Just wanted to respond and say a huge thank you for all of your imput!
It is great to be able to discuss this with you and get your perspective and encouragement too.

We aren't sure quite what to do just yet... there are still some things to think about...
  • me wanting to finish my studies first

  • perhaps buying a share in the family property which is less than an hour away anyway and already has a manager

  • perhaps buying some land and farming it later

  • or a smaller block just for the space and a few animals??


At least now I feel like I CAN do it either way.
So thankyou so much for your encouragement.

I will fill you in along the way but we hope to decide in the first six months after moving.