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Australia Seeking for More Accountants
February 2, 2012 – Good news for accountants! Apply now for work visa to Australia and comply immediately your Australian visa requirements to be able to work in Australia.
Eight Australian Hotels Named Among World’s Best
February 1, 2012 – Apply now for an Australia tourist visa and stay in one of the world’s best hotels!
Discover Queensland Australia as it Opens its door to Immigrants
January 31, 2012 – Interested in a work visa in Australia or a tourist visa in Australia? Apply now for either of the visas to Australia, and take advantage and explore Queensland as it opens its door to immigrants.
A new stalemate on asylum seeker policy
January 30, 2012 – A new stalemate on asylum Australia migration seeker policy!
Western Australia – More Opportunities is Waiting for Everyone
January 26, 2012 – Interested in a working visa for Australia? Great news!
Tony Abbott will Turn Back Every Boat
January 25, 2012 – Australia will no longer be accepting passively the arrival of asylum-seeker boats for migration to Australia from Indonesia if Tony Abbott has his way.
Australia’s Tourism Industry: Is It Up To Scratch?
January 24, 2012 – Australia’s Tourism industry has been a major key industry for the Australian economy. In the financial year 2010/11 alone, Australia’s tourism industry was valued at approximately AU$35 billion to the national economy, representing 2.5% of Australia’s GDP.
Australia – On Its Highest Quality of Living
January 24, 2012 – Interested in applying for a work visa in Australia? Apply now as Australia is a great place to live and work.
Maldives Planning for Mass Australian Migration
January 19, 2012 – The Maldives is now planning for mass migration to Australia as a solution to rising sea levels.
Australian Visa: The Australian Businesses Solution To the Current Skills Shortage
January 18, 2012 – As Australia struggles to cope with the current chronic skills shortages driven by the booming resource and mining industries, many Australian trade-based companies who are finding themselves in deep holes, struggling to maintain a skilled labor force are now seen taking advantage of the 457 Australian skilled visa program.
Australia Maintains Again the Record of High Immigration Levels
January 17, 2012 – Good news for those interested in applying for work visas for Australia!
Australian Five-Star Hotels’ Customer Satisfaction On the Rise
January 16, 2012 – More and more guests are more satisfied with Australia’s luxury hotels With 5.9 million visitor arrivals on Australia travel visa during the year that ended in November 2011, an increase of 0.4 per cent relative to the previous year was recorded.
Updates on Illegal Immigration In Australia
January 12, 2012 – For many years, Australia has been struggling with problems on illegal immigrants.
Indonesia Promise New Visa Rules Will Not Increase People Smuggling
January 12, 2012 – As Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd met his Indonesian counterpart, Marty Natalegawa, in Jakarta recently, Mr. Rudd was assured that Indonesia’s relaxation of visa rules for citizens from countries that are a source of boat people coming to Australia will not provide these people smugglers carte blanche to smuggle more people to Australia.
Traveling Coast-To-Coast on Australia’s Longest Train Ride
January 10, 2012 – Do you have a tourist visa for Australia? If you have an Australian tourist visa, then you will be free to travel on Australia’s longest train journey!
Business Skills Migration to Australia
January 10, 2012 – Are you a business owner, investor, or a senior executive employee of a major business? Are you interested to get any of the business visas to Australia?
More Greeks Immigrating to Australia
January 5, 2012 – As Greece currently experiences economic turmoil, more and more Greeks have been observed to be relocating to Australia in search for a better life.
Nurses In High Demand in Australia
January 5, 2012 – Good news for nurses planning to apply for Australian working visa and work in Australia.
Shipwrecked Asylum Seekers Found Alive On an Island
December 28, 2011 – In their attempt for immigration to Australia seeking asylum, at least fifteen asylum seekers have been found alive, two days after the Australia-bound boat crammed full of asylum seekers suddenly capsized in the rough Indonesian seas.
The Future of IT Industry in Australia
December 28, 2011 – According to a new report entitled, “The Means to Compete: Benchmarking IT industry Competitiveness”, released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), along with Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan, the island country continent of Australia provides the most positive competitive conditions for IT firms in the Asia-Pacific region, ranking third.
Australian Immigration System to Undergo Its Latest Upgrade for 2012
December 27, 2011 – Planning to apply visa to Australia in order to work there? Time to act now!
Celebrate New Year in Australia
December 27, 2011 – Planning to get visas to travel to Australia? Apply now for Australia holiday visa and join the Aussies and its many tourists who are also on Australia tourist visa in celebrating New Year Aussie style.
Australia as the Top Holiday Destination
December 21, 2011 – Attention travelers! Apply now for an Australia tourist visa and indulge in the Australia holiday experience similar to those travelers under Australia holiday visa who rated Australia as their top holiday destination.
High-Paying and High Demand Jobs in Australia
December 21, 2011 – Are you interested to apply for a work visa for Australia? Or are you currently applying for work visa of Australia? Are you now complying with your Australian visa requirements? Good news!
Australia Welcomes Students
December 19, 2011 – Are you a Latin American student wishing to apply for an Australia student visa? If you are processing your Australia visa application for students, this is good news!
Australia Needs More Skilled Nurse
December 15, 2011 – As Australia’s aging health workforce begins to retire, the country is facing a worsening shortage of health professionals over the next 15 years.
NSW And Victoria Against Australian Bridging Visa Grants For Refugees
December 14, 2011 – Following the recent Australia immigration announcement by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) Minister, Chris Bowen MP, of the move to place in the community and out of detention centers the thousands of irregular maritime arrivals (IMAs) known as “asylum-seekers” who will be granted a bridging Australian visa, a war with the two largest states, with New South Wales and Victorian governments attacking the Immigration Minister for the move, has been triggered.
Australia Top Record High
December 13, 2011 – According to the latest International Visitor Survey, the number of visitors on Australian visas, nights spent, and expenditure are all up the year to September. This proves that Australia’s tourism industry is resilient amidst the international and local economic climate.
Australia – The New Face of Immigration Opportunities
December 13, 2011 – Attention to those who are applying for working visa for Australia or for a working tourist visa Australia!
Extension of Australian Post study Work Visa Arrangements
December 8, 2011 – Starting on 2013, the post-study work visa in Australia arrangements will be extended.
Apply Now for Passports to Avoid Delay
December 7, 2011 – Planning to apply for visas to travel to Australia? Travelers intending to apply for Australia holiday visa or are processing their Australia travel visa and are needing new passports before Christmas are being advised to apply today as a 12-hour strike is expected to happen in a printing facility.
Online Shoppers Beware: Be Alert For This Holiday Seasons Cyber Scams
December 7, 2011 – Beware Australian holiday visas applicants!
Australian Visa Fee Hike Could Hit Jobs
December 5, 2011 – A new Australian visa fee system was just recently announced to take effect from 1 January 2012 by Australian Immigration Minister Chris Bowen.
1200 Jobs in Australia On Offer for Job Seekers
December 2, 2011 – Good news for those planning to apply for work visa to Australia!
Australia visa fee for students is expected to lessen
December 1, 2011 – Attention Australia student visa applicants? Australia visa fee for students is expected to lessen; however, other Australia immigration fees are set to increase.
APEC Card Cuts Though Red Tape of Business Travel
November 29, 2011 – Chris Bowen MP, the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, just announced recently that Australia’s APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) eligibility criteria were updated. The new move was done in order to make certain that more Australian businesspeople will be supported in their trade and investment activities in the Asia-Pacific region.
Skilled Workers Targeted by Australian Employers
November 28, 2011 – Good news for Irish skilled workers who want to work in Australia! Irish skilled workers on Australian work visa are now in demand in Australia.
Polish Workers Eyed to Fill Australian Mining Industry Jobs
November 24, 2011 – In a move to find hundreds of experienced underground coalminers, a Central Queensland company has eyed Poland as a source for these needs.
Australia’s Peace Offering to Indonesia
November 23, 2011 – As part of the agreement to co-sponsor a plan with Indonesia to coordinate regional responses to natural disasters, Australia’s Prime Minister Julia Gillard, has pledged that Australia will donate four C-130 Hercules to Indonesia. The said aircrafts are worth an estimated $30 million.
Australia Eager To Recruit Skilled UK Immigrants
November 22, 2011 – Attention UK skilled workers interested to apply for work visa to Australia!
Tiger Airways Cleared To Add More Flights to Australia over Christmas
November 21, 2011 – Good news for people getting visas to travel to Australia for the Christmas season! Singapore’s budget carrier, Tiger Airways, has now recently been cleared to increase its flights to Australia over the Christmas season.
Australians Abandon Jobs In UK To Return Home
November 17, 2011 – Many Australians have been seen abandoning their UK jobs for better jobs back home!
Skilled Migrants Needed In Australia
November 16, 2011 – Good news for those who are planning to apply for Australia skilled visa. Now is the time to apply for an Australian skilled visa!
Skill Shortage in Australia is Getting More Serious than Ever
November 15, 2011 – The Australian government has now been alarmed of different reports about a nationwide skill shortage. Recently, the recruitment agency Clarius also made its own report of making an assessment of the skill shortage that is happening in the country and in the next 15 years. The study conducted by Clarius claims that the industry such as construction, engineering, and trade that are the most alarming in terms of skill shortage or scarcity due to the fact that these areas are the ones most needed for the country’s infrastructure projects.
Australian Student Visa Now Requires Confirmation of Enrolment
November 14, 2011 – Foreign student applicants for an Australian student visa are now required to submit proof of enrolment!
Garuda tries its best to win back reputation with Australians
November 11, 2011 – In going to Indonesia, Australians have many foreign airlines to choose from, like Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Thai or Jetstar to fly in and out of the country. You might avoid local airlines if you can, since there is currently no domestic airline with flawless safety record in Indonesia to rely on, until the new measures will come into place. Garuda used to be the Indonesia’s national carrier. It is not anymore the safest airline in the country.
Canberra Cuts Visa Red Tape for Skilled Workers
November 10, 2011, Canberra, AU. — An obstacle preventing many skilled migrants from getting jobs in Australia is very close to being removed. Previously, the State Government’s efforts to lure workers to WA from Britain are being hampered by Federal immigration red tape. But last week, Immigration Minister Chris Bowen announced the changes to the 457 visa scheme to expedite the hiring of overseas workers in Australia.
Australian Visa Compliance Hits 99 percent Increase
November 9, 2011 - According to Australia’s the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Annual Report 2010-11, a greater number of visitors to Australia on ETA Australia visas are abiding by visa conditions. Visitors to Australia on working holiday and ETA visas have recorded a higher rate of visa compliance in 2010-11.
Deloitte Study Warns of Skilled Worker Shortage in Australia
November 8, 2011 – Deloitte’s new report urges Australia to make immediate response and appropriate actions upon the country’s skilled worker shortage. The aforesaid study is a major discussion paper which first appears in the publication Building the Lucky Country – Business Imperatives for a Prosperous Australia, which is a long term initiative by Deloitte to drive a debate and action on issues critical to Australia’s future. Deloitte is a leading professional service firm and one of the Big Four accountancy firms in the world.
Tourism Australia Ties Up With Jetstar To Invade Asia
November 4, 2011 – Tourism Australia ends up a promotion deal of $10 million with Jetstar to advertise the magnificence of Australia to the Asia Pacific. The two will combine forces to realize cheaper air travel with the utmost aim of convincing tourists from Japan, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and New Zealand. Agreement also includes achieving Australian tourism’s year 2012 goal of multiplying overnight visitors’ costs at $ 140 billion.
Australian DFAT Issues Travel Advice Due to Thailand Floods
November 4, 2011 – The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) issued a statement on Sunday morning giving a warning for travelers to exercise a high degree of caution when travelling in Thailand. Thailand’s Prime Minister declared the country in crisis as “massive amount of floodwater” enters Bangkok. The flood is due to increasing water level at Chao Phraya river which affects other parts of the city.
Work Visa for IT Workers Increases by 50 percent
November 2, 2011 – As demand for seasoned IT professionals stepping up as large public sector upgrades gather steam and Australia’s IT industry braces itself for a serious skills shortage, with more than a 1000 IT new positions to fill in Canberra alone, the number of overseas IT workers on 457 work visa to Australia spikes up.
More Skilled Workers Needed In the West
November 2, 2011 – More opportunities to work in Australia! Woodside Petroleum chief executive Peter Coleman calls for more skilled workers to come to the west.
India Targeted in Tourism Australia New Campaign
October 27, 2011 – Hoping to cash in on the growing middle-class Asian market, Australia Government Tourism marketing agency, Tourism Australia, is set to unveil a new campaign that is planned to drive more business from India’s wealthy middle class.
Blind Indian woman Finally allowed to Stay in Australia
October 26, 2011 – A legally blind woman has just recently been granted permanent residency in Australia.
