Turns out I don't get my money until next friday, which is fine. We'll probably plan for next weekend.
My gf went job hunting today and it took about 5 mins. She went in to the grocery store across the road, did an interview right then and there and was hired on the spot! This is good for both of us in that she'll have cash, keep her busy, she'll be working days (doesn't want to be outside in the city at night), it's across the street, it's in a grocery store (so hopefully we can get a discount on some food!
Oh and the selfish reason, I'll have more time to do stuff that I enjoy (website design, gaming) I think this is going to work out really well! :P