A few weeks late, but it was hard! Listening was the hardest, as I expected.
The reading comprehension section was hard in just the amount of time it took to read (such child like reading speed!). I felt fairly pleased with how I went in that section, considering.
It did feel rushed at times, I did expect a little more time per question – but then again, I’m not advanced.

Overall, glad I did it, was worth it. I liked having something to work toward.

Good point Mr. I was posting for a while before I was able to understand them and make the most of them.

Cool as. I know what you mean about it feels like you’re drawing kanji, definitely.

This may be a little old school or unpopular, but I’d suggest just writing out the hiragana, all of them, to begin with. It may seem a bit naff, but I think you can learn them fairly quickly that way.

Yeah!
Hang on, I don’t get it.

I have heard of people importing manga/anime and being arrested due to its sexual nature. Tricky stuff.

Good work Joel. As long as both of your feet aren’t left feet it is all good.

I’ve looked at past samples & other guidelines, they felt about right for me.

Booked in for the test today! Should do some study…

I’d start Lang-8 now, it’ll be a good means to help you expand your vocabulary – there’s nothing like actual usage.
Any podcasts (heaps of free ones on iTunes) and watch movies, TV shows or anime, whatever takes your fancy.