What was the hardest personal goal you’ve set for yourself?
It took many years, sweat and tears but I got there in the end. I became a citizen of Australia after 12 years! That’s a really long time but I didn’t focus on the big picture every day. I took little steps towards small wins, whilst keeping my end goal in the back of my mind. You have to be able to live life and enjoy every day, remembering not to wish your life away. This was a hard goal to set myself but it was all worth it and the reward was that I get to live in a country where dreams can come true. Even if I leave, it’s a comfort to know that the door will always be open.
I have a few big goals in my life and I am still currently working towards them, however, I like to keep my progress quiet until the goal has been reached. That being said, a main goal in my life that I can share is to be happy, healthy and enjoy as much of life as we possibly can 🙂.

If I were younger, the challenge would be a worthwhile goal. At this stage in life, my roots are buried here. Yet with many of the issues currently taking place in the USA, it is tempting to look elsewhere. Upon hearing of your success, I am pleased that you have achieved such a milestone. Congratulations!
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Thanks very much Benjamin.
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Welcome to the club, Wayne! Good feeling, I can assure you ;-)!
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Thanks very much Jan!!!!
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Congratulations on becoming an Australian citizen 🥳. It is definitely wroth celebrating and thank you for sharing it. All many years of patience and hardworking have really shown results. As a results, sharing your story here is a great reminder to enjoy little things while working toward a big goal along the way.
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Thanks so much Jen!
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Congratulations
More wins 🥰🥰🥰🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊
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Thanks so much.
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We didn’t know that getting Australian citizenship was that hard. Congratulation!
The Fab Four of Cley
🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
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Oh it’s hard alright and I can totally understand why they have strict immigration rules. Thank you Klaus.
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Good for you, Wayne
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Cheers Pete! Hope you’re well.
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Divorce came through today. Happy as a pig in shit, matey!
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Oh brilliant!!! Be sure to celebrate!
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That’s wonderful!! Congratulations.
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Thanks very much!!!
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Congratulations young man!! Hey, looks like you’ve put a bit of weight on .😂
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You got me Joey! 🤣🤣🤣
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All the best for your other big goals, Wayne
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Thanks very much Hazel.
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My pleasure, Wayne
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That is a great question. There were a few hurdles to say the least. One challenge was training for a job that would enable me to be allowed into the country, that took about 7 years. The application for permanent residency first was long and arduous and then you have to apply for citizenship, complete an exam and take the pledge, all of which had obstacles for me.
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Yaaaayyy Wayne!!! You’re an Aussie now!!! Congratulations and well deserved xx
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Thank you so much!!!! 🐨
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That’s such an inspiring journey! It shows how patience and perseverance truly pay off. Becoming a citizen after all those years must’ve felt incredible — congratulations! 🌟
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Aww thanks so much! I was the best feeling to be honest 🙏🏽
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Congratulations, I can relate to it. I became an Australian Citizen last year. It’s certainly a great achievement. All the best!
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That’s amazing to hear! Congrats to you also!
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woo hoo!
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Talk 👄 about delayed gratification great job
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Haha so true. Many thanks 🙏🏽
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Your perseverance is admirable, Wayne. I’m not sure I would have had the patience. Congrats, mate!
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It’s crazy when you think about it but I didn’t put a time frame on it. Just kept chipping away on the sidelines. Slow and steady wins the race.
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Congratulations!! 👏 amazing!
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Ah thank you Seb!
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Congratulations! 🇦🇺 How wonderful. 😊
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Thanks very much Lynette!
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Congratulations
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Thanks Sheree. Hope you’re having a fab trip.
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We are indeed, thanks Wayne
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Excellent
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Congrats on the citizenship, Wayne and best of luck on all thos other goals.
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Cheers Dan, appreciate it!
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Congratulations for reaching your goal! The other goal sounds like an ongoing one and a good reminder.
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Thanks Jean! Always good to have goals to work towards.
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