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South Australia's Major Projects: Why the State Needs Skilled Migrants
South Australia is in the middle of the biggest, longest economic build-up in its history. Submarines, a growing space sector, a $15.4 billion tunnel, a new children’s hospital, a copper boom, a …
What are the benefits of Global Talent and NIV 858 visas to South Australia? JD Sheard - launching Eastend Ventures and supporting innovative businesses
In 2021, JD Sheard moved from Canada to Adelaide on Australia’s Global Talent visa, after two decades of scaling businesses across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. This …
Australia’s Working Holiday Visa Ballots: Will Backpackers Still Do Regional Work?
Australia’s Working Holiday Maker (WHM) program is changing. Backpackers who want to stay for a second or third year will now have to enter a ballot. But here is the part that is being …
Farmers and Hospitality Will Be Furious: Australia's Backpacker Ballot Will Leave Regional Industries Without Workers
On 17 September 2026, Immigration Minister Tony Burke announced major changes to Australia’s Working Holiday Maker (WHM) program. The centrepiece is a ballot system for backpackers wanting a …
Partner Visa and Family Priority Order 2026: Which Visa Applications Get Processed First?
If you are waiting on a partner visa or family visa, you may have noticed processing times changed in 2026. Some applications are now moving faster than others, even if they were lodged later. This is …
Understanding PIC 4020: Avoiding an Australian Visa Refusal
Every Australian visa application depends on giving accurate information. Public Interest Criterion (PIC) 4020 is the rule the Department of Home Affairs uses to stop fraud, bogus documents and …
Skilled Visa Processing Times: New Priority Order
Skilled visa processing times in Australia have changed. From 25 July 2026, new skilled visa processing priorities decide which nomination and visa applications the Department of Home Affairs looks at …
189 Visa Invitation Round Results – 4 June 2026
189 Visa Invitation Round Results – 4 June 2026 The Australian Government has released the results of the latest Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) invitation round held on 4 June 2026. A total …
Most Common Health Occupations That Can Secure PR in Australia
Most Common Health Occupations That Can Secure PR in Australia Australia continues to experience significant healthcare workforce shortages—from hospitals to aged-care facilities. To address this, the …
Australian Visa Fees 2026-2027: Full Price Table
Australian Visa Fees 2026-2027: Full Price Table Visa application charges increased across almost every Australian visa subclass on 1 July 2026. Most visa fees rose by approximately 25%. A small …