As you may be aware, the Minister of Immigration recently announced help for residents offshore to keep their residency status while COVID-19 travel restrictions remain in place. It has been recognised that New Zealand’s current border restrictions have significantly impacted offshore visa holders, especially those unable to travel here to start their new resident visa […]

Acting Minister Alan Tudge and Minister Simon Birmingham announced various measures to support Australian tourism and agricultural sectors, including VAC refunds and VAC free applications for various visa subclasses. 𝑉𝐴𝐶 𝑾𝑨𝑰𝑽𝑬𝑹𝑺 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑎𝑣𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑎 𝑠𝑢𝑏𝑐𝑙𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑠: Visitors visa holders – overseas and with visas that expired or will expire between March 2020 […]

For more information, please visit: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/research-and-stats/files/report-migration-program-2019-20.pdf

Some testing centres have tests that you can take at home, such as TOEFL iBT ​​–​ Special Home Edition, OET@Home and IELTS Indicator. We do not currently accept these tests. For more information, please click on the link below: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language

If you’ve been unable to return to Australia due to COVID-19 restrictions and are experiencing financial distress, you may be eligible to access financial support from the Australian Government. The support comes in the form of both loans and grants. It aims to help cover living costs and/or a flight back to Australia. Eligibility You can apply if […]

Exempt categories You are automatically exempt from the travel restrictions and can enter Australia (without obtaining an individual exemption) if you are: an Australian citizen a permanent resident of Australia an immediate family member of an Australian citizen or permanent resident* a New Zealand citizen usually resident in Australia and their immediate family members a diplomat accredited to […]

The Morrison Government is making a number of changes to student visa arrangements to ensure Australia remains a priority destination for international students as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. International students are extremely important to Australia and our economy, contributing $40 billion annually and supporting 250,000 jobs. Many also go on to become great […]

Statement from Premier Daniel Andrews: Source: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/face-coverings-mandatory-for-melbourne-and-mitchell-shire/

Topics for discussion in this video covered update on: (1) The Australian economy and business environment post Covid; (2) Regulatory requirements for foreign investors; and (3) Emerging investment opportunities in South Australia Guest speakers: 1. Phillip Grifoni (Manager, Business Migration – Department of Innovation & Skills, Immigration South Australia) 2. Simon Campbell (Head of Corporate […]

The Federal Government will give eligible Australians $25,000 to build or substantially renovate their homes, in an effort to boost demand in the construction sector and keep builders employed. Key points: The scheme will give $25,000 grants to eligible homeowners, but recipients will need to spend at least $150,000 of their own money The Government […]

International students will receive a relief payment of up to $1,100 as part of a Victorian Government emergency support package that will help tens of thousands of people across our state. Please read the following media release from Victoria State Government for more information. Source: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/emergency-support-for-victorias-international-students/

Basic protective measures against the new coronavirus Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Take care of your health and […]