We might have been in the same trial. I can't remember the exact date but it would have been after 1980 because that is when I was 'officially' diagnosed, although my first episodes were around 1971/72. I have a feeling it was probably around the mid-80's.
Tasmania? It is beautiful and not so spoiled by development as the other major states.
I believe that the cost of living is actually lower and that good employment opportunities exist. There was an article in the Melbourne 'Age' about this a few weeks ago.
The Western Ridges moved me almost as much as Uluru when I first saw them. Tasmania is one of the best parts of Australia
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