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Joseph Family

Episode 2 of 20

Series in which families try out life overseas. After tough times, a mum hopes Australia can give her family the best life possible.

When Elizabeth and Kevin Joseph's youngest son Aiden was born with a heart condition, he faced a series of life-threatening operations. Now, his condition's stable, and both parents want the best life possible for him and his siblings. Mum Elisabeth believes that's what Australia could offer, but dad Kevin has concerns about work and finances down under.

When a trial week living in Adelaide shows Kevin's fears weren't completely unfounded, it looks like Elisabeth's hopes for her family's future could be under threat. Will the upsides of life on the other side of the world be enough to persuade him to go ahead with the move?

44 minutes

Update on the Joseph family

Update on the Joseph family

In September 2014, the Josephs made the move down under, choosing to settle in Adelaide.

Kevin is currently working full time in a private hospital in Burnside, while Elisabeth is awaiting her midwifery registration. Harrison, Isabelle and Aiden have settled into school and are all enjoying Aussie life. Aiden's health continues to be monitored by health professionals down under, and he’s currently doing well. The family is still adjusting to the big move, but everyone’s beginning to feel more settled in the country they now call home.

Watch out for an episode of Wanted Down Under Revisited featuring the family in February 2016.

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Nicki Chapman
Director George Boyle
Producer George Boyle
Series Producer Simon Miller
Executive Producer Paul Connolly
Editor Aisling O'Connor

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