“I live a very good life here in Thailand on my Australian pension,” he said. “I rent a one-bedroom condo that comes fully furnished and equipped with cooking utensils, crockery and bedding for 10,000 baht a month (AU$400.00). This includes internet WiFi, cable TV, a twice-monthly cleaning service and a change of linen. My electric bill is around 1,200 baht a month (AU$49.00) and my water bill is 300 baht a month (AU$12.00). The condominium block has a large swimming spa and a gym and has 24-hour security.
