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Hollymac

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English expat in Malaysia

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Registration: 26 October 2017

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Hollymac replied to a thread
6 years ago
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Where can I find gardening stores or markets in KL? by Hollymac

Hi all, I am finally getting around to sorting out my balcony! I have googled to find gardening nurseries/ stores to go and find plants....but no luck. Any recommendations of stores or markets? I am in KLCC/Ampang but happy to go further out to find ...

Hollymac

In case anyone else is interested, I got a good variety of plants and pots at a very cheap price at Potters Garden near Sungei Buloh. You need to go by car or take a Grab there. Read More

Hollymac replied to a thread
6 years ago
Hollymac

Where can I find gardening stores or markets in KL? by Hollymac

Hi all, I am finally getting around to sorting out my balcony! I have googled to find gardening nurseries/ stores to go and find plants....but no luck. Any recommendations of stores or markets? I am in KLCC/Ampang but happy to go further out to find ...

Hollymac

Yes I already checked out IKEA - mainly indoor plants. I will look at Sungai Buloh though. Read More

Hollymac created a thread
6 years ago

Where can I find gardening stores or markets in KL?

Hi all, I am finally getting around to sorting out my balcony! I have googled to find gardening nurseries/ stores to go and find plants....but no luck. Any recommendations of stores or markets? I am in KLCC/Ampang but happy to go further out to find ... Read More

Hollymac created a thread
7 years ago

Wanted: Domestic cleaner a few hours per week

Hi I am looking for someone with references to help with cleaning and ironing 3-4 hours per week in the KLCC area. I would welcome recommendations. Must have references. Thank you. Read More

Hollymac created a thread
7 years ago

Anyone know if Ikea is open Christmas day?

Their website is a bit unclear but I want to go to Ikea cheras. Dies anyone know if it is open Xmas day? Thanks in advance Read More

Hollymac created a thread
7 years ago

Expat provident fund/ pension/ retirement information?

Hi everyone, Does anyone have any tips of where I can find information on setting up an expat provident/ retirement fund? Is there something my employer can contribute to or is it always a private scheme for expats? Any tips or advice are ... Read More

Hollymac replied to a thread
7 years ago
lysiew

Transfer RM100k from Vietnam to Malaysia by lysiew

Hi all, I am a Vienamese and I have bought a house in KL recently and it require me to pay RM100k as downpayment. My money is still in Vietnam, can u all suggest how can I transfer the money in a safe way from Vietnam to Malaysia? Anyone experience ...

Hollymac

Thank you very much for your advice Read More

Hollymac replied to a thread
7 years ago
WanderLife

Just arrived in KL from UK looking for work by WanderLife

Hi there Ive flown to KL from UK to look for work in my field, as I havent had a break through from being in the UK. Ive read on other threads that in Malaysia it seems to be who you know more so than your quals and experience, so I'm here to ...

Hollymac

Try spring professional recruitment they have an engineering professional recruitment division. Good luck! Read More

Hollymac replied to a thread
7 years ago
lysiew

Transfer RM100k from Vietnam to Malaysia by lysiew

Hi all, I am a Vienamese and I have bought a house in KL recently and it require me to pay RM100k as downpayment. My money is still in Vietnam, can u all suggest how can I transfer the money in a safe way from Vietnam to Malaysia? Anyone experience ...

Hollymac

I am also concerned about transferring 2 minths advanced rent and utilities deposit transaction direct to a rental agent for an apartment I found. Would you advise doing so through a legal representative and if so is there a reputable listing of ... Read More

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7 years ago
Hollymac

Clothing alterations by Hollymac

Hi everyone I am looking for a seamstress who could make some alterations to a few pieces of women's clothing. I found one in KLCC but it would take 3 weeks! Is there an area of KL I might find more alteration shops? Thank you

Hollymac

Thanks again! Read More

Hollymac created a thread
7 years ago

Clothing alterations

Hi everyone I am looking for a seamstress who could make some alterations to a few pieces of women's clothing. I found one in KLCC but it would take 3 weeks! Is there an area of KL I might find more alteration shops? Thank you Read More

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7 years ago
Hollymac

Looking for apartment along the kelana jaya line by Hollymac

I just arrived in KL and am looking for good areas to explore for a 2/3 bed apartment unfurnished. I need to be close to the kelana jaya line for work. Ideally looking for an area with cafes, restaurants where it is easy to meet people. I would ...

Hollymac

Brilliant thank you! I will message you once I have had a look around the area. I appreciate your directions and advice. Read More

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7 years ago
Hollymac

Looking for apartment along the kelana jaya line by Hollymac

I just arrived in KL and am looking for good areas to explore for a 2/3 bed apartment unfurnished. I need to be close to the kelana jaya line for work. Ideally looking for an area with cafes, restaurants where it is easy to meet people. I would ...

Hollymac

Thank you geraldtsh. I will work in KLCC/Ampang Park between the 2 stations. I am happy to get a metro or train but I just don't want to have to change lines or get a taxi to a nearby station every morning. Is Bangsar far from Bangsar South? I ... Read More

Hollymac created a thread
7 years ago

Looking for apartment along the kelana jaya line

I just arrived in KL and am looking for good areas to explore for a 2/3 bed apartment unfurnished. I need to be close to the kelana jaya line for work. Ideally looking for an area with cafes, restaurants where it is easy to meet people. I would ... Read More