I know there are a lot of cost of living figures on here, and thanks to all of you that have spent the time to put yours up there (although Im still trying to figure out if I would buy 2.5 kg of potatoes.... the metric conversion will be quite the challenge). Im trying to figure out what Im going to bring home every payday.

Ive been told "Your average Pay is approx $70000 before tax but this varies with overtime and penalties". With this salary, what can I expect to have in pocket on payday each fortnight (Im learning the lingo too).

Most importantly, as a single male, is this a comfortable salary to live on, save with, and be able to travel, "play", etc.