New temporary activity visa framework
From 19 November 2016 there is a new temporary activity visa framework designed to reduce red tape for certain temporary activity visas. ...
Ceasing employment for 457 visa holders
It is anticipated that from 19 November 2016 all subclass 457 visas granted will have a reduced period in which to find a new employer if...
Working holiday makers save
There has been a reduction in the number of working holiday makers coming to Australia since 2012. Therefore in an effort to boost...
Extra GSM points
From 10 September 2016 the government has introduced regulations providing for the award of additional 5 points for persons with...
New Entrepreneur visa
From 10 September 2016 the government has introduced a new stream under the subclass 188 and subclass 888 visas called the Entrepreneur...
Partner visa processing
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection is toughening its processing of partner visa applications with increased scrutiny of...
Trusted Trader registration
Since 1 July 2016 the Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) program is open to Australian businesses that are active in the international...
VETASSESS and trade occupations
Since 1 July 2016 VETASSESS no longer requires certification of documentation for skills assessments for trade occupations or the...
Stiff penalty for breach of sponsorship obligations
On 8 June 2016 a Darwin computer company was ordered to pay a penalty of $430,000 to the Commonwealth Government for breaches of its...
Work and holiday visas for Israelis
From 1 June 2016 young people aged between 18 and 30 years old from Israel are able to apply for an Australian work and holiday visa for...