Smart Phone Application for Western Australia Visitors
October 25, 2011 – Good news for travel visas to Australia applicants. Another breakthrough mobile technology for Western Australia Tourists is here!
Impact studies Not Done on the Latest Australian Visa Arrangements
October 24, 2011 – No impact studies done on latest Australian migration visa for students’ arrangement!
PTE Scores now Accepted in Australia for Student Visa
October 20, 2011 – PTE Academic Scores will soon be accepted by the Australian Government for application for Australian visa.
Australian Visa Extensions for Egyptian Tourists
October 18, 2011 – The Australian federal government is considering the possibility of giving travel visas Australia extensions for Egyptians affected by the fresh outbreak of violence targeting Coptic Christians in their homeland.
NSW’s New List of State Sponsored Occupations
Australia, October 17, 2011 – Good news for people who want to work in Australia! New South Wales, Australia’s most populous state, government has just announced that is has just updated and released its new version of its State Migration Plan (SMP) that includes a new list of occupations eligible for state sponsorship.
Australia Asian Tourist Visitors Increases
October 13, 2011 – Asian tourists visiting Australia have escalated!
Chefs and Cooks Back Australia’s SOL
October 12, 2011 – The Australia immigration department has relisted the chef and cook occupations! This is good news for chefs and cooks!
Australian Migration Information Session To be Taught in Greece
October 11, 2011 – With the intention to inform Greek students who want to migrate to Australia on what they need to do to study Down Under, two Australian education institutes are currently visiting Greece.
Australian Workers To be Prioritized Over Migrants
October 10, 2011 – Prioritize the Aussie workers first! According to Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Australian workers, not migrants, should be given priority in filling up work in Australia requirements, even if they still need to be trained or relocated.
Greyhound’s Treat for Australian Backpackers
October 7, 2011 – Good news for backpackers! Apply now for Australian visa online and enjoy Australia.
Migrant Opens Migration Business to Help Other Migrants
October 5, 2011 – The Australia migration policy does not discriminate on racial, cultural, or religious basis. This means that anyone from any country is allowed to apply for immigration to Australia, regardless of ethnic origin, gender or color, provided that the criteria are met as set out in Australia’s Migration Act and Regulations.
Australia Updated Student Visa Program 2011 to Attract More Foreign Students
October 4, 2011 – With more than 400,000 students under student visa Australia from around 200 countries who receive an Australian education each year as well as with over 12,000 internationally recognized and world class standards courses offered, Australia is widely recognized as a world leader in the field of international education and English language training.
National Visas’ Launched a New and Improved Student Visa Online Assessment
October 3, 2011 – National Visas, the top leading Australian immigration advices and visa services provider, with thousands of people having used National Visas in their Australian visa application and have been granted with their Australia visa application and received their Australian visa in the last year alone, has recently launched its new and updated Australian student visa Online Assessment.
Australian Visa Incentives to Attract Foreign Students
September 30, 2011 – In an effort to draw more people to apply for travel visas to Australia, especially international students applying for student visa Australia, the Australian Federal Government has recently announced that it will ease up on its international students’ restrictions.
Strategic Review of Australia’s Student Visa Program 2011 Released
Australia September 28, 2011 – Just recently, the Knight’s Strategic Review of the Australian Student Visa Program 2011 was released.
Recruitment for Mining Jobs on the Rise
September 28, 2011 – Good news for potential applicants for work visas for Australia!
Victoria’s State Migration Plan Updated with New Occupations
Australia September 26, 2011 – Australia second most populous state, Victoria, has recently updated its State Migration Plan (SMP).
September 22, 2011 – The Australia Government agency responsible for the international and domestic marketing of Australia as a destination for leisure and business travel, Tourism Australia, has recently launched the second phase of the ‘There’s nothing like Australia’ (TNLA) domestic marketing campaign – the Dream Team promotion last September 16, 2011.
Spend Retirement Years Down Under with Australian Retirement Visa
September 22, 2011 – Since July 1, 2009, retirees and their partner who want to spend some of their retirement years in Australia are able to apply for Australia immigration retirement visa.
September 20, 2011 – Nurses are currently in high demand Down Under.
Australian Visa Centre Opens in Fiji
Australia, Sept 19, 2011 – Good news for people applying for Australian visas and are planning an Australia migration!
A Call for Flexibility on Australian Visa Requirements for Students
September 15, 2011 – The Canberra International Student Roundtable was held last month — where overseas students submitted nine proposals for the improvement of the student visa Australia flexibility and consistency.
Onerous Australian Students Visa Requirements
Australia September 14, 2011 – Overseas students call for Australian student visa flexibility and consistency.
Tourism in Australia still On the Rise
September 13, 2011 – Despite of the strong Australian dollar, natural disasters in Queensland and global economic distresses, tourism in Australia has been remarkably good in the past year.
Skills Australia Needs Events To Be In Berlin and Athens
September 12, 2011 – Australian immigration will host skilled immigration to Australia event in Germany and Greece.
Cambridge CAE Recognised in Australia
September 7, 2011 – Just recently, Chris Bowen MP, Australian Minister for the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC), has announced that the Cambridge English: Advanced also known as Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is now recognized by the Australian Government’s DIAC as part of its Australian visa requirements for its Australian student visas and the UK Border Agency (UKBA) towards its new tier 4 visa requirements.
The Controversial New Australian EMA
September 7, 2011 – As Queensland and Western Australia’s booming resources industry, with its billions of dollars worth of new LNG and mining projects continuing to come online, Australia has now continued to suffer a critical skills crisis.
Qantas’ New Frequent Flyer Point Scheme
September 6, 2011 – Good news for Australian visa holders for people planning migration to Australia!
Ailing 96-year-old Woman Wins Right to Stay in Australia
September 3, 2011- Australia’s strong economy, business growth and Aussie lifestyle have continued to make the country attractive to people who want migration to Australia.
Garden State Promotes Tourism in India
September 2, 2011 – As part of Tourism Australia’s new marketing strategic approach — 2020 Tourism Industry Potential — a Victorian delegation made up of Victoria’s hoteliers and tourism officials went on a three-day visit to India in order to promote to Indian tourists Victoria and Australia as the incentive travel and business events destination as well as attract these Indians to apply for travel visas to Australia.
Special Work Visas for Foreign Students
September 1, 2011 – As the need for more skilled workers worsens driven by the booming resource industry, the Australian States and Territories government has put forward just recently to the Council of Australian Governments meeting its plan to allow international students in Australia under student visa Australia who are graduates with skills to offer in a range of specialties to stay in the country and be allowed to work.
Australia Premiere Destination For International Students
August 31, 2011 – Australia’s international education sector is the country’s third largest source of export income, with over more than hundred thousands of international students granted with Australian student visa entering the country every year.
Tourism Australia in Partnership with TripAdvisory
August 25, 2011 – The world’s largest travel site that aims to help people with tourist visa to Australia in gathering travel information, posting reviews and opinions of travel related content and engaging in interactive travel forums, TripAdvisor, just recently formed a partnership with Tourism Australia, Australia’s award-winning website responsible for the international and domestic marketing of Australia as a destination for leisure and business travel.
3-Year Working Visa for Int’l Graduates Advocated
Australia, August 24, 2011 – Australia’ Sunshine State Premier of Queensland, Premier Anna Bligh, has recently been successful in her move to secure support for international education from Australia’s states and territories.
Australia Work Visa Overseas Application Increases by 50%
August 23, 2011 – With Western Australia’s resources boom boosting jobs for 457 travel visa Australia holders and with more than the doubling over of construction jobs for temporary workers in WA over the past 11 months to 2,160 from 1,060, as well as mining jobs for 457 visa holders also on the rise from 1,390 to 1,890, many overseas skilled workers are applying for either an online Australian visa or offline via courier.
More People Continue to Relocate to Australia
Australia, August 22, 2011 – As Australia’s economy continues to stabilize and grow, driven by its resource and infrastructure boom, more and more people are found migrating and relocating to Australia.
Australian Travel: Alternative to University Years
August 18, 2011 – Recently, Australian travel is being promoted as a good alternative to university years.
Australian Employers Eye UK Skilled Workers
Australia August 17, 2011 – As Australia’s chronic skills shortages kick in, driven by the country’s resource and construction boom, Australian employers are now looking for UK skilled migrant workers to fill the local workforce gap and work in Australia.
A Speedier Visa Processing for Australia Chinese Migrants
August 16, 2011 – China, currently ranked fourth behind New Zealand, Britain and the United States, is now becoming Australia’s fastest growing inbound tourism market.
Despite Global Economic Uncertainty, Jobs Still Available in Australia
August 15, 2011 – Amidst global economic uncertainty, Queensland, Australia’s second largest state has led record levels of the nation’s employment growth.
Tourism Australia Targets Youth
August 12, 2011 – Tourism Australia, a statutory authority of the Government of Australia, with responsibility for tourism marketing within Australia and internationally, as well as research and forecasting of domestic and global tourism trends, has recently launched its latest advocacy campaign, 30 days in Oz.
New Advocacy Campaign Targets Youth
Australia August 11, 2011 – Tourism Australia has recently launched its latest advocacy campaign that targets youth.
Australian Government Crackdown on Employers of Illegal Immigrants
August 10, 2011 – With up to 100,000 immigrants working without proper travel visas to Australia, the Australian federal government is planning to deepen its crackdown on illegal workers.
National Visas Free unlimited questions to Expert migration agents
National Visas, August 9, 2011 – National Visas, an Australian based topnotch leader in Australian immigration advices and Australia visa services provider, has just recently launched its latest Australian immigration and visa promo, the “Pay with a tweet for Free Immigration and Visa Advice for 3 days” promo.
What is New in Australia Businesses?
August 4, 2011 - As Australia’s businesses just recently began its new financial year last July 1, a lot of changes have come into effect at the start of a new financial year.
An Appeal to Tighten Australian Work Rules
Australia August 3, 2011 – As Australia’s skills shortage threatens the growth of the country’s resource industry, driving up salaries and forcing Australian companies to look offshore for labor, many people are now applying work in Australia.
Pay with a Tweet for Free 3 days Immigration and Visa Advice!
August 2, 2011 – Good news for people who are planning to travel to Australia! As all your questions with regards to your application for australian visa as well as all the latest information about travel visas Australia will now have a chance to be answered as National Visas has launched its latest promo, the “Pay with a tweet for Free Immigration and Visa Advice for 3 days”.
Free for 3 Days Australian Immigration and Visa Advice
National Visas August 1, 2011 – Just recently, National Visas has launched its “Pay with a tweet for Free Immigration and Visa Advice for 3 days” promo!
Emirates Airline Special Offer for Australia
July 28, 2011 – The award winning international airline operator, Emirates Airline, has once again launched a pleasing and economical special offer for Indian travelers who want a taste of the Australian Outback.
Australia Skilled Migrant Visas for Overseas Students
Australia July 27, 2011 – After Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) has made a series of changes on its immigration Australia policies, the number of Australian skilled visa applicants has declined for the past few months.
Perth on the Look out For More UK Migrants
July 26, 2011 – As Western Australia is expected to face the prospect of a shortage of about 150,000 skilled workers in the resources and infrastructure sectors by 2017, the Australian federal government has undertaken measures to address the impending shortage.
Perth Employers Will Now Find it Easier to Recruit Needed Skilled Migrants
Perth July 25, 2011 – The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) Minister Chris Bowen has recently announced that Perth, Western Australia will be under a sponsored migration scheme which will make it easier for Perth’s employers to hire overseas workers.
Record Breaking Crowd Celebrated Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival 2011
July 21, 2011 – The county of Dorset has picked up a record breaking crowd of tourists and locals alike as it celebrated its annual festival dubbed as Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival 2011 last Friday, July 15th to Sunday July 17th 2011.
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Opens WA Door to Skilled Foreign Workers
Australia July 20, 2011 – With more than A$225 billion of new resource and infrastructure projects in the pipeline, Western Australia is facing the prospect of a shortage of about 150,000 skilled workers in the resources and infrastructure sectors by 2017.
New Migration Law Refuses Visas to Convicted Detainees
July 19, 2011 – Just recently, the federal government of Australia has passed the proposed immigration law that would refuse convicted detainees from getting any visas for Australia.
Gladstone’s Initiative Help Skilled Migrants Get Jobs
Australia July 18, 2011 – As the ongoing skills shortage felt all across regional Australia strongly impacts Gladstone, Queensland, Gladstone Area Group Apprentices Limited (GAGAL) is teaming up with the Central Queensland Institute of TAFE (CQIT) and Energy Skills Queensland in order to provide the skilled migrants in Gladstone a specialized training for the Australian workplace.
Work Opportunities for British Immigrants in Western Australia
July 14, 2011 – Australia’s booming resources industry, with its multi-billion dollar projects underway of roughly $400 billion in new projects, is still on the drawing board and has opened employment opportunities for mining jobs.
