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We're designing new FAQs for business & HR to ensure you are fully supported.

Join the conversation and let us know: what would you like to see in the visa FAQs; what’s important to you; what’s key information; how can we support you to make decisions….?

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Increase in Income Thresholds

From 1 July 2025, there will be important changes to income thresholds for various employer-sponsored visa streams. These changes are in line with the Government’s commitment to the Migration Strategy,…

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Working Holiday Makers have more opportunity to extend stay

        On  5 April 2025, the government expanded the list of postcodes for WHMs undertaking bushfire recovery work and other natural disaster recovery work   (e.g. floods, cyclones, and severe weather events).…

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Visa holders have the same work rights as Australians

Workers in Australia do not need to be Australian citizens or permanent residents to be covered by Australian workplace laws. Visa holders are entitled to the same basic workplace rights…

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Northern Territory – DAMA III

The Northern Territory is supporting employers in filling their skilled and semi-skilled vacant positions. A 2025 Northern Territory Designated Area Migration Agreement (NT DAMA III) now applies across the entire…

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Podcast featuring our Principal, Marsha Bassily

Navigating Immigration Law with Marsha Bassily Immigration law is one of the most dynamic and politically charged areas of legal practice. Australia is a migrant nation. Immigration is central to…

CPD/CLE for Colleagues

Purchasing Property & Visa Status

From 1 April 2025, foreign individuals, including temporary residents, and foreign-owned companies will no longer be eligible to purchase established dwellings in Australia—  unless they meet specific exceptions. These exceptions…

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A National Innovation Visa offering Permanent Residence

The National Innovation visa (subclass 858) (NIV) is a permanent visa for exceptionally talented migrants from across the world. These migrants will help create jobs and drive productivity growth in…

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