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Changes to Temporary Work Visa Program

As 2024 approaches its final months, exciting changes are on the horizon with the upcoming Skills in Demand Visa set to replace the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) Visa by the…

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Visa Applicants can escape Family Violence without jeopordising their visa

A new immigration law has been enacted, to enable persons experiencing family violence to leave violent relationships without jeopardising their visa status. The law change corrects the horrific reality that…

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Health Critiera waived for Disabled Children born in Australia

A new immigration law has been enacted, exempting #disabled children from meeting the #Health Criteria (Public Interest Criteria #4005/#4007). This is a significant departure from Australian immigration laws ; prior…

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New Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) replaces AAT

The new Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) has commenced operations, 14 Oct 2024. It replaces the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) as the federal administrative review body that conducts independent merits review…

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Migration to NSW – State Sponsorship Opens for 2024/2025 intake

The 2024-25  #NSW  #SkilledMigration Program has officially opened , focusing on key priority sectors identified by the NSW Government to address ongoing skills shortages and adapt to industries undergoing structural…

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India joins Australia’s Work and Holiday Visa Program

In the context of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), Australia will permit 1,000 young Indian citizens each year to obtain a Subclass 462 (Work and Holiday) visa.…

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Work and Holiday Ballot Process

Australia will implement a visa pre-application (ballot) process with an AUD​25 registration fee high-demand Work and Holiday (subclass 462) countries: China, Vietnam & India. This aims to provide an equitable,…

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New Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) for migration matters

The new Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) will commence on 14 October 2024, replacing the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). The ART will be user-focused, efficient, accessible, independent and fair. The current…

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