New Australian immigration rules will benefit Indians
Australia July 13, 2011 – As Australia’s economy returns to its pre-global financial crisis levels of growth as well as the country’s booming resources, mining industries have necessitated in hiring an additional 260,000 workers over the next five years to staff new projects and to replace the country’s ageing workforce.
Hainan Tourism First Official Visit to Australia
Australia July 11, 2011 – As the 2011 Hainan Travel Convention is set to be held this July 12 at Sydney’s Marriott Hotel and on July 13 at the Hilton in Melbourne, Australians are preparing to meet the Hainan Tourism delegation.
Online Australian Visa Application for Croatians and Maldives
July 8, 2011 – The Department of Immigration and Citizenship has recently announced the expansion of the electronic tourist visa program to the Maldives and Croatia.
Online Application for Australia Visa Now available to Croatians
Australia, July 6, 2011 – Just recently, the Australia immigration department has announced another expansion of its Electronic Tourist Visa program to citizens of Croatia and the Maldives.
SkillSelect – the New Australia Migration Policy
July 5, 2011 – The Australian Government has made recent major reforms on its Australia migration visa policies.
A Hike in Australian Student Visa Requests Seen in India
Australia July 4, 2011 – In the milieu of stricter Australia visa policies and security concerns of international students in Australia, a hike in international students who want to study in Australia is being seen.
Australia Tourist and Business through Sunshine Coast
July 1, 2011 – Sunshine Coasts’ natural and breathtaking natural resources have attracted the interest of Chinese investors.
Many people from UK are attracted to migrate to Australia
Australia June 29, 2011 – Recent figures in Australia migration reveal that more people have migrated to Australia and New Zealand in the recent years.
The Opening Salvo of Australia New Immigration Rules
June 27, 2011 – The opening salvo of the set of new and updated immigration rules that the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) has proposed will take effect this coming July 1, 2011. These new immigration visas Australian rules will create changes on the visas for Australia eligibility requirements.
Australia is the Top Emigration Choice for Brits
June 27, 2011 Australia – Last May, currency broker Foreign Currency Direct has made a survey of 2,000 bosses of small to medium-sized firms in the UK.
Australia Targets Highly Skilled Workers
Australia June 23, 2011 – As an answer to Australia’s labor market shortage, the Australia immigration set this updated migration rules in order to filter the best skilled workers who can contribute a lot to the country’s economy and help build and stabilize the country.
Australias Mining Boom Heightened Interest for Foreign Workers
June 22, 2011 – As Australia’s mining industry has started to boom again, a labor shortage in its skilled workers is also being observed.
Over 2 million Asians are now residing in Australia
Australia June 21, 2011 – Australia Migration Program which does not discriminate on the basis of race or religion, which means that anyone from any country can apply to migrate to Australia regardless of their ethnic origin, gender or color provided that they meet the criteria set out in law, has practically opened the country to all people who wish to migrate to Australia.
Launching Soon: Taiwan-France Working Holiday Program
June 16, 2011 – According to France’s de facto ambassador in Taiwan, the European country is very close to signing a working-holiday agreement with Taiwan as France and Taiwan are in the final stages of completing the negotiations.
An Appeal for Australian Student Visa Flexibility Called
Australia June 15, 2011 – As a drop was being noticed in the enrolments of international students, a call for student visa flexibility arises.
Australia Attracts More Young Travelers
June 14, 2011 – As the Australian government has tried to undertake steps to attract more people to its breathtaking tourist’s destinations, Australia has again gained more popularity among youth travelers.
The 2011 Update of the Skilled Occupation List
Australia June 13, 2011 – The Australian Government has always been known to be particularly committed to have a successful skilled migration program that will solve the labor shortages the economy is currently facing.
Mobile Commerce Hits Australian Retailers
June 9, 2011 – Mobile commerce has finally revolutionalized Australian Retailers.
New Changes in Australian Immigration Policies Undertaken
Australia June 8, 2011 – Recent changes undertaken by the Australian federal with regards to its Skilled Migration Program has wrought further complications to the Australia immigration laws and policies.
The Outback Has Become More Attractive to Tourists
Australia June 6, 2011 – Aside from being known as the flattest continent, Australia is also known for its oldest and least fertile soils and desert commonly known as the Outback, which makes up by far the largest portion of the continent.
Migration of Trade Workers to Australia up by 70%
Australia June 1, 2011 – Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) has recently announced that its 457 Australia Visa Program is on track as it records its strongest year since the global financial crisis.
Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef Teeming with Wildlife
June 1, 2011 – Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef is said to be swarming with marine wildlife.
Tougher Australian Immigration Policy Inundated with Criticisms
Australia May 30, 2011 – The new and tougher Australian immigration policy announced by Australian immigration minister Chris Bowen of deporting asylum seekers to Papua New Guinea and Malaysia has undergone criticisms from all sides.
Backpackers in Australia Turns a New Leaf
May 27, 2011 – A rewarding transformation was seen among the backpackers in Australia as they display their enterprising habits.
Significance of Immigration Visa to Australia
May 26, 2011 – May Travelers, tourists and job-seekers alike, need a visa to enter a country. Almost all countries of the world require its visitors to get a visa as a prerequisite to entering their domain.
Australian Immigration Issues Shouldn’t Be Ignored
Australia May 26, 2011 – Tony Burke, the Australian Minister for Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities has recently released a report on Sustainable Australia – Sustainable Communities, A Sustainable Population Strategy for Australia at the Housing Industry Association Conference 2011.
Student visa applicants can use their TOEFL score to satisfy visa requirements
Australia, May 23, 2011 – Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) has recently announced that TOEFL test scores will now be art of the student’s visa application requirement.
Australia, Backpacker Jump-Off Point
May 19, 2011 – As many backpackers use the area they’re working in as a base to explore Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, the federal government’s Australian work holiday visa, a type of working visa in Australia, have become a driving force in attracting backpackers, according to an academic.
Australia Still Tops Backpackers’ Bucket List
Australia May 18, 2011 – A major tourism conference has been told that regardless of how strong the Aussie dollar is and competition from other destinations, Australia is still rated at the top of backpackers’ “bucket list”.
May 17, 2011 – With the Gillard government assuring to provide potential job seekers and Australians alike an extra half a million jobs over the next two years, and devising and implementing a plan to make more permanent visas Australian available, the migration of Kiwis to Australia looks set to continue.
Australia announces Its Regional Migration Agreements
Australia May 16, 2011 – An increase in the number of skilled migrants is to be allowed to Australia has been announced by Chris Bowen, the Minister for Australian Immigration and Citizenship.
Australia needs a makeover, but not more Casinos
May 13, 2011 – Australians have been clamoring for a while for a makeover; however, it does not need more casinos in its area.
Make Visas Simpler, Urges Travel Sector
May 12, 2011 – Australia’s peak body for tourism exports says that in order for Australia to have the competitive edge that it needs to be a global tourist destination; it needs to make simpler its current visa conditions.
Kensingtons Sis Sealey Nominated for her Second Pride of Australia Medal
Australia May 11, 2011 – At 78, Sister Pat Sealey recognized that when six Afghani men turned up at her doorstep at the early hours of six am, it was necessary for her to separate her life from her work.
Indian Immigration to Fill Labour Gaps in Australia
Australia, May 9, 2011 – As the business owners clamored for an increase in Australian immigration of skilled workers, business group are now also urging Australia to allow more skilled immigration.
May 05, 2011 – As a huge boost for the local economy, a horde of backpackers will meet on the Coast in the coming weeks as strawberry season is looming.
Countries that need Visa for Entry
Australia May 5, 2011 – Diane Kakoz, Manager of B&K Express in Southfield, Mich., a passport-visa expediting service, commented that a lot of people do not know that visas exist, or that they think U.S. citizens don’t need one.
IT Job Gives Refugee a Fresh Start
May 03, 2011 – Didier Agonvonon, an African refugee, found work in Information Technology, at Citywide in East Melbourne, just within six months of arriving in Australia.
Tougher Laws for Australian Asylum Seekers Planned
Australia, May 2, 2011 – Stricter laws for asylum seekers who are involved in violent protests while in immigration detention is planned to be introduced by Australian Immigration Minister Chris Bowen.
New Laws For Asylum Rioters Proposed
Australia April 29, 2011 – After the recent rioting in Australian detention centers, the Federal Government seems ready to introduce the use of temporary visas and harden the “character test” for prospective asylum seekers.
Forty per cent rise in Australian working holiday visa applications
April 28, 2011 – According to a company that assists people who travel to Australia for work, there are more and more people who are choosing to go to the Land Down Under.
A British Citizen to be Deported after 40 years in Australia
April 27, 2011 Australia – Clifford Tucker, a British citizen who has lived in Australia for more than 40 years, has lost his bid of being deported on character grounds.
US announces plans to Streamline Visa System
April 26, 2011 – Last week, Bureau of Consular Affairs assistant secretary Janice Jacobs, in a brief visit to Australia, had addressed concerns that an “inefficient” visa process was limiting tourism.
Australian Visitor Visa and Other Visa Requirements Simplified
Australia, April 25, 2011 – As Australia has announced last first week of April that it has lowered barrier for entry for foreign students, Australian Immigration Minister, Chris Bowen, together with Minister for Small Business, Nick Sherry, has also announced a discussion paper inquiring for views regarding on the simplification of Australian visitor visa.
Best Travel Money Cards In Australia
April 20, 2011 – Prepaid travel money cards are now increasingly becoming popular to travelers. It has become the next best thing to carrying cash.
Western Australia Resources Industry Urged for an Increase in Skilled Migration Intake
Western Australia, April 19, 2011 – By the end of next year, Australia urgently needs skilled migrants to fill up an additional 40-thousand jobs according to the West Australian resources industry.
Shopping with your mobile rather than your Visa card
April 15, 2011 – Following last week’s trial completion, Australians will be able to use their smartphones to make Visa card payments at shops within a year.
Immigration Issue of Multiculturalism Incite ‘Fear And Anger’ in Australia
Australia, april 14, 2011 – The issue of a high rate of immigration to Australia has split and upset 21st century Australians, though historically speaking Australia was a country built by immigrants. So why does this issue upset them?
Tourism Australia campaign targets young Brits and Irish thru Facebook
April 12, 2011 – Beginning next month, a Tourism Australia campaign targeting young British and Irish holidaymakers will be launched. The Tourism Australia campaign will be using Facebook Connect technology and a fictional backpacker called Barry to start its campaign. This is to encourage more applicants to apply visa to Australia.
International Student Australian Visa Assessment Levels Lowered
MELBOURNE, April 11, 2011 – The Australian visa assessment levels for International students from 38 countries, including India, were lowered by the Australian government. In order to support their claims for the grant of Australian visa, they would now be required instead to provide less documentary evidence.
Australia and Montenegro give Taiwan visa free treatment
April 8, 2011 – Two more countries namely Australia and Montenegro will give Taiwan a visa-free treatment, according to President Ma Ying-jeou.
Asylum Seekers to be taken in Tasmania
Tasmania, April 7, 2011 – Australian Immigration Minister Chris Bowen, defending the opening of a new detection centre in Tasmania, stated that its opening is not a sign of the Government’s asylum seeker policy failing.
New rules will aid move to Australia for skilled workers
April 6, 2011 – Under the new rules that will be imposed from July 1, third-level graduates and professionals who speak a second language will find it easier to get a working Australia visa when they want to immigrate to Australia.
Australia Experiences a Sharp Decline in Indian Student Immigration
Australia, April 5, 2011 – Peter Varghese, Australian Higher Commissioner to India, said that Australia has observed a sharp decline in student immigration from India. He stated that this is due to Australian authorities having a tougher student immigration qualification for Indian students. He also mentioned that the sharp drop in student immigration is not due to poor publicity and the ensuing assaults on Indian college students.
Chinese Biggest Tourist Spenders
April 1, 2011 – Queensland tried to attract people to visit Australia again. As a result, there is an increasing number of international visitors. Most visitors are Chinese visitors who visit their families and friends. They are always ready with their travel visas to Australia. Some would get ETA Australia in order to get themselves to Australia fast and easy.
Western Australia calling for more immigrants
Australia March 31, 2011 – Western Australia is now seeking for new skilled workers from abroad to fill the labor shortages happening in the state. This would be an opportunity for people who want to find work in Australia.
Crusaders’ Australian trio of Rescuers secure Visa Approval
March 29, 2011 – The Crusaders’ are now eager to bring themselves up in the game list in the Super league after they have received the news that their three key players stranded in Australia are allowed to join their team in the next few days.
Queen’s visit made some clash
Australia, March 28, 2011 – The Queen and her husband, Prince Philip, will visit Australia as part of an official visit even after Prince William visited months ago. Their last visit was for the opening of the Commonwealth games in 2006.
