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    Default Where to live

    I know this is not very metal work related, hence it is in the off topic section.

    As a background I live at a place called Willowbank near Ipswich SE QLD. Tomorrow will be one year since we had large hail (around 10cm) smash our roof. The house is almost repaired in a fashion but that would be another subject about insurance companies. Today they are predicting storms again. It is also approaching high humidity season where it is a drain to do anything in the shed, even with insulation.

    In a few years I am thinking about moving. The kids have left home and such.

    Therefore where is a good place to move that meets these requirements.

    Very little chance of large hail.
    Low Humidity.
    Little chance of frost.
    No cyclones and low chance of tornado.
    Low bushfire risk.
    Not in a flood area.
    Low earthquake risk.

    Also I don't want to be in a big city but would like some place with a sense of community.

    My plan will be to build a big shed and live my active days in comfort, out doing what most of as like here, without the anxiety that the house and shed may get destroyed again.

    I realise such a place may not exist but it often pays to ask.

    I look forward to the suggestion on how to achieve this.

    Thanks

    Steve

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    Do you like dust?

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    I have been through a couple of dust storms in Wagga around 2002. They were not pleasant but did not cause the long term destruction the hail caused. I cant see myself living in Woomera though. I have spent enough time there.

    Steve

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    Its a big country - I'm sure there are plenty of places that would fit your requirements pretty well.

    I've got most of your list where I am, but we do get a few frosts in the winter. Personally I love a light frost - what I hate is damp cold.
    Gets to slightly low 40's in the summer, but its dry heat, and we typically get a sea breeze in the late afternoon.

    To me the physical place is only half of the issue though. Distance to family (potential grandkids etc), facilities, and giving yourself options for getting older or having health issues all come into play if you're planning on it being the "until they lock me up or box me up" move.

    I think one thing is certain though - you've got to move South, inland, or overseas to get whats on your list

    Steve

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    Come to Murray Bridge, reasonable priced living, homes not expensive yet, right by the river for fishing boating canoodling or whatever. I'm extremely happy living here
    Kryn
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    Steve,

    From your requirements list I would suggest Queensland wont fill any of them.

    Ross

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    Coastal South Australia

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    Yorke Peninsular SA,

    Ratty 05/2004 -05/07/2010 COOPER 01/08/1998-31/01/2012

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    It looks like a lot of votes for South Australia, that would make my eldest daughter happy as she now calls Adelaide home. I am spending Christmas at Port Elliot so I will get a fell for the place.

    Steve

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    Quote Originally Posted by Reidy41 View Post
    I have been through a couple of dust storms in Wagga around 2002. They were not pleasant but did not cause the long term destruction the hail caused. I cant see myself living in Woomera though. I have spent enough time there.Steve
    i drove to Woomera 2019 for something to do one weekend , i liked the place and thought maybe retire there in future but i couldn't find any houses for sale ? they have a cool park with a few old planes displayed on the grass and the houses all looked tidy. Its a odd place with a few big empty factories and houses but not many people around, I ended up driving to Whyalla a few hours down the road and stayed the night, nearly hit a Roo on way out . Whyalla fits the bill but does emit a bit of pollution from the steel works, excellent value for money though i.e house with ocean views double story for less than 500k.

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    Those old planes are nice and shiny now. I am an Air Force reservist and have spent a month a year there for the last three years giving them a tidy up. Most of them are painted now.

    Steve

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    Here are a few photos of the planes of Woomera

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    Jindavik?
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    Jindivik - an aboriginal word for the hunted one.

    An Australian designed and build jet powered drone that was produced from 1952 to 1986.
    A total of 517 were built and used by Australia, UK, Sweden and the USA.


    • Maximum speed: 908 km/h (564 mph, 490 kn)
    • Range: 1,038 km (645 mi, 560 nmi)
    • Service ceiling: 17,375 m (57,000 ft)

    The Jindivik would commonly tow a target that was used in aerial gunnery and missile practice. The target earned the name Tonic. Apparently as the story goes, the negotiations for the US to buy Jindivik's was being discussed in a bar over a couple of drinks. One American decided to order some Gin as in Jindivik and tonics and the name stuck.

    So those that think drones are a new thing probably don't realise that they have been around since 1952 at least. Back when Australia had a manufacturing and design industry. For those that are into Australian designed jet power drones, check out "the Loyal Wingman" and its connection to Woomera. An another Australian designed drone that is very impresive. Hopefully it will sell well. If it does it is planned to be built in Toowoomba.

    Steve

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    Coober Pedy.
    Just about all that you asked for and one that you didn't (never need a lawn mower)
    I've never been there myself but hope to have a look one day.
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