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18 May 2026
Australia’s Migration Program Planning Levels Explained (2026-27)
The Australian Government has confirmed the 2026–27 Migration Program planning levels, maintaining a total of 185,000 permanent visa places. While the headline number remains unchanged, the structure and allocation of...
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13 May 2026
Federal Budget 2026–2027: What It Means for Australian Immigration
The Australian Government has delivered the Federal Budget for 2026–2027, outlining its plans for expenditure and policy settings impacting Australia’s migration program. The Budget includes several immigration-related measures, many of...
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6 March 2026
Middle East Conflict: Considerations for Australian employers
Ongoing disruption in the Middle East is having flow‑on effects well beyond the immediate conflict zone. Flight cancellations, airspace closures and instability at major transit hubs such as Dubai, Doha...
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11 December 2025
Understanding the Occupation Tier System for SC189 Invitations
A newly released Freedom of Information (FOI) document provides insight into how the Department of Home Affairs might be handling Skilled Independent (subclass 189) invitation rounds. Dated May 2025, this internal policy Meeting Minute describes a reform...
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31 October 2025
Understanding specified work for Working Holiday Visa Extensions in Australia
Whether you’re an employer looking to support your staff or a visa holder planning to extend your stay in Australia, understanding the rules around “specified work” is essential. This guide...
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