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The WA DAMA, combined with WA’s existing State Nominated Migration Program, will enable up to 10,000 overseas workers to settle in WA annually and help address critical workforce shortages in the state. From 1 July 2024, a new state-wide Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) for Western Australia will come into effect. The WA DAMA, combined with WA’s existing State Nominated Migration Program, will enable up to 10,000 overseas workers to settle in WA annually and help address critical workforce shortages in the state. WA Employers will continue to be able to access the occupations and concessions of DAMAs that are in operation for relevant regions of WA. Additionally, employers will now be able to access a broader list of occupations and concessions under the new WA DAMA. For further information, see: Designated Area Migration Agreement.

From 1 July 2024, visa conditions 8107, 8607 and 8608 are changing in response to the Australian Government's Migration Strategy. These changes address the commitment to help tackle worker exploitation and drive productivity. We have made improvements to support the labour market mobility of temporary migrants who have the following visas: Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457) Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional) visa (subclass 494). Holders of these visas who stop working with their sponsoring employer will have more time to find a new sponsor, apply for a different visa or arrange to depart Australia. These visa holders will have up to: 180 days at a time, or a maximum of 365 days in total across the entire visa grant period.

482 TSS Visa - Minimum Salary to Increase to $73,150 (starting 1 July 2024)

Melbourne is one of the most popular cities to live in the world. In fact, the Victorian capital was ranked second on ‘the most livable cities in the world' list by the Economist Intelligence Unit in 2018, behind only Vienna and previously it's held the title for no.1 most liveable city for the p...

The Federal Government of Australia announced some changes to its Migration Australia programme recently. The new arrangements for skilled work visa applications include changes in the following areas: Point-Based Skilled Migration, Employer Sponsored Visas, Global Talent Visa scheme and increase...

Do you already have a subclass 405 Investor Retirement or subclass 410 Retirement Visa for Australia? Instead of applying for a new visa every four to five years, what if you can gain permanent residency in Australia? This is no longer a dream, thanks to the latest changes in Migration Australia ...

Backpackers (working holiday visas holders) to Australia will soon be able to work in the country for a longer duration without having to leave their jobs every six months as the goverment announce third year Australian Working Holiday Visa news.  Third Year Working Holiday Visa: Working Holiday ...

Are you looking for the top immigration lawyers in St Kilda? Look no further, Visatec Legal have been assisting migrants from all over the world with all their immigration needs. There's no shortage of migration agents in St Kilda and surrounding areas but how do you choose the right immigration ...

One of the fastest growing city in the world, make Melbourne your new home. Not only has Melbourne been voted one of the most liveable cities in the world, it's a diverse melting pot of culture and a city that welcomes migrants from all over the world. As Melbourne immigration lawyers, we know al...

If you are the type of person who loves city life but also enjoys the perks of lying on the beach as and when you feel like it. Then, you are going to love St Kilda. It may be stereotyped as being filled with backpackers or a tourist magnet, which is not completely false however it goes without s...

Melbourne has been voted as the most livable city in the world. It is definitely one of the most vibrant cities in Australia and the unmatched quality of life here is hard to compete with. From lush green spaces, creative art scene, architectural splendor, beautiful beaches it is hard not to fall...

The happy hours are the most wonderful time of the day for patrons. In a city such as Melbourne where there's plenty of bars, restaurants, cafes, and pubs, you can easily expect some good deals during the happy hours. Asian Beer Café Get the best deals for a mug of beer at the Melbourne's Asi...

The St Kilda area in Melbourne is a place loved by locals and tourists alike. A short tram ride away from the Melbourne CBD, it is a great place to enjoy the sea breeze and take a dip in the ocean! Many people love the markets in St Kilda and here are some of the top picks to wander through if yo...

Melbourne is Australia's second largest city and a major business hub in the country. It's a cosy city with widespread shopping, museums, galleries, amazing architecture, wildlife, theaters, a fantastic cafe scene as well as friendly locals. Melbourne is a much sort after destination for holiday...

Hospitals, Religious Places, Schools and Day Care Centres available for you in Middle Park! Migrate to South Melbourne! 01. HOSPITALS IN MIDDLE PARK ENG Medical Centre Medical Center in Middle Park Open 24 hours 24 Armstrong St, Middle Park VIC 3206, Australia 4XX7+VJ Middle Park...

Migrate to South Melbourne! Hospitals, Universities, Schools, Day Care Centers and Religious Sites available for you in Windsor! 01.HOSPITALS IN WINDSOR Chapel Gate Medical Centre Medical center in Windsor Address: 6/10 Chapel St, Windsor VIC 3181, Australia Hours: (Varies. Refer w...

Migrate to South Melbourne! Hospitals, Universities, Schools, Day Care Centers and Religious Sites available for you in St Kilda! 01.Hospitals in St Kilda St Kilda Day Hospital Skin Care Clinic in St Kilda 26A Dickens St, Elwood VIC 3184, Australia 4XGJ+PP Elwood, Victoria, Austral...

Migrate to South Melbourne for the Best Hospitals, Colleges and Schools in South Yarra! 01. HOSPITALS IN SOUTH YARRA The Alfred Hospital in South Yarra 55 Commercial Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia 5X3J+PQ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia T : +61 3 9076 2000 W : alfredhealth.org....

St Kilda is the artistic epicenter of Melbourne. Art and theatre lovers will be impressed with the art and culture scene of this cosmopolitan coastal suburb. While there are plenty of galleries and theatres in St Kilda, here are some of the top picks that theatregoers and art lovers are going to ...

In Melbourne, you are never too far from a pint of Guinness, some Irish snacks and a game of Gaelic football. The city's got its fair share of Irish pubs so if you are feeling a bit merry then here's a list of places you can go to. P.J. O'Brien's One of the most popular Irish pubs in the city...

Up by 22% – International Students Generate $24.7 Billion for Australia   Australia's international students have generated hefty $24.7 billion revenue in 2017; this is a 22% hike compared with 2016. According to overseas trade data, this was the strongest annual growth since 2008. The figures we...

I am pleased to inform all non-citizens of Australia wishing to become Australian citizens that the Minister of Immigration & Border Protection, the Hon. Peter Dutton's crackdown on citizenship Law was defeated by the Senate yesterday. For a full update please click on the link http://www.theage....