Working holiday Visas for Australia at record levels
March 24, 2011 – Anyone and everyone can get visas for Australia. Work visa for Australia is one of the visas usually obtained by most people. One of these types of visas is the working holiday visa which is enjoyed by most Irish people.
Australia’s cultural diversity celebrated on Harmony Day
Australia March 23, 2011 – Australia is a vast country, full of different people from different walks of life. It is a destination for most people coming from different parts of the world. It is a place for tourists as it offers scenic views and adventures of land and sea. It is a place for skilled workers where they can land the best jobs with sufficient wages. It is a place where people would like to settle in for the long haul. It is a place for immigration.
WA premier backs relaxing Visa test
March 22, 2011 – Australia has a growing economy and it is one of the world’s well developed countries. It is but important for Australia to keep it that way or even improve more to make their country more prosperous than ever. Thus, Australia hasn’t stopped letting foreign investors to build their companies here. New businesses arise; thus, more labor needed. But the problem for overseas workers is the difficulty encountered in availing visas for Australia especially for non-english countries.
New experiences for Australian tourism
Australia, March 21, 2011 – Australia is the place to be for tourists and locals just to have a relaxing vacation. It is a place where people can unwind and distress themselves from their busy and hectic world. Thus, Australia is one of those places people would frequently go to but it has to keep up with its reputation. It should try to give people new and interesting things to do once people will plan to spend their break here.
Taiwanese can now travel visa-free to 99 nations
March 17, 2011 – Recently, Taiwanese people were granted to enjoy visa-free travel or visa on arrival privileges to two more countries. The number of countries they are allowed to enter rose up to 99 countries. Taiwanese people can enter those countries if they are holders of the Republic of China (ROC) passport. This good news was announced by President Ma Ying-jeou.
Japanese nationals in Australia no worries regarding visa assistance
Australia, March 16, 2011 – National disasters in a region just happen unexpectedly. It always happens in the most unexpected place and time. These disasters make us shattered and hopeless. In these present times, a lot of disasters, natural or not, have come about. It all made us stronger as we try to survive such turmoil.
Australian Work and Holiday Visa Provides Opportunity to Work and Play for up to Twelve Months
March 15, 2011 – After several years of studying, it is always in the back of the minds of graduating students to have time to relax and enjoy before trying to face reality. Students still want to have a time off before trying to start a career or before trying to find a job. Some students already have jobs waiting for them. Some others may have businesses handed down by their parents. But despite these obligations and responsibilities that wait, every student is eager to take a break. A break to know one’s inclination and one’s ideal life that they want to have in the future. This break will help them realize what they would want to do and achieve in their life. Thus, for some students, they would prefer to enjoy a gap year before they will embrace all their responsibilities.
Australians in affected areas in Japan
Australia, March 14, 2011 – It has been reported recently in almost all news networks the recent tragedy which struck Japan these past few days. It can never be denied how much suffering this calamity has given to these people. Thus, everybody called upon other people around the world to help survive this madness of the land and sea.
Changes in visa application and processing of Australian visas in Brunei
March 10, 2011 Australia – The Australian High Commission located in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei will stop receiving and processing of all over-the-counter visa applications beginning March 1of this year.
Call center positions to be sent overseas
Australia, March 9, 2011 – The call center industry is among the strongest and most reliable employment provider today. All over the world, there are millions of call center jobs occupied by people. In fact, it has become an answer to the very high unemployment rates of the different countries worldwide. Since the job offers are overwhelming, these companies expand to countries especially in Asia.
Australian government to provide homeless people with detention centers
March 8, 2011 in Canberra, Australia – Australia has become a favorite destination for tourists as well as modern nomads who end up becoming refugees. Refugees tend to crowd the places everywhere. Thus, as an answer to this growing number of dwellers, the Australian government opted to provide these homeless people with detention centers.
Oz should target Chinese travellers
March 7, 2011 – The World Travel and Tourism Council should allow Chinese travelers to tour or work in Australia. Since as predicted, Chinese travelers are a great number and would be of help in overcoming calamities such as the unexpected flood in Queensland. The council projected that this sector will help increase the GDP.
Allowing more skilled immigration in Australia
Australia, March 3, 2011 – The government of Australia was forced by the Business Council of Australia to increase and give more temporary immigration to skilled workers. These workers are needed by the different sectors negotiating and planning to have new and larger projects in the country. This means approving more visas for workers from other countries. Thus, it is an opportunity that should not be missed especially for those workers who are not well compensated in the countries where they come from.
A Difficult Visa Case that Ombudsman takes Immigration to task
March 1, 2011 – The Commonwealth Ombudsman advised the Department of Immigration and Citizenship to follow appropriate processes when challenging a Court or tribunal decision that follow a case in which its refusal to grant a partner visa to a woman was overturned. This may also include the strict compliance on following the Australian visa requirements and the process for other visa types such as Australia visitor visa, travel visas to Australia, work visa for Australia
A New Legislation to Protect Refugee Applicants
Australia February 28, 2011 – A legislation to eliminate unnecessary visa processes for people at risk of torture has announced by the Australia Immigration Minister. This also covers any inhumane treatment or likely death if they are returned to their home country. It also means that lengthy Australian Visa processes will be eliminated for protection visa applicants.
Foreign workers to fill in skills shortages
February 23, 2011 – Mining companies are being forced with Mackay’s skills shortage to look abroad to bring in overseas workers into the region. Leighton Contractors are believed to bring plans as many as 1100 foreign workers into regions like Mackay does as the skills shortage was affecting many businesses in the region. The company also said temporary foreign workers would be employed if sufficient numbers of Australian workers were not available as they are committed to employ and train Australians first.
Announcing Australian Multicultural Council
Australia, February 23, 2011 – The Gillard Government claimed Australia as the best form of multiculturalism in the entire world.
February 22, 2011 – Despite of some visa problems such as on dealing Australian visa requirements in work visa for Australia or the visitor visa to Australia, Sean Taylor, the husband of Jacki Weaver still find it gratifying as he might have to miss Los Angeles and instead don his tux and check on the ceremony in a pub in inner Sydney’s Redfern. He is a South African national granted with full residency in Australia but had dealt with some serious paperwork. They’re supposed to fly some few days ago but it started to look dicey. But that sort of issue has been sorted through the efforts of Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd and some helpful US officials. It happened in the wake of the Golden Globes that everyone has their fingers crossed the Academy Awards and gives Weaver a gong for her turn in Animal Kingdom.
Increasing Creative Travel into Aussie market
Australia February 21, 2011 – Randall Marketing has signed by the family owned India based Destination Management Company (DMC). It was signed to oversee its Australian and New Zealand representation and was announced at AIME few days ago. The said company is representing at AIME for the fourth consecutive year with its full service DMC covers India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Tibet.
Taiwan Visa Privileges to be grant by Australia and Malaysia Soon
February 18, 2011 – Traveling to Australia has been made easier for Taiwan passport holders. They are expected to face simpler procedures in applying for certain types of visas for Australia such as working holiday Australia visa or tourist visas to Australia. The changes in procedures also include traveling for Malaysia and will be effective by the end of the first half of this year according to the Minister of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
Number of Students coming to Australia continues to fall
Australia, February 17, 2011 – According to data released by the Department of Immigration, visa applications of students from outside Australia fell 32 per cent in the last six months of the previous year compared with the same period in 2009 which in return had fallen with 22 per cent compared with the period of 2008. This percentage drop has caused enormous frightening for universities as they have become dependent on fee income from foreign students.
How it feels to be a case manager?
February 15, 2011 – There are always two sides to every story when you’re working at the heart of the highly charged illegal migration debate and is a gross understatement.
Devastating Queensland Holiday for People and Its Assured Resilience
Queensland February 14, 2011 – John Lee, the chief executive of Tourism and Transport Forum said that every Australian has a responsibility to aid the state’s tourism recovery with so many jobs and businesses on the line. While Martin Ferguson, the federal Tourism Minister has called Queensland a huge perception problem at home and overseas in which the state is out of action.
Visa Centre in Colombo are Now Shared by UK and Australia
Australia February 9, 2011 – The current visa application centre in Colombo will now be shared by UK Border Agency and Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship. This was according to media release from February 8 by the British High Commission.
Australia visa norms for students to be relaxed
February 9, 2011 – Facilitators in India have been hopeful with the proposal to relax the norms of Australia migration visa for students from April. This is to benefit those seeking for higher education in Australia. The company hopes seeing more students going there and reversing a two-year decline.
NZers departures across Tasman for Aussie jobs
February 7, 2011 – According to Statistics New Zealand (SNZ), the arrivals of permanent and long-term outnumbered departures in December by 300 down from 1400 a year earlier. Its main factor was the 900 more NZ citizens’ departures to Australia with the net outflow of 2,000 migrants applied for Australia visitors visa up from 1,100. It was the same month when a net migration gained 750 up from 600 in November and above the monthly average of 700 since February.
NZ Tourism Boost against Aussie and Chinese
February 7, 2011 Australia – According to statistics in New Zealand, tourist arrivals hit a high record in December with 1.3% to 345, 700 from the same month a year earlier. Chinese tourist rose 21% to 14, 200 on that same month while Australians jumping across the Tasma rose 3% to 151, 400. On the contrary, British tourists dropped down at 9.1% to 36, 000 and American tourists sank 8.3% to 24, 200.
The Increasing Rate of Irish Emigrating to Australia
February 3, 2011 – The name of County Bondi has been a fast earning due to the tens of thousands Irish that set up home in and around one of the world’s most famous beaches. It used to be a big backpacker haunt. But the recession in Ireland made the Irish no longer coming here to travel. Instead, it was the place where they set up their homes and the surrounding suburbs of Bondi Junction, Bronte and Randwick. Here, they seek work in an economy that is at full employment.
Queensland still ranks high with Tourists
February 2, 2011 Queensland – In the latest survey done by online accommodation website, the Wotif.com, Queensland has chosen eight of the top 20 tourist destinations in Australia. These figures were done at the time when Queensland destinations struggle to draw tourist visitors after the devastating floods in the state. 2010 state’s haul of eight is a big increase compared from 6 in 2009.
Quick Australian Visas for Foreign Workers
February 1, 2011 – The massive Queensland flood rebuilding program will target to overtake overseas workers and unemployed ones. It is reported that visa Australian approval will be sped up to just five days. It will be benefited also by temporary overseas workers in which if employers are unable to find skilled local workers to do the job.
Improvement in Bilateral Relations between India and Australia
January 28, 2011 – There is a lot of improvement in bilateral relations between Indian Immigrants and Australia itself. This was observed by an Indian immigrant named Shams and said that there is comparatively lot of improvement in the relations between two countries. Many white customers are now coming to his shop and buying various items which are an obvious proof of improvement in the relationship of the two countries.
Changes on Student Visa to attract more Foreign Students
Australia January 27, 2011 – On 16 December 2010, Chris Bowen, the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, and, Chris Evans, the Minister for Tertiary Education have formally announced a strategic review of the student visa programs and package of measures to ease the pressure on the international education sector and to attract foreign students to enter Australia.
January 25, 2011 – A new online consumer protection resource has been launched by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). The launched protection aims to educate prospective migrants and visa applicants about migration scams and how to prevent them.
Urgency on Seeking Higher Skilled Immigration in Australia
January 24, 2010 Australia – It is expected that the reconstruction efforts in flood-stricken Queensland would make it more difficult to recruit skilled labor for the Australian building industry. With this current happening, the industry stakeholders are calling for skilled immigration from other countries. Finding resolution to this issue, the country has introduced few changes in the Australian immigration policy to help Australia focus on allowing the needed high-skilled professionals in the country.
A Safer Study in Australia for International Students
January 20, 2010 – The research commissioned by the Australian Government about the latest overseas student satisfaction survey reveals international students feel safer in Australia than they did four years ago. On the contrary, foreign students are less satisfied with job opportunities and cost of living in the country.
Immigration Agreement with Afghanistan has been signed by Australia
Australia January 19, 2011 – An agreement between the Australian government, the Afghan government and the UnitedNations High Commissioner for Refugees on migration and humanitarian assistance has been announced few days ago. It was led by the Minister of Immigration and Citizenship of Australia, Chris Bowen.
Ireland Australia visa applications rose by 60 percent
January 18, 2011 – A recent report shows 60% jump in Ireland-Australia visa application for permanent Australian working visas. The number of 12 month Australian working holiday Australia visa applications made has shown significant decrease however the figures speak for themselves as more and more people are finding it tougher to get employment in this country. But still, many believe that this will be the state of play for years to come.
A Suggestion to Digitize Visa System in U.S.
January 17, 2011 US – According to a new policy brief issued by the Brookings Institution, the United State’s of immigration policy should make revisions to give priority to people with education backgrounds in innovative technologies.
Brockman’ Appointed by OMD Australia as Business Director
January 13, 2010 – Simon Brockman has been appointed by OMD as business director at its Sydney office. He will be working across the Allianz, Weight Watchers, Visa and Hasbro accounts. He had started to work and report to the General Manager of OMD last January 4.
