I think that's quite extreme, but as you say WA rent is extremely expensive.
For Melbourne I know a lot of my friends come over with $2-$4k and make it fine.
Setting up in Australia is pretty easy. You just need to get a Tax File Number and bank account.
The closest equivalent to Trademe (and best place to find a flat) would be:
www.gumtree.com.au
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Anybody keen to get back into guild wars?
I'm looking to get achievements/trophies/titles while having some fun mostly pvp'ing, and anything else I can do that will roll over to GW2 :).
Although you say you enjoy numbers, I have never met an accountant that loves there job and enjoys going to work. IMO do what you enjoy the most, and make sure the team at the auto electricians is...
Hey theres a motorbike sitting out on the footpath of my street,
I haven't seen anybody riding it so that must mean it's now mine, also its exhaust is half missing.