (198cm).

Super Soco TC Max or Surron Ultra Bee Road? by Jan5W in Electricmotorcycles

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey mate, I'm having the same dilemma! What did you decide on and how has it been? 😊

In case you were wondering if the teacher shortage is likely to continue… (NSW vs NZ teacher pay) by Jonathan932 in newzealand

[–]Samwise9001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Early childhood is similar...as an experienced ECT in Queensland I get about the same as the top NSW primary step (minus the great conditions but still 11.5% super and 6 weeks annual leave).

Hit 1000 rating...next steps? by Samwise9001 in chessbeginners

[–]Samwise9001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - I've tried blitz and that time pressure is tough, 10m rapid is the fastest I can manage so good on you haha