Backlogs Cause Shortages of Skilled Migrants in Australia
Australia January 12, 2010 – Australia is now being pressured to speed up skilled migrant applications as these results backlogs on immigration. It is reported that more than 140, 000 skilled workers coming from different countries who hope to migrate in Australia are caught up under this departmental backlog since two years ago.
Australia Need Not be Scared Of and Still Ideal for Migrants
January 11, 2011 – Nowadays, the Australian employers have to wait more than five months for the Department of Immigration to process sponsored visa application for Australian visa. It resulted into hold ups being experienced by many employers. It is reported that there were 140 thousand waiting to have their applications processed last September 2010.
The Need to Speed Up Australia’s Process Backlog of Skilled Migrant Visas
Australia January 10, 2011 – To better allocate its resources, the Australian business sector and migration employment advocates are calling on the Immigration Department to better allocate its resources. They want to point out a backlog of applications from skilled wanting to migrate in Australia. It is said that about 140 thousand people are waiting to have their skilled visa applications processed. They also urge the Federal Government to be more consultative on deciding which workers should come to Australia.
Closer Ties between Bangladesh and Australia through Work & Holiday Visa
January 7, 2010 – A work and holiday agreement took effect last December 31 which let young people from both Australia and Bangladesh to have the opportunity to be employed in each other’s country. This agreement is possible for university-educated Australian and Bangladesh travelers who are aged between 18 and 30. Nationalities from both countries will now be able to work at the same time enjoy holiday for up 12 months.
New Processing Arrangements and State Migration Plan Announced
January 6, 2011 Australia – The South Australian Government’s State Migration plan has been signed and announced. The signed agreement covers state sponsorship of skilled migrants to South Australia under the Skilled – Sponsored (176 and 886) and Skilled – Regional Sponsored (475 and 487) visas. It was announced that there is an overall cap on the total number of grants each year which was signed under the said agreement. For 2010 and 2011 Australian government had given out 4,650 visa grants that include primary and secondary applicants.
Easier New Entry Visa for Asian Cup fans
January 5, 2010 – Asian Cup for 2011 which will be held in Doha has been made possible for those people overseas wishing to attend this football competition as Qatar offered a new entry visa. Foreigners visiting the country during the tournament will have the opportunity to grab this visa available on arrival at the airports and other ports of entry on January 7. Not just that, football fans can now apply through the comforts of their home through applying online which can be found in the e-Government portal and the websites of the AFC Asian Cup and the Qatar Football Association. There are also special links available on the AFC Asian Cup website, www.afcasiancup.com, the QFA website, www.qfa.com.qa and Hukoomi website, www.gov.qa.
Introduction of New Australian Immigration Points Test in July 2011
Australia January 4, 2011 – A new Australian Skilled Migration Points Test will take effect for General Skilled Visas (GSV) from 1 July 2011. This point test for immigrants in Australia has been criticized for preferring hairdressers over Harvard scientists but it will be changed significantly in 2011, specifically by July of the said year. These changes will point out to high skills levels and employee sponsorship which makes it more difficult for overseas students with low quality Australian qualifications to secure permanent residency.
More U.S. Citizens try their Luck in Australia
December 30, 2010 - SYDNEY – Growing numbers of US citizens are now heading to Australia to search for jobs Down Under. It has been reported that around 10% of US immigrants move to Australia, applied for visas Australian and try their luck there.
Economic Downturn Takes Toll in the Surge of Emigration
Australia December 29, 2010 – Over the past years, the number of people moving to live in Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand and UK has increased enormously which caused a major surge in emigration due to economic downturn.
Welcoming the Review of Student Visa Program
December 27, 2010 – New Federal Government review of student visa program has been announced yesterday. The said review obtained a warm response from Educators. This move is intended to push the competitiveness of the international education sector in Australia. Application for Australian visa for student has now made easier because of the impact of the global financial crisis abroad. This review will also affect travel visas to Australia because the country observes the value of Australian dollar.
Requirements Revision for Students who want to Study in Australia
Australia December 22, 2010 – Federal government has decided to lower down the entry requirements for overseas students who want to study in Australia and Australian universities welcomed this decision. This is in response to the buckling demand in the international education market.
Oprah Winfrey showcases Australia in her Australian Tour
December 21, 2010 – As part of her fully-paid 8-day trip to Australia, Oprah surprised her American studio audience in its 25th and final season as they filmed her “Ultimate Australian Adventure” episodes in Uluru.
Announcing Student Visa Review by the Australia Immigration Minister
Australia December 21, 2010 – A review of student visa program have been announced by the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Chris Bowen MP and Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills, Jobs and Workplace Relations, Senator Chris Evans. A new Student Visa measures have been announced by the Australian immigration minister.
Oprah expresses good remarks for Sydney
Australia December 15, 2010 – Jody McKay, NSW Tourism Minister states it is excellent that Oprah chooses the lighting of an “O” on the Sydney Harbour Bridge as the main feature of her trip.
Hassle-free visas are good for business
December 14, 2010 – Safety issues are just one of the major considerations in planning international business meeting and conference by business events specialist. It is followed by making sure of the destination’s appeal, flight availability, cost and accessibility of the airport wherein special systems are used for hassle-free processing.
The Disagreeing Changes of Australian Student Visa policy
December 13, 2010 Australia – The Australia Immigration has introduced new changes in Australian Student Visa Policy. The new policy sounds unreachable making it difficult for international students to enter Australia. The changes have been said to bring a lot of jobs as what Australian government believes.
457 Work Visas
Australia December 7, 2010 – Reports on the Australia’s recovery from the global financial crisis have been circulating around the news lately and economists have yet to explain this complete turnaround. Currently, Australia has recovered from the unemployment struggle after a period of decrease in the rates of skilled labor.
Australia December 6, 2010 – Getting a work visa in Australia nowadays becomes a little bit harder and more complicated. This is because of increasing number of people planning to work in Australia.
Skilled Immigration is Needed by Australia – Finance Minister
Australia December 2, 2010 – Penny Wong, Finance Minister of Australia stated that Australia is in need of more skilled workers immigrating into the country to be able to meet the higher demand for skilled labor.
Revised Australian policy to attract students
Australia November 30, 2010 – After a meeting between Australian Immigration Minister Chris Bowen and other key bodies, an overhaul with the country’s student visa policy is perceived to be imminent.
60 percent more Irish apply to Australia
November 25, 2010 – With the boom in Australia’s job market, more and more skilled workers are heading to the country with hopes of finding a better career opportunity that will not only offer them a growth in their career but get good compensation for it as well. All of these are possible in Australia which is why a larger number of skilled workers are applying for a visa from Australia.
Qualified migrants having difficulties in Australian job market
Australia November 25, 2010 – Recently, there has been an increased in the number of skilled workers form other countries trooping to Australia to find a job. With the positive development in the country’s job market, more people, both locals and foreign migrants alike have been given opportunities to have the jobs that befit their qualifications. However, a recent study shows that there is some problem that some qualified migrants are now facing challenges.
Further Means of Moving Forward on Immigration
Australia November 23, 2010 – In an article written by Philip Wolgen entitled “Five Ways to Move Forward on Immigration”, he stated that there is a diminishing in the prospects for achieving a comprehensive immigration reform, or the CIR. He stated that there is no clear possibility for the Administration to achieve CIR with a majority in the two houses. However, he believes that there are small fixes that could be made in the meantime and for this, he had five possibilities to suggest.
Majority of offshore visa applicants to undergo biometric scans
Australia November 23, 2010 – The trial biometric checks of the Immigration Department of Australia will be including foreign students in an effort to eliminate the possibilities of terrorists entering the country.
Lovesick employee keeps job
Australia November 18, 2010 – Love is literally in the air, at least this was so in the Department of Immigration.
Video used by a Canadian policeman in search for missing Australian
Australia November 17, 2010 – A video which shows a re-enactment of the steps leading to a missing man’s disappearance has been posted by a Canadian policeman in hope that it will somehow give a lead to his whereabouts.
New Visa criteria for better skill migrants
Australia November 15, 2010 – News has it that applicants for an Australian visa is to face an array of new eligibility criteria.
Aid for online Australian Visa Applicants
Australia November 12, 2010 – There have been a considerable number of people observed who are lodging their application for Australian visa. There are those who are applying for a travel visa Australia but the biggest number of application has been observed in those applying for the skilled migration visa.
Australian employers reliant on skilled migration according to survey
Australia November 10, 2010 – Global business consultancy firm, KPMG states that the boom that Australia is experiencing right now has given way to low unemployment and a high demand for skilled workers form other countries to be able to fill the shortage. This is something that is seen to likely increase in the future.
Australia November 9, 2010 –With the coming of the holiday season, people have already been making bookings and reservations to their chosen destination. A holiday travel in Australia requires careful planning. There are many websites which offer cheap packages but you have to be careful in making a decision. Make sure that your flight will include meals and transfers for it to be convenient.
Victoria lays out state migration plan for immigration to Australia
Australia November 8, 2010 – Reports stated that there were new changes that the Australian Government has introduced regarding the skilled state sponsored visa scheme.
Border Protection Upgrade delayed due to Immigration
Australia, November 4, 2010 – There has been a reported delay in the introduction of the generic visa portal by the Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship. The said delay, which is the second time, is said to last until 2011 and will be hampering the department’s desire to fortify the country’s border protection. The first delay was in July and it was said to have been caused by the first hiccup in the Federal election, this according to DIAC chief information officer Bob Correll.
Skilled workers in IT, Accountancy, and Nurses sectors flock to Australia due to skilled immigration
November 3, 2010 Australia – The permanent skilled immigration visa programs for 2009-10 was topped by three occupations and these are Accountants, IT workers, and nurses.
Business confidence moved down to pre-financial crisis levels
October 27, 2010 – Survey indicated that the business confidence in the quarter of September rose to its highest levels ever since the pre-global financial crisis (GFC) days of the year 2007. However, this condition eased a little bit in the same period.
October 2010 is the limit for UK Tier 1 visa
October 27, 2010 – UK Government has announced that they will not be issuing any more Tier 1 or the General visas on October 2010 to those from outside UK who are to apply for the first time. However, the set limit is not going to affect those applications from dependents or those people from UK who have applied to switch to Tier 1 (General) from another category. It will also not affect those who are applying for an extension of their current Tier 1 (General) visas.
Asylum seekers moved to Weipa
October 25, 2010 Australia – In Queensland, a large group of asylum seekers were being transferred to an air force base as the country’s immigration detention encounters additional strains.
Australia balances immigration future
October 25, 2010 Australia – The recent results of the elections in Sweden prompted German chancellor Angela Merkel to state that multiculturalism has failed Germany. The said elections ended with as many as 20 Sweden Democrats winning parliamentary seats. The recent results have put a significant dent for the first time ever in mainstream Swedish politics. These unfolding of events have once again put the limelight to how hot the topic of immigration is in most western democracies. This brings the question then to how Australia is doing in terms of immigration.
National Party leader supports immigration to Australia
October 21, 2010 Australia – Immigration is a factor that helps a country grow, flourish, and evolve. Immigrating people help in shaping the country. In a country like Australia where the population growth is declining, there is a possibility for its labour market to be less competitive. With the current boom in their job market, they are now facing shortage in skilled workers to supply the demands.
Sponsorship application in South Australia
October 21, 2010 – South Australia will be accepting new applicants for sponsorship to live and work in the South of Australia. With the new Sponsorship Occupation list, the South Australian Government will be welcoming more skilled applicants to join their work force.
Last minute trips are now more expensive
October 18, 2010 – With the arrival of the holiday season, more and more people are into traveling to take advantage of the season. There are also many people form the business world who are constantly on the go to fix some business in preparation for the coming holidays. Indeed, everyone has become busy and mobile. However, Australians have found out that same-day travel fares are now on the rise to its highest level recorded in the past three years.
Australia and Indonesia talks further on Timor asylum center
October 18, 2010 – Plans of putting up a refugee center in East Timor for those who are looking for an asylum all throughout Southeast Asia as they make their way to Australia is to be further discussed by Jakarta and Australia. This both countries have agreed upon on Wednesday.
High demand for workers in Australia
Australia, October 14, 2010 – Australia’s job market is in a boom resulting to the demand for more workers in the country. People are now beginning to wonder if the restrictions employed in order to decrease the immigration to Australia is a good decision.
Skilled Brits to migrate to Australia
Australia, October 12, 2010 – Records show that the number of skilled Brits migrating to other countries has been increasing year by year. Based on the number of tickets for Opportunities expos pre-sold by the organizers, more Brits looking for a better lifestyle may possibly move to another country this year.
