My Flat

Here's where I live in Brisbane:

It's called the Aurora Tower... a throw back to my Fort McMurray days and the aurora borealis. I live on the 47th (out of 69) floor, which is 4.7/6.9 of the way up. Hah.

It's basically right on the edge of the main CBD (Central Business District), in the area everyone calls "the city" vs. the North Amerian "downtown".

I decided to live here because it's walkable to all of the areas around the CBD... The Valley, Southbank, the river walks, the Gabba (cricket & AFL), quick trip to Suncorp Stadium (Rugby), etc. etc... The downside is it's pretty expensive and my apartment isn't tiny, but it's not large by any means. I think it's around 800 square feet.

The is the view from my living room and patio:

And here's some interior pics... not of my exact unit, but it looks similar:

I'm using pics from the website because I still haven't bought a camera (the phone camera still sucks), and they're professional so they look better anyway.

And like I've said before I've rented a 2 bedroom, so there's a spare room for any visitors. The project and assignment here still being defined somewhat and as a result I don't know exactly how long I'll be here. I know I'll be in Brisbane for 6 months, could be up to a year, but will likely fall somewhere between 6 & 12 months. There's lots to do here too, and the Australian $ is lower than the Canadian so the costs are reasonable. Factor in a free place to stay and you're laugh'n.

This weekend I pick up my car, heading to a pub with friends to watch the Tri Nations, and have surfing lessons on Sunday. Going to try and fit in golf on Saturday too... P.S. 150m = 165 yards.