She thrived in Melbourne. Her kids need home. They're returning

TikToker @roxymessage posted a selfie-style clip on 5 November explaining why her family is packing up after two and a half years in Melbourne and heading back to South Africa. She says she thrived abroad, but her children struggled to feel they belonged. The video has about 231,000 views and about 5,000 likes.

In the caption she writes that a better future is not only about safety and money, but also about belonging and identity, and that motherhood sometimes means choosing what is best for the kids even when it hurts. Briefly covered the video on 5 November, noting the family plans to be home before Christmas. Reported has not independently confirmed their travel dates beyond what she said on camera.

What the comments are saying

@miss_t_zulu:

"Bottom line...they can't afford to live there any longer" (1347 likes)

@queendeka_:

"Please try America sis. I beg you" (859 likes)

@__sphesihle:

"Have you tried Asylum Seeking in America?" (584 likes)

@kingsmith3674:

"come to Nigeria, we are the giant of Africa." (519 likes)

@luageorge0:

"They always come back even after decades." (418 likes)

@terencegates5:

"Try New Zealand" (392 likes)

@milkza19:

"So everything in Aus was great but it's a better choice to move back. Makes no sense." (326 likes)

@mirie_lyndans:

"To be honest... kids will eventually adjust. Coming back wont mean they will adjust here." (212 likes)

Video and image: @roxymessage on TikTok.