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When it comes to immigration, we are thought leaders and we love to share our expertise and knowledge. Check out our articles, opinion pieces, and recorded webinars. Keep informed with immigration changes as they happen.

Protection for Migrant Workers: New Anti-Exploitation Laws
New laws effective from 1 July 2024 protect migrant workers from exploitation by employers. These laws ensure fair treatment and compliance.
New migration deal to address Western Australia skill shortages
The Western Australian Government has signed a deal for 10,000 skilled migration places for 2024-25. The deal will create more opportunities for business sponsors, addressing labour shortages and boosting the
Immigration Immigration changes effective from 1 July 2024: key updates and implications
Explore the significant immigration changes effective from 1 July 2024, including visa condition updates, new exemptions for UK citizens, and impacts on various visa programs.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Director, recently sat down with Georgia Hawley, Legal Recruitment Consultant at Robert Walters, to discuss the challenge NZ companies are facing in attracting talent.

In consultation with businesses and unions, the Government has announced a new Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement with the aim to promote increased recruitment and retention in the aged care

The Government has announced that increased protections will be introduced to target employers who attempt to exploit temporary visa holders and to ensure workers can speak up without fear of reprisal.

Time is running out to commence the required four weeks advertising for Labour Market Testing, if attempting to meet the 30 June 2023 deadline for applications at the current $53,900 TSMIT.

We provide an update on the coded inclusion of the Aged Care sector in an Industry Labour Agreement template and the impact and benefits that follow.

Following the announcement that the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase to $70,000 (plus Superannuation) from 1 July 2023, Jamie Lingham, our CEO and Global Immigration Leader, provides a further update.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, provides us with details regarding the Superannuation Guarantee employer contribution increase and potential repercussions for Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa holders.

Recent Government announcements including the Federal Budget, has a number of impacts on Australia’s migration program. Our CEO and Global Immigration Leader, Jamie Lingham, provides an outline and commentary.

In consultation with businesses and unions, the Government has announced a new Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement with the aim to promote increased recruitment and retention in the aged care workforce.

Our immigration experts Jamie Lingham, Majlinda Lulo, Alex Kaufman, and Jannaha Schillaci, gave viewers an overview of the recent Review of Australia’s Immigration System & immediate changes announced by the Government.

The Government has announced they will increase the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) from $53,900 to $70,000 from July 1, 2023.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, provides us with takeouts from the recently released Government report – ‘A Migration System for a More Prosperous and Secure Australia’.

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Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
Australian Immi App
The Department has introduced the Australian Immi App, a mobile app allowing visa applicants to provide facial biometrics, enhancing efficiency and security in the visa process.
Travel Declaration
The Australian government has introduced the Australia Travel Declaration (ATD), a digital alternative to the incoming passenger card.
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Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
Australian Immi App
The Department has introduced the Australian Immi App, a mobile app allowing visa applicants to provide facial biometrics, enhancing efficiency and security in the visa process.
Travel Declaration
The Australian government has introduced the Australia Travel Declaration (ATD), a digital alternative to the incoming passenger card.
Travel Declaration
Jobs and Skills Australia has released the 2024 Occupation Shortage List (OSL), providing insight into national and regional shortages across various industries.
MATES Visa
The new MATES Visa opens up opportunities for Indian graduates and early-career professionals to work in Australia’s top industries. Learn eligibility criteria, benefits, and application details.
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The 482 visa will be replaced by the Skills in Demand visa. Key changes include reduced work experience and more flexible employment options.
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Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
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New Exemptions for UK Citizens on Working Holiday Visas
New exemptions allow UK citizens on second and third Working Holiday visas to skip specified work requirements, effective 1 July 2024.
Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold
Reminder: the TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150 on 1 July 2024. Lodge nominations by 30 June 2024 to meet the current threshold.
Skilled Migration
The TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150 from 1 July 2024, impacting new nomination applications and compliance requirements for employers.

Arno Nothnagel, our NZ Director, recently sat down with Georgia Hawley, Legal Recruitment Consultant at Robert Walters, to discuss the challenge NZ companies are facing in attracting talent.

In consultation with businesses and unions, the Government has announced a new Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement with the aim to promote increased recruitment and retention in the aged care

The Government has announced that increased protections will be introduced to target employers who attempt to exploit temporary visa holders and to ensure workers can speak up without fear of reprisal.

Time is running out to commence the required four weeks advertising for Labour Market Testing, if attempting to meet the 30 June 2023 deadline for applications at the current $53,900 TSMIT.

We provide an update on the coded inclusion of the Aged Care sector in an Industry Labour Agreement template and the impact and benefits that follow.

