Monday, 5 December 2011

Settling in Nicely




Well it’s been raining quite a lot in Sydney for the last couple of weeks which I wasn’t expecting. We have had the odd day of glorious sunshine but for the most part it’s been wet and windy which has given me the opportunity to job and flat hunt with some success.
It is not the ideal time to be looking for jobs in the run up to Christmas and Australia's holiday season, but I’ve met quite a few recruiters now and am hopeful that something will present itself this week. I have an interview with a digital media firm called Tigerspike (no kidding) this week and am exploring my options back at Accenture in Sydney. 

I have had better luck finding a flat. I’m moving into a houseshare in Redfern with my friend from New York, Fiona Gardiner. It’s not by the beach but it’s very close to the city centre which will be very handy for those elusive jobs!

I spent a bit of time in Manly this weekend and it was looking at it's best on Saturday when I went to see Ali Martyres. He was struggling after his Christmas party and was in a bit of trouble with his girlfriend - some things never change mate!

On the Friday before, I met up with Arum and Fi for a beach volleyball lesson and a drink at the Manly Wharf Hotel Bar. Definitely something I'd like to make a habit of if possible.

I saw Rob Hyson again on Tuesday at his regular pub quiz and had a cracking night out with Al Hewson at the piano bar in King Cross where we stumbled across a swimwear show at 10pm on a Friday night.  A couple of other great nights have been had, especially with Jules and friends in Darlinghurst when Suzie enjoyed the Rose a bit too much.

Greg also deserves a mention for getting me on a golf course twice in the last 7 days. Once to St Michael's and then yesterday to Kooindah Waters. If it wasn't for the Thunder, Lightning, Cold Winds and Driving Rain I would have enjoyed myself immensely.

If you are reading this at about 10pm in the UK you might see me having my breakfast on the rooftop using the webcam!




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