More looking forward to emigrating
Australia October 6, 2010 -Thousands of people, including students and young families, have attended the “Working Abroad Expo” held over the weekend in RDS in Dublin. These people, all struggling under the pressure of recession are prospective emigrants wanting to get advice about moving abroad.
Shares higher
Australia, October 4, 2010 – News show that different companies and business players have recorded increase in their gains in stocks.
Dollars high rate attracted investors trust
Australia, October 1, 2010 – As the dollar value continues to rise, investors have started coming in, showing confidence to the fairly high local interest which is foreseen to increase more in the coming month.
sending Britons off emigrating to Australia and other countries
September 27, 2010 Australia – uSwith.com published an index today indicating that more and more Britons are emigrating to other countries, with Australia as their primary destination, due to the worsening living condition that they are currently experiencing in their country.
New Australian Government
September 13, 2010 Australia – Australian Prime Minister Julian Gillard secured power for her center-left Labor Party by the winning the support of two independent ministers – giving the ruling party a tiny, one seat majority in Parliament. By holding a public summit on the proposed tax reforms, Labor Party has revealed that they did it to win the support of the two independent ministers and another one which actually finalized the decisions that was made on which is to choose the major party that they would support, which is the Australian Labour Party. It has held onto its majority of seats, and would continue then as Australia’s Government for another term.
Demand for Workers Within Australia may be Push Due to Immigration Cuts
September 8, 2010 Australia – Immigration Cap, which was signed as the Migration Act since 1958, allows the Minister to ‘cap’ – this means that they will be able to limit the number of visas which can be granted each year in a particular visa subclass.
State Migration Plans Delayed
Sept 6, 2010 Victoria, AU – Recalling from the month of July when the state of Victoria had announced that it would not release its State Migration Plans until after the 1st of August. State Migration Plans were supposed to be updated and released following the new Skilled Occupation List was even promoted last July. By stopping of State Migration Plans since Labor has called the Australian Election in August, this has lead to such confusion from the migrants.
Travelling to Australia is Going to be a lot Easier
Australia, September 1, 2010 – Australia, one of the best travel destinations around the world aside from Europe and UK and other parts of the world will now be very easy to travel to. Australia’s second largest airline company Virgin Blue has announced its partnership with Middle Eastern Carrier Abu Dhabi based Etihad Airlines, as it tries to match its flag-carrier Qantas in global reach.
Immigration Affects Australian Votes
Aug 25, 2010, CANBERRA – Today’s Australian election campaign has been closely influenced by Australia’s Immigration Policy, particularly affecting bigger cities like Sydney Population is becoming Australia’s one of the most perceived issues today and two of the major parties vying for upcoming election have already moved in to the right for immigration previously, and there has been a public backlash against a perceived confrontations on illegal immigration.
Mr Abbott pledged to pay long-term unemployed youth
August 19, 2010, Australia – Because of the high number of unemployment for youth in Australia, Tony Abbott expressed his new deal dole-breaker scheme to help people from relying much on their welfare and ask for support from the government, without working or exerting effort.
Australia helped the Pakistan Flood Victims
August 16, 2010, Australia – Fears that envelop Pakistan these days can’t possibly be ignored. The primary source of their land resource which is Agriculture is greatly affected with the impact of flood that is now making the Pakistan’s soil into a great turmoil. While the United Nations set their foot in joining forces to help Pakistan in preserving what’s left for them to move on after this disaster, Australia is also encouraged to set their aid to flood ravaged Pakistan country today.
Sensible Statement on Immigration
Aug 9, 2010 Sydney, AU – Today we are much grateful for Malcolm Turnbull, Liberal Member of Parliament for Wentworth when he recently spoke about the immigration policy at the Bondi Chamber of Commerce event.
UK English Test to be introduced to Spouses and Partners of Immigrants
August 4, 2010 Australia – Wanting to apply for a permanent residence in the UK? Then you have to pay attention. Starting from November 29 2010, there will be another implementation that UK government will have to enforced to fellow people who are wanting to cross, travel or migrate in the UK soil.
Australian’s Action on Border Security
August 3, 2010 – Due to the rampant exploitation of migration and the difficult issues that are not being addressed specifically in Australia and New Zealand, with the fear of placing the whole country in the hands of smuggling and trafficking activities, Australian Immigration Minister Chris Evans had announced a new signed agreement in between Australia and New Zealand to further monitor the immigration security focusing on the border.
Increase on wages in Australia
Australia, July 28, 2010 – According to the recent report showed that the average yearly wages are predicted to increase by $8200 within the time frame of 3 years. Since the economy here at the land down under are still recovering from the shortage on skills employees. The June quarter Clarius Skills Index shows an up-and-coming skilled labour shortage is anticipated to drive a 5.4 per cent yearly increase in earnings over the next three years. Consequently, unemployment rates are predicted to get a lower percentage below 5 per cent by early 2011.
Delays on State Migration
Australia, July 26, 2010 – According to the latest report in the land down under stated that there’s been a delayed regarding their State Migration Plan in anticipation until September 1. Because of the forthcoming federal election in Australia, the Victorian State Government has advised that its State Migration Plan will be implemented no earlier than 1 September 2010.
The Australian Citizenship
Australia July 21, 2010 – From the recent report in the land down under regarding the Australian Citizenship that will be held during Constitution Day stated that will be coming soon. Australian immigration has announced just the other day that the Australian Constitution Day celebrations of 9 July 2010. Australian immigration. “Constitution Day on July 9 is the occasion that marks Australia’s creation as a nation, the day in 1900 when Queen Victoria gave royal assent to the Constitution. As we recognise this important date, Constitution Day is also a fitting occasion to welcome new Australian citizens who will contribute to Australia’s future.”
The Latest on US H-1B Visas
Australia July 19, 2010 – From the recent report that has been released regarding the US H-1B Visas stated that it is still available for applicants who are interested to apply. US H-1B Visas is one of the most practical for temporary US visa categories for entry of professional level specialty workers to the US. According to the report most who have been used this visas are Indian IT specialists who have gain their privilege to entry in the US using the H-1B visa. However even the US has been doing a good job when it comes to their economy there still some shortage with their H-1B visa.
Australia isolation over refugees
July 16, 2010 Australia – From the recent news that has been spread all across the land down under stated that the country has been undertaken regarding the plans for a regional asylum-seeker center despite a rejection by the parliament of East Timor. However according to the officials who set their unanimous vote stated that almost 34 of the impoverished country’s 66 parliamentarians, was not a government motion.
Latest on Australian immigration visa schemes
July 12, 2010 Australia – Recent reports regarding the Australian immigration visa schemes stated that these categories were suspended from 8 May 2010 to 30 June 2010: Subclass 175 – Skilled Independent; Subclass 176 – Skilled Sponsored; Subclass 475 – Skilled Regional Sponsored.
Asians got the highest score in Australia high school test
July 7, 2010 – Recent news that has been spread stated that most students who got a higher score in Australian high school test are Asians. Children of Asian migrants outperform their English-speaking counterparts in the entrance test of selective top high schools in Australia. In accordance to the report from The Sydney Morning Herald that almost 42 perfect of children and students who are said to come from countries that English was their second language are doing well. From the Australia’s school annual discerning high school entrance test in 2009 these said students won a place in the privileged classification. However only 23 percent of students from English speaking countries got in.
The changes on UK Immigration Tier 1 Visa Cap
July 5, 2010 – According to the latest news stated that there have been changes regarding the UK Immigration Tier 1 Visa Cap. This indeed confirmed by the UK Immigration that the interim limit on Tier 1 (General) visas will start on 19 July 2010 (previously it was thought to be 16 July 2010). The permanent limit on Tier 1 (General) applications under the points based system will start in April 2011. They stated and announced for those who are interested on applying for the Tier 1 that they must think about and apply before July 19, 2010.
Skilled immigration reforms in Australia
Australia June 28, 2010 – Recent news that has been spread all across in Australia regarding some changes with their Immigration services. According to the Immigration Minister Chris Evans statement said this changes will certainly benefits the Western Australian business to come across the Migrants that they require to fill up their skilled labour needs.
Shares overtake intended for investors
Australia June 25, 2010 – From the recent report regarding the investment market in Australia stated that the recent share market crash showed that shares have closely outshine property in the past 20 years. This has been reported and claimed despite the previous financial crisis and the recent share market crash. However knowing that in the past 10 years now the residential property has been the top investment and that Australia relationship in property is still justified.
Australia on Chinese travel market
Australia, June 23, 2010 – From the recent news that has been spread the government in Australia has been claimed that they are actually spent almost A$30 million to market Australia and North Queensland in particular to the Chinese travel market. This is to be said to earn more and benefits for their profits and earnings, including on the market strategies is a forum on Chinese tourism to be held in Cairns; working with airlines including China Eastern, Air China, Qantas and China Southern Airlines to build frequency, capacity and scattering of straight air services all the way through Australia and the commence of Tourism Australia’s ‘There’s Nothing Like Australia’ campaign in China this coming August.
2010 Report on Australia Tourism
June 21, 2010 Australia – Regarding the latest news on to Australian tourism stated that they have been increase steadily even though the previous crisis hit them known as the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) pandemic in 2003. However last year the estimation on tourist’s arrival numbers dropped by nearly 2% yearon- year (y-o-y) to 5.34mn. According to the report the industry was hit by declining price competitiveness from its most important foundation on tourist destinations such as the UK and New Zealand as the Australian dollar build up, at the same time as the optional spending was reined in by a lot of possible tourists and business travelers. In accordance to the statement they have been more declining if not for their decisions to have fare discounting by airlines. These discounts are expected to be short-lived as global oil prices trend upwards, putting pressure on airlines’ profitability in 2010.
The released of the Australian visa cap
June 17, 2010 Australia – With the most anticipated country today when it comes to high quality universities and education which is said to be Australia. According to the latest report that have been speculations about that latest changes with their Australia visa application. Recently Australian immigration has introduced legislation, the Migration Amendment (Visa Capping) Bill 2010. This according to the report that will permit the Australian Government to have greater elasticity when setting immigration caps.
Advertising on tourism proves its worth
Australia, June 9, 2010 – From the latest advertising campaign in tourism Australia featuring kangaroos, koalas and tone-deaf locals singing in relation to the virtues of the country has been reported to be effective among the tourists. According to The Australian report this ad has struck a chord among international tourists.
Team Australia in World Cup 2010
Australia, June 7, 2010 – Australia midfielder Tim Cahill was positive that they will have a good chance of winning in the World Cup 2010. He said that they would probably win this time as the Socceroos’ preparation for the 2010 World Cup was so good so far. According to the report they have won from the play with the New Zealand and Denmark in international friendliest and training sessions are going very well too.
Easter Long Weekend breaks in Australia
June 2, 2010 Australia – People who love to travel will definitely enjoy the latest news regarding the Easter long weekend break. According to the news the Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia Easter will be having holiday deals and specials.
Australia tightened its policy on student visas
June 1, 2010 Australia – According to the latest news in Australia regarding their student visa application stated they have strengthen their policy on students applicant to make sure these are only given to “genuine” individuals. From the press release that has been publicized quoted the minister of immigration and citizenship Chris Evans. He said the “tough new measures” will ensure that only “genuine international students are accepted to study in Australia”.
Australian government are responsible for forges passports
Australia, May 26, 2010 – According to the Deputy opposition leader Julie Bishop statement announced recently that the Australian government and security agencies are responsible with the passport forgery. This has been prohibited and that provoked the Rudd Government to expel an Israeli diplomat. Ms Bishop turns out to be involved in the fake passports scandal after she named the yesterday’s expulsion “an over-reaction”. She told Fairfax Media: “It would be naive to think that Israel is the only country in the world that has used forged passports, including Australian passports, for security operations.”
New directions with new SOL
May 24, 2010, Australia – According to the news lately, Chris Evans has been announced that the new Skilled Occupation List (SOL) has been released by the Australian Minister for Immigration and Citizenship. This in accordance to the news is part of the critical reform in the Government’s overhaul of general migration. Latest SOL is said to have 200 occupations needed for Australian immigration, that includes medical professionals including dentists, nurses and osteopaths, as well as engineers, teachers, IT professionals, welders and other trade occupations.
Emigrant visas cuts in favor of higher skills visa
May 21, Australia – According to the latest report, the new rules announced on Monday stated that the number of occupations entitling Irish workers to an Australian work visa have been cut by more than half, from 400 to 181, effective on July 1. This has been a bad news especially for immigrants workers who are wishing to grab a career opportunities in the land down under.
Australian stocks increase
Australia, May 19, 2010 – According to the latest report the Australian share market has been increased today after the US markets control to close in positive territory after trading of the session. The exact figures stated at 10:10am AEST, the benchmark S&P/ASX200 index had lifted 35.3 points, or 0.79 per cent, to 4502.5 points, while the broader All Ordinaries index had gained 33.3 points, or 0.74 per cent, to 4534.0 points. Sydney Futures Exchange, the June share price index futures contract was 14 points higher at 4509 points, on volume of 11,360 contracts. Global miner BHP Billiton improved 54 cents to $37.43 and Rio Tinto added 59 cents to $64.74. Woodside Petroleum gained 32 cents to $43.57, and Santos climbed five cents to $12.85.
