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Good news for entrepreneurs. A new visa for individual... moreGood news for entrepreneurs. A new visa for individuals with innovative ideas and financial backing from a third party will come into effect from November 2016.
For more information on the Entrepreneur visa http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/188-
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Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) have rele... moreDepartment of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) have released the new Skilled Occupations List (SOL) for 2016-17.
This list will come into effect from 1st July, 2016.
The Skilled Occupations List is used for 189 (Skilled Independent Visa), 489 (Skilled Regional Provisional Visa) and 485 (Graduate Temporary Visa) visa applications.
The DIBP have also released the Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List (CSOL) which is used for 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa), 457 (Temporary Work Skilled Visa) and 186 (Employer Nominated Scheme) visa applications.Here’s the SOL 2016-17 less
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Government plans to introduce a new five-year temporary sponsore... moreGovernment plans to introduce a new five-year temporary sponsored parent visa. You can find more information from here
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Australia introduced a simplified student visa framework (SSVF) ... moreAustralia introduced a simplified student visa framework (SSVF) on July 1st 2016. Find more information from here
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Visitor Visas
General information
Longer Visitor visas fo... moreVisitor Visas
General information
Longer Visitor visas for parents
Frequently asked questions
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General information
The Visitor visa (subclass 600) lets you visit Australia for tourism or business visitor activities.
Tourism includes holidays, recreation and seeing family or friends.
Business visitor activities may include attending a conference, negotiation or an exploratory business visit.
You cannot work for or provide services to a business or organisation in Australia or sell goods or services to the public. If you are intending to do short-term work in Australia you should apply for the new Temporary work (short stay activity) visa (subclass 400).
People intending informal study or training for less than 3 months, may also apply for a Visitor visa.
Longer Visitor visas for parents of Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents
Parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents are able to apply for Visi... less
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A new report has warned that Australia's migration intake might need to be cut in order to address the chronic housing affordability crisis in major cities like Sydney and Melbourn... moreA new report has warned that Australia's migration intake might need to be cut in order to address the chronic housing affordability crisis in major cities like Sydney and Melbourne.
The Grattan Institute research centre report said despite politicians proclaiming they are dealing with the nation's housing crisis; they have actually had little impact.
The institute has warned housing affordability is getting worse with young, low-income families the worst hit in trying to buy home.
And those lucky enough to get a mortgage are finding it harder to pay it off given loans are larger and wages growth is low.
The Melbourne-based centre's latest report has labelled governments "neglectful" and said their policies had created a "housing mess."
It has accused both state and federal governments of concentrating on quick-fix, short-term solutions, rather than committing to a long-term overhaul of planning for housing.
The Grattan Institute's Chief Executive John Daley said: "it's bad. It's getting worse," while summi... less
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There are a number of removalist companies that specialise in global relocations, so it's a good idea to get a range of quotes before making a decision. Keep in mind the cheapest q... moreThere are a number of removalist companies that specialise in global relocations, so it's a good idea to get a range of quotes before making a decision. Keep in mind the cheapest quote isn't necessarily the best one.
Take into consideration:
how long it will take for your belongings to arrive
the insurance policy details and whether or not the company can help you with customs documentation
It is advisable to read reviews and testimonials online from people who have already used the removalist company you are considering before you make your final decision.
Although it's comforting to be surrounded by familiar things when you move to a new country, it's worthwhile doing a thorough review before deciding what to bring to Australia to determine whether the costs outweigh the benefits.
Think twice before bringing any electrical goods. Australia runs on 230V power (50Hz), so you may require transformers and adaptors for them to work in Australia.
Using a removalist or a shipping company to mo... less
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