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HI Just after some input into a package that has been offered. Roll of Project Director in Building Construction. Package total is $200K US. PA. Base Salary being $10K US per month + bonus.Includes $140k AED for accomodation, $28K AED for relocation, Health and airfare 1 return per annum included. S...

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Thanks for your input, what area would $140k get for a 3 bed.Close or out of town.

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where is midrif and is it close to schools for the kids. is it a nice area

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hi , would just like to know if there r any aussies out there who r working in dubai and planning to come back to oz after a couple of years, who have other oz income such as investment properties. i'm keen to know how the tax in oz is worked out. do you become a non resident or remain a resident. i...

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I am in a predicament. I have been offered a position in Dubai but the money is only approx US$20K more than my current status in Australia.
Is it worth up routing my family for this small financial gain but furthering my career. I would appreciate some input being positive and negative.

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The $20K is annually after tax. All calcutations are net. I have taken into account the Tax free benefits in Dubai for wages. Relocating to Dubai - Jumeirah area.

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yes a 3 bed villa in jumerah 2 being vacated by the guy whose job we will take over. we dont have to take that accomodation though..

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yes im getting that info from ato, however i am still under the impression on returning to oz if i declare a foreign income i am liable for a degree of tax because we were coming from a non tax paying country. if i was being taxed a small amount say 4% by the dubai gov then i wouldnt be subject to a...

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hi im looking to relocate to dubai with my husband as he is taking up a job there. im a registered nurse and am considering working part time in a neonatal intensive care unit. i was keen on hearing from any nurses working in dubai. id like to know about the pay, the conditions and if i should line ...

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how much would i pay for a 3 bed villa in the springs. is this place out of the way from everything. would i get a private pool? (how much) thanks for any advice..

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hi, i am relocating to dubai in june. i need to buy a new laptop and i also want to purchase a cannon slr 400 camera. i just want to know if it would be heaps cheaper to purchase these in dubai as opposed to in australia before i come. I would really appreciate some input or prices etc. thanks

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hi can anyone tell me if there is such a thing as after school care, Im new here i dont know anyone and have been affered a job at a school as a teacher assistant. my problem is my daughter is in foundation and finishes at 1215pm and i dont finish until 2pm. does anyone know of a good baby sitter or...

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Hi, I would just like to hear from anyone who has recently gone through the process of getting degree qualifications (preferably Australian) attested. I have read previous posts but would like to hear the most recent rules. I am in the process of having new testamurs issued as mine are lost. I under...

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buy her a copy of Dubai explorer, The complete residents guide. Its very useful. Oh and a bottle of Vodka!

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can anyone recommend a nice restaraunt good food, good entertainment where kids are welcome. Anywhere either marina area or madinat jumeirah area. thankyou

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Hi I'm in the market for a second hand car. Has anyone bought a car from the automarket at ras al khor? Can anyone give me some positives and negatives about it. There seems to be a lot on offer there but prices are not advertised on the cars. Any info would be appreciated. Thanx

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Thank you for your reply. I had a look our there yesterday and noticed a lot of the vehicles are new. I assumed there are imported vehicles from USA, etc. Do you know if they are GCC specifications. Is there a separate compliance plate for GCC / UAE.

Thanks

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just tell them you are here looking for work, but I'm sure they wont ask if you are coming from UK.

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problem is a lot of appartments were bought off plan, so landlords have trippled their money. They are not as negotiable in rent as some may think, especially JBR suprisingly.

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Hi just wondering if anyone could help me out and tell me the closest post office to dubai marina. Directions would be great. Thanx in advance

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thankyou

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yes, i already checked the website, but doesnt give location ie directions. Do you know where abouts the jebel ali one is. I have tried phoning but they dont answer! Thanks again

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yep found it on al wasl rd. easy to find but very costly postage. live and learn!! Thanx again for info.

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arabian ranches nicer villas, better value. springs boxy villas for same price but i think a bit closer maybe, mirdiff flight path. finding a villa is a horrible job, so its a good idea that your husband comes first! good luck

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no way, its not enough. You will struggle with the accomodation, and schooling and you also want to live. Dubai seems to be getting much more expensive and alot less lucrative!!!!

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I totally agree with deedee. 100000 dhms a little low for rental. Coming from a family with 2 children, I would definently negotiate some rent aswell as relocation allowance. It can cost a bit to set a family up here and just as much to ship your things over! Schooling will cost and so I would also ...

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I live in JBR (appartment) and I saw a man with a little dog. He had been walking it at the beach, dog looked almost dead from heat exhaustion!

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Hi I'm just wondering if anyone has found a shop that sells cake decorating supplies. Like decorations, icing different size cake tins, dye's etc. I love making my own birthday cakes, but only when I can use decent stuff. Any help is appreciated. thanx

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there are many good international schools here. It also really depends on where you live or if you want to travel. Waiting lists are usually the case, so maybe put your name down at schools. Some to look at are Kings dubai, Wellington, Raffles, Repton, DES, but really you should google and then look...

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Hi, just need some info if any one has some. My issue is I am looking to buy a villa to move into. my lease isnt up until mid next year so i'm looking for something established preferably with tenants in it. I have since been told by a reputable realestate agent that I could have problems evicting t...

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