Air China’s first online booking engine for SMEs
According to the latest news that has been reported that the Amadeus publicized the deployment of its online booking engine to Air China’s Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME) Programme, Air China Rewards. This online booking engine according to the report will power uncertainties and ticketing by SMEs based in China, Australia, Canada, Singapore and the United Kingdom and agree to real-time bookings and an upfront discount of 3-5 percent on air fares upon enrolment to the Programme. The booking engine incorporates Amadeus’ e-Retail, Web e-Ticketing and Payment Gateway solutions. Air China is the first Chinese carrier to adopt the Amadeus’ e-Retail solution to power an online booking engine specifically for SMEs.
Overseas students to Australia decreased
May 17, Australia – According to the recent news the total percentage of the overseas students to Australia has been decreased. These students that came from India, Vietnam and China have dropped 40 per cent last month. This according to the report is the effect of the recent changes to Australia’s visa regime.
The recent changes with Travelsphere Group
According to the news that has been spread the Kaleidoscope Travel Group, consisting of Travelsphere, Page & Moy and Just You is now in changes in accordance with their company development. They are now rebrandring under the umbrella company Page & Moy Travel Group. The Travelsphere Group has undergone significant change in the last six years with the acquisition of Page & Moy in December 2004 and the launch of singles brand Just You in October 2005.
Asylum seekers detained in a motel
May 12, 2010, Australia – Recent news that Small Business Minister Craig Emerson told Sky News regarding the situation about the asylum seekers that they found, they said that they will not put them behind razor wire. Instead the federal government have defended the decisions to take the 79 asylum seekers to stay in a four star Queensland motel. Indeed they are detained but in a much proper room also to keep away from danger their children.
Improvements on Australian stocks first time in 6 years
Australia, May 5, 2010 – According to the report regarding the local market and Australian stocks that for the first time in 6 years they have been experienced the increase with their market. However these will continuous depends on the overseas factor stated by the specialists on market industry.
The 22nd Sunday Times Rich List 2010
From the recent UK news spread across the country about the 22nd Sunday Times Rich List 2010. There are lots of well celebrated and travel tycoons have been awarded in this event. The chart lists the 1,000 wealthiest people in the UK.
Dollar rate increase a bit
Australia, April 28, 2010 – At 5pm (AEST), the dollar was trading at $US0.9247/50, up 0.58 per cent from Friday’s close of $US0.9193/95 and from 7am (AEST) today, the local unit traded between $US0.9237 and $US0.9286. This has been reported from the news lately that despite of the weaker performance regarding the share markets fortunately the dollar rate showed increase with its currency.
Holiday taxis help with the volcanic ash crisis
UK, April 26, 2010 – In line with the bad news regarding the volcanic eruption in Iceland, now we have volcanic ash crisis that gave a lot of problems to most of the people especially those who are included in cancelled flights in the airport. The HolidayTaxis.com has recently given their gratitude to its travel agent, airline and tour operater business partners for their “professionalism and attention to detail during the recent and in progress working matters nearby the volcanic ash crisis.”
US market to recover from early losses
April 21, 2010, Australia – From the recent news stated that the new banking profits drive the United States shares into much higher earnings. This positive results has been showed the recovery of the states from the previous losses because of economy crisis as the increased up to 0.7 per cent. The auto market makes progress and recover from the increased of almost 1.5 per cent, after Daimler posted a preliminary profit of 1.2 billion euros.
South Australian Government Global Financial
Australia, April 19, 2010 – From the recent news about the global financial status in Australia, according to the South Australian Government the deadlines has been announced to be shifted and spend to fit in school projects among the expenses in the schools.
Top destinations for weddings abroad
UK, April 14, 2010 – From the recent survey according to Travel Weekly the top destinations for easy weddings travel abroad are now publicize for everyone future references. These places are popular because they’re easier to get to and offer predominantly good value.
Opening of the 150 new high-street shops
Australia April 12, 2010 – From the recent news the Co-operative Travel boss Mike Greenacre has announced the possible opening of almost 150 shops over the next four years. This according to the statement approved by the Co-operative Group board however the UK’s largest independent travel agency sequence growing its network to up to 650 to 700 a shop that is why it might be end up as a competition among the companies.
Asylum seekers are being taken for security
Australia, April 7, 2010 – From the recent news about the asylum seekers in Australia has been reported that there’s been a boat carrying almost 22 asylum seekers that has been taken to Christmas Island for the security purposes. The most recent interception comes as an extra 65 people were moved from Christmas Island to the mainland in Australia.
A residency for post-grads in Australia
Australia, April 5, 2010 – From the recent news on ABC that has been spread out throughout the country regarding the students in Australia. According to the news the top universities in the land down under have recently announced the new process on visa, as they move forward the benefits for the post graduates. For the post graduates students in Australia to have and can apply for a permanent residency as they finished their studies.
A campaign for UK tourism minister
UK, March 31, 2010- From the March 5 issue of Travel Weekly the Yes Minister was launched, in support with this campaign all big names from different firms came to see this much awaited campaign. The campaigns prioritize the demands on the UK government to have a tourism minister to acknowledge them within the industry.
Asylum seekers might find their place
Australia, March 29, 2010 – According to the recent news regarding the asylum seekers in Australia that they have been unsuccessful in moving in to the Mainland Australia before they have been deported as fortunately might be granted to stay in country said by the federal oppositions. These asylum seekers include a group of 89 Iraqis, Sri Lankans, Afghans and Iranians. These people have been said to be transferred Christmas Island to Villawood Immigration Detention Centre in Sydney on Saturday after the announcement made by the federal oppositions.
Launch of Hypersonic in Australia
Australia, March 24, 2010 – From the recent new published in Australia the newest technology, known as Hypersonic International Flight Research Experimentation or HIFiRE is now in process of testing. This has been developed by the scientists from Australia’s Defence Science and Technology Organisation and the US Air Force.
Australia support the Baird Report
Australia, March 22, 2010 – The Baird Report by Bruce Baird was commissioned by the Australian Department for Education has been said to be approved the Australian Immigration and its Minister Chris Evans. The final report of the Baird Review on the legislation governing international education changes has been support by Evans as they think that these changes definitely make benefits among the customers.
“Abortion tourism” in UK
Australia, March 17, 2010 – The SROM a well-known pro-abortion feminist organization in Poland has recently launched an ad campaign promoting “abortion tourism” to Britain by showing the Polish women where they can get a free abortion at a UK clinic. This organization and program has been sponsored by the National Health Service (NHS). One of the SROM’s poster has the image of a woman wearing an underwear with written words “my choice”. The group make uses of the Mastercard advertising logo conjoined red and orange circles but the only difference is there’s a “SROM” written on the poster.
Baird Review on Australian student visa changes
Australia March 15, 2010 – Baird Review on legislation governing international education declared their support regarding with the recent changes on Government immigration policy. The Education for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 has been run through and reviewed by Hon. Bruce Baird, and he has been known for his support on the policy changes that has approved in February 2010 by the management and the government.
Job advertisements in Australia jumps up
Australia, March 10, 2010 – Almost 20 percent has been increased to the jobs adverts in Australia this statistics has reported all across the nation, from the part time job openings to full time. From the ANZ statement released this week that almost 30 percent of all the jobs listed in Australia is all part-time, in which the employees needed to work less than 35 hours a week. This contract was make public due to the need of recovering from their business market and economy.
Victoria the well visited city in Australia
Australia, March 8, 2010 -Large number of people, from Chinese, Filipinos, Koreans and Iraqis are immigrating to Sydney and NSW to start and create a new happy life. However for Indians, Malaysians and Sri Lankans the city of Victoria is the first choice fro their immigration in Australia, this report has been stated the most immigrants are setting last couples of year 2008 and 2009.
Percent of business jet flight increase this 2010
March 3, 2010, Australia – This 2010 the business jet travel are hoping to increase their business even there are some difficulty in economic sometimes. Companies are still in positive set of mind the see a positive results on their value in business aviation.
Biometric Data for Australian visa applicants
Australia March 1, 2010 – According to recent report the Australian Government has broadcasted the latest process for all the Australian visa applicants. It said the government have given $69 million over the next four years to bring in biometric date checks for Australian Visa applications. This new system and data recording the Australian visa assessment will set new rules and regulations.
Australian dollar increase a notch
February 24, 2010, Australia – The Australian dollars has recently gain their currency close one US cent higher, according to AEDT, the Australian dollar was trading at 90.07 US cents, up 1.12 per cent from Friday’s close of 89.03 cents from 5pm, then at exactly 7am the local unit traded between 89.89 US cents and 90.23 cents.
Pressure on Australian dollar that hit the overseas
February 22, 2010, Australia – Draw back from last month the Australian dollar that has been hit the overseas earnings. Nevertheless the local equities and real estate markets has been grabbed their sits to stay and strong until last year.
British Airways and American Airlines partnership approved
UK February 17, 2010 – The mergers between the British Airways with American Airlines have been approved by the US regulators and gave a signal to start their business with tourist visa UK. This agreement has been submitted and issued for approval for almost 12 years now. And last Saturday great news has been stated and the application was approved and granted by the US Department of Transportation.
Applications to UK universities increased
UK, February 15, 2010 – Applications to UK universities have increased up to 23% on their student application even though it has been said that the university entrance is now more competitive than last year according to Ucas. The figures from the university admissions service, Ucas, showed a 22.9% increase in applications. Statistics also said that fewer places for 2010-11 than in 2009-10 this has been confirmed by the university funding chiefs.
The Changes to General Skilled Migration
Australia, February 10, 2010 – Changes have been settled from 8th of February, 2010 with the General Skilled Migraton. However there’s been a report that there is a contradicting between the information from the announcement made by the Australian government in relation to the General Skilled Migration program. To clarify and settle the things that have been said and done below are the following changes to the General Skilled Migration;
Employees lost their shifts because of under time
Australia February 8, 2010 – According to the newspaper The Australian report that most of the teenager employees and their employer, the Terang and District Co-operative, 210 kilometres south west of Melbourne have been set an arrangement and understanding that the following employees must work at least 1.5 hours after school. However Kevin Rudd said that this new systems might lose most of the job of those employees who can commit with the new time schedule and regulations.
The best European gets away
UK, February 3, 2010 – If you’re planning to visit a good place that doesn’t necessary take a lot of your savings then visit Florence in February. The flights are cheaper, if you want to hire a car it will not that pricey also. The one best thing about his place is the systematic arrangement; you don’t need to stand in a long line just to rent a car.
UK Economy recovering from recession this 2010
UK, February 2, 2010 – BBC news recently reported hat this year the UK economy have been recovering and now gradually increasing from the dent they have been experienced from the past year. From the last three months of the year 2009, the statistics according to the economy reports has been raise by a weaker-than-expected 0.1%.
Rudd positive thoughts on Australia day
Australia January 27, 2010 – The Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is undoubtedly positive and optimistic on what the Australian future holds. As they celebrate the Australia Day, Rudd is very confident that there will be good potential for most of the Aussies this year.
Australian ambassador alerts for an attacks
Australia, January 25, 2010 – The non stop attacks of Indian nationals to Australian have becoming the most talked about news in the country today. However Australian representative to India Peter Varghese said that this incessantly attacks is to have the urgency to do a better work for their country.
Visa program to increase immigrants in Australia
Australia January 20, 2010 – The recent summary reports on the subclass 457 business (long stay) visa program expose the statistics made by the Department of Immigration and Citizenships. Report stated that more than 40 % less than last year in regards with the visa applications and grants, the said report is 457.
The Gold Coast United trial
Australia, January 18, 2010 – Clive Palmer of the Outspoken Gold Coast United said a degrading comment about the government’s immigration policies as racist after of the people from Ghana who wants to migrate in the land down under was disqualified when he apply for the A-League club. However this issue of the united chairman was also disappointing to the Ghanian government.
Refugees refuse to have a visa
Australia, January 13, 2010 – Tamil refugee recently refused to have a visa to stay in Australia; this has been reported from The Federal Government. Pressure have been gone from the Immigration Department, Wilson Tuckey the prompting outspoken Liberal backbencher said that the department need to relocate all the refugees to another country.
Australia’s immigration detention centre illegal
Australia, January 12, 2010 – Lately the Amnesty immigrant co-ordinator, Graham Thom the Amnesty immigrant co-ordinator spent a week examining the Australian immigration centre, situated on Australia’s remote Indian Ocean Territory. He explained the amenities and surroundings there as intolerable. According to Amnesty International that the Australia’s immigration detention facility might charge of breaching of human rights and it should be close for good.
