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Patriciasch

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Lives in Durban

Registration: 27 October 2011

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Patriciasch replied to a thread
12 years ago
Sylvain LG

Anyone from Canada in CT by Sylvain LG

Hello, I am a Canadian citizen from Montreal currently working in Cape Town. Anyone from Montreal out there? Is there a place in Cape Town where we can watch a hockey game??

Patriciasch

Rugby and cricket are our most enjoyed sports....enjoy...we are leaving for Canada we going to Fort Erie Niagara falls Regards Pat Read More

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12 years ago
sohail7

Moving to Durban by sohail7

Hi Guys, I have got a job in Durban to work as a software developer. The salary is 20000R. The workplace is close to Durban Central. I want to ask few questions: I am traveling with my wife and child. Can you suggest me a safe place to live ...

Patriciasch

Hi Durban has a huge Indian community Hindu Tamil and Muslim so you will feel at ease and make lots of friends....salary is OK so you will able to get a secure place....do not try and live in central Durban as the places are not secure...you will ... Read More

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12 years ago
Christine

Durban flatshare by Christine

Hi, is it popular to share a flat in Durban ? What advice would you give to those looking for shared accommodation in Durban? Can you recommend specialized local websites or newspapers? By the way, keep in mind there is a flat ...

Patriciasch

If you can DO NOT share it hardly ever works out rather find a small flat for yourself even if it means tightening your belt....good luck Regards Pat Read More

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12 years ago
Christine

Pregnancy in Johannesburg by Christine

Hi, could you please share advice and tips about pregnancy in Johannesburg? Who are the best gynecologists for pregnancy follow-ups? Which hospitals or clinics would you recommend to give birth in Johannesburg? Thanks a lot in advance ...

Patriciasch

I am from Durban so do not know doctors in Johannesburg but please what ever you do stay away from Government Hospitals! Good luck! Regards Pat Read More

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12 years ago
Nibri

school in Durban by Nibri

Dear all, mid of 2012 I will move to Durban with my family. For my children (6 and 9 years old) I am looking for a good private school. Has anyone a good experience? Thanks in advance Nibri

Patriciasch

Welcome to my part of Durban I am on the Bluff and my husband works for Mondi Paper in Merebank....I suggest Our Lady of Natal on Marine Drive bluff if you call enquiries on 1023 they will give you the number just give them the whereabouts which ... Read More

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12 years ago
Nibri

school in Durban by Nibri

Dear all, mid of 2012 I will move to Durban with my family. For my children (6 and 9 years old) I am looking for a good private school. Has anyone a good experience? Thanks in advance Nibri

Patriciasch

Where abouts in Durban? Let me know and perhaps I can help you, Durban covers a huge area. Kind regards Patricia Read More

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12 years ago
MI-HASINA

Learn more about Joburg by MI-HASINA

Hi everyone! I am from Madagascar; I am here in Johannesburg for one week.I want to buy some souvenirs not expansive. Could you name aplace please?

Patriciasch

Sorry mate I wish I could I am from Durban on the east coast could help with shops here but not Jo'burgh....enjoy your stay and stay safe! Regards Pat Read More

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13 years ago
danik2010

Life in Durban... by danik2010

Hello, everybody!! My husband just received a job offer in Durban, for a salary of about 15.000 Rand... I don't know anything about this part of world... but friends told us that is a dangerous place, low standards etc... I don't want to decide ...

Patriciasch

Durban is great lots of good weather lovely beaches ....crime well it all depends get security the police are very hard working I would hate their job! but otherwise the salary is too low!You can not survive on such a low wage..... good luck! We ... Read More

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13 years ago
SeekingSA

Getting a Bank Account and Letting An Apartment by SeekingSA

I've been in Durban just a month now. I love it here. But I have encountered a few challenges. I had issues getting a bank account. The only way I got a bank account was because I knew someone. I also had a problem with letting. The lady was ready ...

Patriciasch

Yes I agree it is a rip off! If you want to call USA buy your self a world call card this helps as its cost approx. 39cents a minute! We in South Africa are ripped off in more ways than one! we moving to Canada mid year! best of luck! Pat Read More

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13 years ago
nadezhda

Port Elizabeth by nadezhda

Is anyone currently living/ has lived in the Port Elizabeth area? I really like the look of what I have heard so far but would rather have the view of someone on the ground!

Patriciasch

Port Elizabeth was mainly the motor industry and related companies affiliated to the motor industry and in recent years the industry has taken a knock I worked for a affiliated company...the weather was a bit much, and the wind and then long periods ... Read More

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13 years ago
nadezhda

Port Elizabeth by nadezhda

Is anyone currently living/ has lived in the Port Elizabeth area? I really like the look of what I have heard so far but would rather have the view of someone on the ground!

Patriciasch

I lived there for 5 years in PE it is very windy and very dry the people are friendly but I must say I did not enjoy my stay there! Read More

Patriciasch replied to a thread
13 years ago
dudo

I am a qualified Welder looking for a job in Cape Town by dudo

I am a qualified welder looking for a job in Cape Town. I did a Welding Fabrication & Engineering

Patriciasch

Hi and welcome! I live in Durban and I know of lots of companies that employ woman welders especially because they are very reliable and their work can not be faulted! Mondi paper and Engin refinery for example you need to send your CV to the human ... Read More

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13 years ago
Patriciasch

Immigrating to Canada by Patriciasch

From South Africa to Niagara falls next summer I would like to try and find my partner a position in the engineering line as in the pulp and paper steel or textile industry he has expensive experience as a maintenance fitter 20 years in the pulp and ...

Patriciasch

Thanks I will try that website I have submitted his resume to a company in Hamilton and they very interested they will keep his resume for 6 months, Hamilton is about 60kms from Niagara falls! Thanks I will still try this site as well. Kind ... Read More

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13 years ago
Ranjini

International Schools in Durban by Ranjini

Hi, I shall be moving to Durban from Singapore. I have a 4 year old son who is in K1. Need inputs on schools. Currently he is doing a full day school Warm regards, ranjini

Patriciasch

You will need security in Durban but if you live in a gated complex you will be safer. Lots of really good school....whereabouts in Durban? North of Durban would be a good bet private schooling of a very standard but besides some of the set backs ... Read More

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13 years ago
angCT

just moved to CT, looking to meet people by angCT

Hi, A bit about myself: I've been teaching English in Japan for the past 3 years, just moved to CT (originally from Jhb), 28 yrs old. I would love to meet new people (both locals and expats). I'm into travelling, the arts, meditation/tai chi, ...

Patriciasch

I do hope you find friends in cape Town they are normally very friendly. We are leaving for Canada next year June! Kind regards Pat Read More