Following the announcement that the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase to $70,000 (plus Superannuation) from 1 July 2023, Jamie Lingham, our CEO and Global Immigration Leader, provides a further update.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, provides us with details regarding the Superannuation Guarantee employer contribution increase and potential repercussions for Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa holders.

Recent Government announcements including the Federal Budget, has a number of impacts on Australia’s migration program. Our CEO and Global Immigration Leader, Jamie Lingham, provides an outline and commentary.

In consultation with businesses and unions, the Government has announced a new Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement with the aim to promote increased recruitment and retention in the aged care workforce.

Our immigration experts Jamie Lingham, Majlinda Lulo, Alex Kaufman, and Jannaha Schillaci, gave viewers an overview of the recent Review of Australia’s Immigration System & immediate changes announced by the Government.

The Government has announced they will increase the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) from $53,900 to $70,000 from July 1, 2023.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, provides us with takeouts from the recently released Government report – ‘A Migration System for a More Prosperous and Secure Australia’.

Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
Australian Immi App
The Department has introduced the Australian Immi App, a mobile app allowing visa applicants to provide facial biometrics, enhancing efficiency and security in the visa process.
Travel Declaration
The Australian government has introduced the Australia Travel Declaration (ATD), a digital alternative to the incoming passenger card.

We provide an update on the coded inclusion of the Aged Care sector in an Industry Labour Agreement template and the impact and benefits that follow.

Following the announcement that the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase to $70,000 (plus Superannuation) from 1 July 2023, Jamie Lingham, our CEO and Global Immigration Leader, provides a further update.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, provides us with details regarding the Superannuation Guarantee employer contribution increase and potential repercussions for Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa holders.

Recent Government announcements including the Federal Budget, has a number of impacts on Australia’s migration program. Our CEO and Global Immigration Leader, Jamie Lingham, provides an outline and commentary.

In consultation with businesses and unions, the Government has announced a new Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement with the aim to promote increased recruitment and retention in the aged care workforce.

Our immigration experts Jamie Lingham, Majlinda Lulo, Alex Kaufman, and Jannaha Schillaci, gave viewers an overview of the recent Review of Australia’s Immigration System & immediate changes announced by the Government.

The Government has announced they will increase the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) from $53,900 to $70,000 from July 1, 2023.

Our Immigration Director of Absolute Immigration Legal, Alex Kaufman, provides us with takeouts from the recently released Government report – ‘A Migration System for a More Prosperous and Secure Australia’.

From 1 July 2023, New Zealand citizens who have been living in Australia for four years or more will be eligible to apply directly for Australian citizenship.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) more than half of Australia’s 3 million permanent visa holders, who arrived in the country between January 2000 and August 2021, are now Australian citizens.

SC 485 Extended study rights

To address skills shortages, the Australian Government is extending post-study work rights for international students that have graduated from an Australian higher education provider.

The Australian Government has announced the new Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) that will allow up to 3,000 people from the Pacific region to migrate to Australia as permanent residents each year.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

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Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
Australian Immi App
The Department has introduced the Australian Immi App, a mobile app allowing visa applicants to provide facial biometrics, enhancing efficiency and security in the visa process.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
Australian Immi App
The Department has introduced the Australian Immi App, a mobile app allowing visa applicants to provide facial biometrics, enhancing efficiency and security in the visa process.
Travel Declaration
The Australian government has introduced the Australia Travel Declaration (ATD), a digital alternative to the incoming passenger card.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
Australian Immi App
The Department has introduced the Australian Immi App, a mobile app allowing visa applicants to provide facial biometrics, enhancing efficiency and security in the visa process.
Travel Declaration
The Australian government has introduced the Australia Travel Declaration (ATD), a digital alternative to the incoming passenger card.
Travel Declaration
Jobs and Skills Australia has released the 2024 Occupation Shortage List (OSL), providing insight into national and regional shortages across various industries.
MATES Visa
The new MATES Visa opens up opportunities for Indian graduates and early-career professionals to work in Australia’s top industries. Learn eligibility criteria, benefits, and application details.
21511
The 482 visa will be replaced by the Skills in Demand visa. Key changes include reduced work experience and more flexible employment options.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.
Screenshot 2023 06 30 at 10.03.42 am 1

Featured migration story headline to go here

Ehenducienis am, quis dolorerovid quia que lam, ut opta sita non nonem velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiorequis velesed que sin consedi pidebis volo inulpar chilliquos autatiore, simagnita nonsequia.

Bridging Visa
Planning to travel overseas while awaiting your visa decision? Learn how to obtain a Bridging Visa B to ensure a lawful return to Australia.
The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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