Migration News
The latest news on visas and immigration in Australia
The new visas to attract more skilled workers to Regional Australia
The Federal Government has lived up to its promise of encouraging migrants to live and work in Regional Australia by announcing the introduction of two new regional visas in November 2019 that will include a pathway to permanent residence.
The top 5 changes to Australia’s migration program from 1 July 2018
On 1 July 2018, the Federal Government introduced some changes to Australian visas that will impact some existing visa holders and prospective migrants to Australia. In this article, we will outline five of those changes and how they will impact you.
Q&A: "I am currently holding a 457 visa. Can I still apply for permanent residency now that the Australian Government has replaced the 457 visa?"
Recent changes to employer sponsored visas have left many wondering how this will affect them and their prospects for obtaining permanent residence in Australia, especially those who are currently holding a 457 visa.
Research shows migrants own 33% of all small businesses in Australia
Research conducted by EY Sweeney in 2017 on behalf of insurance giant CGU, found that migrants contributed immensely to the Australian economy and labour force, in particular small business.