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State nomination places 2025 – 2026 and skilled migration settings

2025-12-17

Australia has allocated 20,350 state nomination places for 2025–26, with states and territories confirming program settings for subclass 190 and 491 visas.

Update on Employer Nomination Scheme processing times

2025-12-14

Subclass 186 backlog acknowledged by the Department of Home Affairs; assessing applications lodged March 2024–April 2025 by occupation, sponsor status, and region.

National Innovation Visa update: what do the new priorities mean for you?

2025-12-10

The Department of Home Affairs has outlined current priorities, invitation categories, and processing insights for the National Innovation Visa (subclass 858) program.

Workplace Justice Visa

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July 4, 2024

The Workplace Justice Visa enables temporary migrants to stay and work in Australia while addressing workplace exploitation. Learn the key aspects and benefits.

Protection for Migrant Workers: New Anti-Exploitation Laws

Protection for Migrant Workers: New Laws to Combat Exploitation

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July 4, 2024

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

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July 2, 2024

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 WA economy.

Immigration changes effective from 1 July 2024

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July 1, 2024

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.

Migration Amendment Updates Strengthening Employer Compliance

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June 27, 2024

The Migration Amendment (Infringement Notices) Regulations 2024 enhance compliance by increasing penalties and updating provisions. Effective from 1 July 2024.

Australia Expands Support for Partner Visa Applicants in Family Violence Cases

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June 25, 2024

Australian partner visa applicants experiencing family violence now have easier access to permanent residency. Changes include applying for partner visas without marriage and not needing to be in Australia for decisions. This reform aims to offer greater support for migrants facing abuse.

Changes to Visa Conditions for 482, 457, and 494 Visas

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June 21, 2024

From 1 July 2024, visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 will be updated to enhance worker protection and increase productivity as part of the Australian Government's Migration Strategy.

Key Updates on Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs for 2023-24

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June 14, 2024

Updates on the closure of 2023-24 Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs in Tasmania and South Australia, including next steps for applicants.

Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy for skilled migrants in Western Australia

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June 14, 2024

Skilled migrants in Western Australia have access to the Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy, which can help them offset costs for skills assessments and training.

New Exemptions for UK Citizens on Working Holiday Visas

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June 14, 2024

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: deadline for LMT under current TSMIT

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June 3, 2024

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.

Important Update – Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Rises to $73,150

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May 29, 2024

The TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150 from 1 July 2024, impacting new nomination applications and compliance requirements for employers.

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Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

Federal Budget 2026–27: What the migration changes mean

2026-05-14

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.

New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility

2026-05-13

Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

Federal Budget 2026–27: What the migration changes mean

2026-05-14

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.

New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility

2026-05-13

Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.

German exit permit: impact on Australia visa plans

2026-04-16

Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.

OSCA consultation: employer feedback on occupations

2026-04-10

The Australian Bureau of Statistics invites employer feedback through the OSCA 2027 consultation to help shape occupation definitions for migration and workforce planning.

Reminder: English test rules for Australia visas

2026-04-10

The Department accepts IELTS One Skill Retake and MET Single Section Retake for most visas, but subclass 482 requires a single sitting. TOEFL applicants must book TOEFL iBT Australia.

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Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

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Updated 485 visa conditions for higher education graduates in Hobart

2025-10-09

Higher-education graduates who studied and lived in Hobart or nearby postcodes can now apply for a two-year Second Post-Higher Education Work (Subclass 485) visa, up from one year.

Subclass 482 visas – major English test changes now in effect

2025-09-18

From 13 September 2025, major English language test changes for Subclass 482 visas expand test options, allow single-skill retakes, and introduce clearer exemptions.

Labour Market Testing exemptions expand under CEPA and UAE trade deal

2025-09-09

The Australian Government’s new trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates, the CEPA, has been formally integrated into migration law, expanding Labour Market Testing exemptions and creating new opportunities for

Workplace Justice Visa

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July 4, 2024

The Workplace Justice Visa enables temporary migrants to stay and work in Australia while addressing workplace exploitation. Learn the key aspects and benefits.

Protection for Migrant Workers: New Laws to Combat Exploitation

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July 4, 2024

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

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July 2, 2024

Immigration changes effective from 1 July 2024

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July 1, 2024

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.

Migration Amendment Updates Strengthening Employer Compliance

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June 27, 2024

The Migration Amendment (Infringement Notices) Regulations 2024 enhance compliance by increasing penalties and updating provisions. Effective from 1 July 2024.

