Originally Posted by Baby75

Hello
i was wondering if you would give me examples of rate of living so i can compare to were i live, it would be really help full thanks
how much would you spend per week or month on these things !

Rent - this will obviously vary greatly but ours is $310
weekly shopping - we're a family of 3 and spend around $200
clothes for kids - I dont seem to buy as many as I did in the UK - she lives in shorts and singlets in the summer!
electricty - $25
gas - $15
home insurance - $15
water - you only pay a percentage when you rent - about $5
Broadband - $25
Home Phone - $5
Phone Card to call UK - $5
Mobile Phones - $25 for 2
Foxtel - $20

is there any other bills i should be aware of i really want to be prepared for our big move Thanks very much