Phl migrants could face Australia ban
Australia’s Liberal Party has put forward a proposal that could restrict immigration from areas in 13 countries considered to be under terrorist control, including parts of the Philippines — a…
Update on NT General Skilled Migration (GSM) nomination applications for 2025-26
The NT Government has now received sufficient applications to fill the nomination allocation for the 2025-26 program year. The NT nomination portal is now closed to new applications. Applications lodged…
Changes to Australia’s Migration Policy in 2026
For 2025–26, Australia's permanent migration program remains at 185,000 places, unchanged from the previous year, with continued emphasis on skilled migration. A total of 132,200 places (around 71 per…
NSW Announces New Changes for 491 Visa Pathway 1 & 2 Applicants!
BREAKING NEWS for NSW (PATHWAY 1 and PATHWAY 2) 491 Applicants! New South Wales has officially confirmed major updates regarding 491 visa pathways: Pathway 1– Reopening on 19 January 2026 (Official confirmation…
WESTERN AUSTRALIA MIGRATION UPDATE 2025–26
Big news for those planning to apply for state nomination in Western Australia (WA) this year! The WA Government has confirmed that the State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) allocation for…
Australia Student Visa Update: New Rules for Country and Provider Evidence Levels (Subclass 500)
The Department of Home Affairs has updated the Country and Provider Evidence Levels for the Subclass 500 Student Visa — bringing some major updates for international students! Here’s a quick…
BIG NEWS in Australian Migration
Student & Temporary Visa Appeals to Become Paper-Based Under New 2025 Bill On 3 September 2025, the Australian Government introduced the Administrative Review Tribunal and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025,…
Skilled Migration Interim Allocations Update for 2025-26
The Commonwealth Government has announced a small interim allocation for South Australia’s Skilled and Business Migration (SBM) program for the 2025-26 program year. What Does This Mean? Due to the…
Qantas Hit with Record A$90 Million Fine for Unlawful Staff Layoffs
In one of the biggest workplace relations penalties in Australian history, Qantas has been fined A$90 million for unlawfully sacking 1,820 ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ruling highlights…
NSW State Nomination Update – National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858)
New South Wales (NSW) is opening its doors to top global talent, inviting highly skilled professionals to apply for state nomination under the National Innovation Visa (Subclass 858). This exclusive…
