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In the latest invitation round, 1,000 invitations were issued for the Subclass 189 visa & minimum points decreased to 90. Accountants now need 95 points. 300 Invitations were issued for the Subclass 491 Visa, with a 90 minimum points score. Read more here: https://t.co/6mvo4NgWbu

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In an update from the Australian Government, the travel ban which was introduced on 1 February 2020 in response to the coronavirus outbreak, will continue indefinitely. Additional support is now available to affected international students.
Read more here: https://t.co/DkEyIVKkvh

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A new Horticulture Industry Labour Agreement has commenced as of 1 January 2020, which enables horticultural employers to sponsor eligible applicants for a Subclass 482 Visa. The programme also provides pathways to permanent residency. Read more here: https://t.co/zIy14wjVpR

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2019 saw two new provisional regional sponsored visas & a new long-term temporary parent visa introduced. This year, a new Horticulture Labour Agreement has commenced & changes to Skilled Occupation Lists are expected. Read more here: https://t.co/A7cAoFyI9z

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In the latest invitation round, 250 invitations were issued for the Subclass 189 visa & minimum points increased to 95. Accountants now need 100 points. 200 Invitations were issued for the Subclass 491 Visa, with a 95 minimum points score. Read more here: https://t.co/3umYisVtUu

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Could the classification of Perth & the Gold Coast as "regional" lead to fewer migrants settling in outer regional centres, which are most in need of skilled labour? There are calls for incentives to settle in these outer regional areas. Read more here: https://t.co/ZG7poyC51Y

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An update has been released on proposed changes to Skilled occupation lists, which are under review. The “Traffic Light Bulletin” identifies occupations flagged for possible removal or a change in status & new occupations that may be added. Read more here: https://t.co/HHnqbBBNcm

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In its report on the administration of the immigration and citizenship program, the Department is focusing on increasing quality and consistency of decision-making and to improve the client experience for genuine travellers and migrants. Read more here: https://t.co/MBkMEVFzK5

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The Minister for Immigration has announced the introduction of the Global Talent - Independent Program for highly skilled migrants in selected industries. Up to 5,000 places will be offered under this program this year. Read more here: https://t.co/jhmyn87xvN

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In positive news for younger Thai travellers to Australia, the Government has announced an increase in the number of annual places available under the Work and Holiday Visa (WHV) program from 500 to 2,000, representing a 300% increase. Read more here:
https://t.co/9gOIZ2PLve

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In the latest invitation round for the Subclass 189 visa, 250 invitations were issued & minimum points increased for some occupations. Accountants still need 90 points & Auditors 85. Engineers now need 85-95 points & IT professionals 85. Read more here: https://t.co/K6JpxRWdCU

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The Government has announced the Global Talent Employer Sponsored visa will continue permanently after a successful pilot. It provides a pathway to PR for workers with specialist skills in niche and emerging industries after 3 years. Read more here: https://t.co/MUtFZUy9Yd

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The Department has updated its policy on work experience for ENS Visas. Part-time work is pro-rated; full-time work has increased from 35 to 38, & casual, unpaid & volunteer work do not count. To discuss how this affects you, book a consultation with us. https://t.co/6GbGCIeRXa

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Applications for the new Subclass 491 Work Regional (Provisional) visa & Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa are now open. They have a 5-year term and provide a pathway to PR after 3 years, from 16 Nov 2022. Read more here: https://t.co/h0h27c5Gny

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In considering whether to cancel a visa, the onus on the visa holder to show a genuine effort to complete the required 2-year employment period with their nominating employer has been removed from policy. Read more here: https://t.co/L3k2MOh75L

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A Parliamentary Senate enquiry examining the potential impacts of the new regional visas to be introduced from Nov 16 has raised concerns, including whether they could hinder regional migration, which is the overall aim of the changes. Read more here: https://t.co/7THL6TYkmf

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Holders of the new provisional sponsored regional visas, which are being being introduced from next month, will be eligible for Medicare, Australia’s public health system. This means access to health services at low or no cost. Read more here: https://t.co/r6ImYPBEHM

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Why are subclass 189 visa applications taking 18-33 months to process? Why so few invitations & high points required? The Government's focus on regional migration could be one reason; the 46% cut in places available this year another.
Read more here: https://t.co/4jjzSoa5qF

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In the latest Skill Select results for the Subclass 189 visa, 1,500 invitations were issued & minimum points decreased for certain occupations. Accountants need 90 points, Engineers & IT professionals need 80 points. Auditors still need 85. Read more here: https://t.co/Pq16cFTS5Q

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The Government has announced that Perth and the Gold Coast will be added to the list of cities in which migrants can settle under the new regional sponsored visas, which are commencing on 16/11/19. There will also be 2,000 extra places. Read more here: https://t.co/JU3DfK2kXV