Australia Expands Support for Partner Visa Applicants in Family Violence Cases

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June 25, 2024

Changes to Visa Conditions for 482, 457, and 494 Visas

•

June 21, 2024

From 1 July 2024, visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 will be updated to enhance worker protection and increase productivity as part of the Australian Government's Migration Strategy.

Key Updates on Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs for 2023-24

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June 14, 2024

Updates on the closure of 2023-24 Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs in Tasmania and South Australia, including next steps for applicants.

Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy for skilled migrants in Western Australia

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June 14, 2024

Skilled migrants in Western Australia have access to the Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy, which can help them offset costs for skills assessments and training.

New Exemptions for UK Citizens on Working Holiday Visas

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June 14, 2024

New exemptions allow UK citizens on second and third Working Holiday visas to skip specified work requirements, effective 1 July 2024.

Reminder: deadline for LMT under current TSMIT

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June 3, 2024

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.

Important Update – Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Rises to $73,150

•

May 29, 2024

The TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150 from 1 July 2024, impacting new nomination applications and compliance requirements for employers.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

Federal Budget 2026–27: What the migration changes mean

2026-05-14

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.

New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility

2026-05-13

Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.

Workplace Justice Visa

•

July 4, 2024

The Workplace Justice Visa enables temporary migrants to stay and work in Australia while addressing workplace exploitation. Learn the key aspects and benefits.

Protection for Migrant Workers: New Laws to Combat Exploitation

•

July 4, 2024

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

•

July 2, 2024

Immigration changes effective from 1 July 2024

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July 1, 2024

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.

Migration Amendment Updates Strengthening Employer Compliance

•

June 27, 2024

The Migration Amendment (Infringement Notices) Regulations 2024 enhance compliance by increasing penalties and updating provisions. Effective from 1 July 2024.

Australia Expands Support for Partner Visa Applicants in Family Violence Cases

•

June 25, 2024

Changes to Visa Conditions for 482, 457, and 494 Visas

•

June 21, 2024

From 1 July 2024, visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 will be updated to enhance worker protection and increase productivity as part of the Australian Government's Migration Strategy.

Key Updates on Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs for 2023-24

•

June 14, 2024

Updates on the closure of 2023-24 Skilled Migration State Nomination Programs in Tasmania and South Australia, including next steps for applicants.

Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy for skilled migrants in Western Australia

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June 14, 2024

Skilled migrants in Western Australia have access to the Skilled Migrant Job Connect Subsidy, which can help them offset costs for skills assessments and training.

New Exemptions for UK Citizens on Working Holiday Visas

•

June 14, 2024

New exemptions allow UK citizens on second and third Working Holiday visas to skip specified work requirements, effective 1 July 2024.

Reminder: deadline for LMT under current TSMIT

•

June 3, 2024

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.

Important Update – Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Rises to $73,150

•

May 29, 2024

The TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150 from 1 July 2024, impacting new nomination applications and compliance requirements for employers.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

Federal Budget 2026–27: What the migration changes mean

2026-05-14

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

Federal Budget 2026–27: What the migration changes mean

2026-05-14

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.

New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility

2026-05-13

Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

Federal Budget 2026–27: What the migration changes mean

2026-05-14

Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget includes major migration and workforce measures affecting employers, skilled migrants, sponsorship planning, skills assessments and migration compliance.

New public register to reshape employer sponsorship visibility

2026-05-13

Australia introduces a public register of approved work sponsors, increasing transparency and changing how businesses and applicants engage with employer sponsorship.

German exit permit: impact on Australia visa plans

2026-04-16

Germany now requires men aged 17–45 to seek approval before extended overseas travel. While Australian visa eligibility is unchanged, this may impact travel timing for key visa applicants.

OSCA consultation: employer feedback on occupations

2026-04-10

The Australian Bureau of Statistics invites employer feedback through the OSCA 2027 consultation to help shape occupation definitions for migration and workforce planning.

Reminder: English test rules for Australia visas

2026-04-10

The Department accepts IELTS One Skill Retake and MET Single Section Retake for most visas, but subclass 482 requires a single sitting. TOEFL applicants must book TOEFL iBT Australia.

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

Featured migration story headline to go here

Early childhood teacher requirements: key changes explained

2026-06-01

Early childhood education settings in 2026 now require alignment with updated qualification recognition and new National Quality Framework obligations, affecting recruitment and workforce compliance.

The current query has no posts. Please make sure you have published items matching your query.

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