Robbie Williams as Australian investors
Australia January 6, 2010 – Australian Visa Bureau confirms that there had been a 25 per cent increase in Irish visa applications in 2009, also the Canadians boost almost up to 13 percents.
Australia decline some student from India
Australia, January 4, 2010 – Students from India who applied between July and October last year have been accused on documentation fraud. The decisions came from the Australian authorities to decline the admission to one-third of the Indian students.
Doubt on Australia securities
December 29, 2009 Australia – ABC net reported that The Federal Government says it is in touch with US authorities to safeguard travel in Australia after a man tried to detonate an explosive on a flight to Detroit.
Sri Lankan asylum seekers came to Australia
Sydney, December 21, 2009 – Recent news from Sydney Morning Herald stated that the first Oceanic Viking’s asylum seekers just arrive in Australia. With the two granted resettlement in Australia 78 Sri Lankan asylum seekers off the Australian Customs ship Oceanic Viking have left Indonesia and came to the land down under. However 15 of those people who refused to came have left Indonesia and will go to Canada.
Guidance on citizenship and Australian visa issues
Australia, December 16, 2009 – Global visas recently said that Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship will provide an advice in regards with the visa issues.
Results on Australian visa review
Australia, December 14, 2009 – Almost 10,000 overseas students from different country who are studying in Australia in order to secure the permanent residency, unfortunately they are sent home empty-handed under changes being considered by the Federal Government. The Herald has obtained a document equipped by the Immigration Department recommending changes ”in the relationship between the lodgement of an application and the legal obligation to grant a visa”.
Aussie Government rejects the visa for Korean artist
Australia, December 9, 2009 – Australian curator for the first exhibition of art commissioned from North Korea Mark Colvin has been accused the Federal Government of censorship.
Security on Federal Government border security initiative
Australia, December 7, 2009 – The protection on visa applicants has recently announced by the Immigration Minister Chris Evans. As the report stated that in process on security people will be asked to conduct a digital scan of their faces and fingerprints. This is to secure and help Australia’s border added by Senator Evans as part of the visa assessment and processing.
Australian Visa fine over Australian £60,000
Australia, December 2, 2009 – From BBC news that Crusader may have charged amounting to £60,000 with the irregularities on their visa that led to the UK Borders Agency that recently deported six of their Australia-born players.
The importance of overseas students
Australia, December 1, 2009 – News from Sydney Morning Herald stated that education helped to prop up the NSW economy by generating $6.4 billion for the state in spite of revelations of shonky colleges and violent attacks on Indian students. Higher education earnings from international students increased by $1.3 billion to $9.5 billion for the year, the sector generated a record $16.6 billion for Australia in the past financial year.
Australian Working Holiday Visas Process
Australia, November 18, 2009 – Report has been stated that the Australian Government centre which processes all Australian Working Holiday Visa applications, has out information that shows it is meeting government service standards of the Working Holiday Global Processing Centre
Skilled workers are now immigrating to Australia
Australia, October 12, 2009 – Overseas workers from different country who emigrate to Australia are first located in Adelaide are later relocating to other larger Australian cities like Sydney and Melbource. South Australia has a unique program for workers who emigrate to Australia, but has been losing these valuable migrants to the bigger cities of Melbourne and Sydney.
Melbourne Politicians Calls for Cap on New Zealand Immigrants
Australia, November 23, 2009 – Labor Government MP Kelvin Thomson told a Melbourne newspaper that the number of New Zealanders immigrating to Australia has made it not possible to manage migrant numbers and preserve value of life.
The Changes in Australian Work Visa
Australia, November 25, 2009 – The changes in this working visa were introduced last September, to make sure that temporary foreign workers are not abused by their employers when working in Australia. In order to talk and speak to people in regards with this changes to almost 457 visa obligations. Recently the officers of Australian Immigration have broadcasted that they will visit the Pilbara region in Western Australia.
The Downfall of Indian Market According to Australia
Australia, November 16, 2009 – To resolve the increasing stress among Indian politicians parents alarmed by violent attacks against their offspring studying in Australia and the conclusion of more than a dozen training colleges in Melbourne and Sydney so far this year, threading almost 5,000 students. The Prime Minister Kevin Rudd held to India to try and resolve this.
New assistance for Australian Student Visa applications
Australia, November 11, 2009 – Australian Student Visa who have been affected by the closure of any international educational institution will soon be offered measures to assist them by the Australian Government.
Aussie returning to their homeland
Australia, November 9, 2009 – More and more Australian are coming back to their home in Australia on their extended working holidays in the UK. Numbers has been increased throughout the year in which Caroline Rafferty first noticed the trend at the start of the year when tough new changes to the UK’s Highly Skilled Migrant Visa laws came into effect.
Visa Australia to phase out signature cards by 2013
Australia, November 4, 2009 -Seven pronged programme embarked on by Visa last year to improve payment system security in the country this move is part of a five year.
Fake loans use to scam students to have their visa
Australia, October 26, 2009 – It has been stated the fallacious Indian bank and loan statements are being used to underwrite a people-smuggling process centred on student visas. The result is the cancellation of almost 500 applications from Indian applicants. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship established that more than 500 Indian nationals had their student visa applications refused over fake financial documents, including loan statements, in the three months to September. Another 150 immigration agents have had their access to the eVisa online visa application system declined. Almost $90,000 false bank loans being put forward as proof that student visa applicants from the subcontinent had the means to study in Australia.
Australia changes visa rules to address skills shortage
Australia, October 21, 2009 – Professionals that will be fast-tracked through the Australian visa system to address skills shortages under new rules. The following specialized are dentists, doctors, civil engineers, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, midwifes, secondary school teachers and accountants.
Have your visa together with your Australian degree
Australia, October 19, 2009 – Almost 500,000 foreign students and annual revenues of 15 billion Australian dollars ($12 billion) are having their visa application approved together with their respective Australian degrees. Report stated that in Sydney Australia’s the Coupling paper qualifications with green cards has helped turn higher education sector into an industry bigger than tourism.
Student Visas – Australia Suspends 200 Visa Agents
Australia, October 7, 2009 – Almost 200 immigration agents from lodging student visa applications has been suspended by the Australian Government. It is been said that the suspensions have been issued due to confirmation of fraud, or poor visa approval rates.
A beekeeper, not enough skills to earn visa
October 5, 2009 – Since having an apiarist work is not recognizable internationally, some workers that have been developed this skill are required to leave the country of Australia. . Jing Bang (Jim) Zou and his wife, Litang Fan, pioneered the production of propolis, a bee-created resin they say is a natural antibiotic and immune system booster. It is used in cosmetics, creams and ointments.
Australia immigration SmartGate more accurate than border officer
October 1, 2009 – SmartGate Australian’s high-tech express passport system is considered more accurate in most cases than a border protection officer says university professor.
Australian Visa Changes Cause Heartache
September 28, 2009 – Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship announced changes in its priority processing for skilled visas. The changes concerns is a reshuffle of priority visa processing, meaning that those who were previously quite high up in the priority order, now find themselves near the bottom of the queue. And the apparently sad news is not only affecting the new visa applicants but changes would also affect applications that were already being processed.
Irish people fleeing recession find safe haven in Australia
Sydney, September 23, 2009 – SYDNEY LETTER: Unemployment remains steady at under 6 per cent, less than half the rate in Ireland.
Online student visa: Australia suspends 200 agents
Australia, September 21, 2009 – Almost 200 agents operating in a number of countries from lodging student visa applications has been closed because of evidence of fraud or poor approval rates. In order to regain their access to the online system, agents will need to ‘show cause’ for their behaviour. Also, access arrangements are being revised to ensure that online agents meet high standards of performance.
Study, work opportunities in Australia made more accessible for Filipinos
September 14, 2009, MANILA, Philippines – An affordable, accessible and portable education pathway is available for Filipinos to study and be equipped to take advantage of work opportunities in Australia.
Temporary Work Visa Holders to Australia Must Receive Fair Wages
September 9, 2009 – Senator Chris Evan, minister for Immigration & Citizenship Australia has recently announced a changes that will certain that temporary skilled workers receive salaries and wages similar to their Australian counterparts.
Foreign workers to be paid at ‘market rates’ in Australia
Australia, September 7, 2009 – Foreign workers who are recently approved their working visa will have to be paid “market rates”under a further reduction of this that allows employers to bring in temporary skilled labour.
Australia Meets Refugee Commitments
Australia, September 3, 2009 – Australia’s immigration department has already met its annual target for accepting refugees. For 2008 and 2009, it has already granted 13,507 Australian visas to refugees. This is a little over the original target of 13,500.
Australia Lowers Visa Requirements for Athletes
Australia, September 2, 2009 – Changes to residency requirements for talented athletes were introduced yesterday lowering the required years for citizenship from four years down to two.
Australia to Open Six New Autism Centres
September 1, 2009 – The Australian Federal Government is allotting AUD$3.2 million to open the first of six new specialist centres for children with autism spectrum Disorder. A centre has recently been opened in Prospect, Adelaide as part of the government’s commitment to deliver up to 260 new early learning and care centres in Australia. The six centres are part of the Government’s $190 million Helping Children with Autism package.
Australia Gives Go Signal for $50 Billion LNG Project
Australia, August 27, 2009 – The AUD $50 billion Gorgon liquefied natural gas project just cleared its last major regulatory hurdle on Wednesday with the Australian environment ministry giving it the go signal.
Lowe’s to Enter Australia
Australia, August 26, 2009 – Lowe’s Cos. Inc is planning to form a joint venture with Woolworth’s Ltd for a network of home improvement stores in Australia. The Mooresville-based company will have one-third stake in the chain. The venture plans open the first store in late 2011 and would grow to 150 stores in the next five years. The new stores are set to measure more than 100,000 square feet and will sell a wide variety of do-it-yourself and commercial products and services.
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Australia to Share Biometrics Data with Canada and UK
Australia, August 25, 2009 – As part of the global push to enforce stricter border security and to eliminate identity fraud, Australia will be sharing fingerprints of immigration detainees with Britain and Canada.
Universities Calling for Stricter Student Visa Rules
Australia, August 20, 2009 – There has been growing concern that students who apply for visa are using this primarily as a pathway to permanent residence instead of prioritizing their educational needs. Universities Australia (UA) are calling for the Australian Government to implement stricter rules with regards to vocational training.
Government to Inject $7M for Indigenous Education
Western Australia, August 19, 2009 – Education Minister Julia Gillard announced today that the Federal Government will inject more than $7 million into education projects. The focus will be on the Kimberly region of Western Australia. The funding aims to close the gap between indigenous and non-indigenous student literacy and numeracy levels.
New Australian Immigration Advisory Board Appointed
Australia, August 18, 2009 – Following the establishment of the new Office of the MARA last July 1, the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, announced this week the appointment of an advisory board. The board is comprised of representatives form the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA), the Law Council of Australia, community and consumer advocates.
Decline in Temporary Overseas Workers Seen
Australia, August 13, 2009 – Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, recently released the State/Territory Summary Report for Subclass 457 Business (Long Stay) Visa for the financial year to June 2009. The report indicates that there has been a significant decline in the number of temporary skilled overseas workers entering Australia. The drop is attributed to the global economic slowdown and changes implemented by the government to ensure wages and working conditions are not undermined.
Green IT Training Courses Launched
Australia, August 12, 2009 – Environmentally conscious Australian business can now be better educated on Green IT. Excom Education announced plans of launching the industry’s first Green IT training courses.
South Australia Defies Trend of Youth Unemployment
South Australia, August 11, 2009 – The future looks bright for young local job seekers in South Australia. The Australian Bureau of Statistics recently released figures that state 8.4 percent of 15 to 19-year-olds in South Australia are looking for full-time work.
Hugh Jackman Top Choice for Australian Tourism Ads
Australia, August 6, 2009 – The Roy Morgan poll asked tourism representatives to pick the next poster boy for Australia’s tourism ads and the answer is: Hugh Jackman. During the poll, respondents were not prompted with a list of suggestions.
Malaysia-Australia to Enforce Stricter Measures Against Human Trafficking
Malaysia and Australia, August 5, 2009 – Malaysia and Australia have agreed to fight human trafficking to Australia using Malaysia as a transit country. Both countries will be holding working group meetings at the senior officer level.
Number of Chinese and Indian Tourists in Australia Expected to Rise
Australia, August 4, 2009 – According to projections form the Tourism Forecasting Committee, visitors from China and India will soar over the next decade. 900,000 tourists per year are expected to arrive from China in 2018, up from 356,000 last year.
New Home Sales in Australia Picking Up
Australia, July 30, 2009 – Sales of new homes in Australia continue to increase, continuing the positive trend for the first six months of the year.
Australia’s Health System Set for Biggest Reform in 25 Years
Australia, July 29, 2009 – The Australian Government has unveiled its proposal for a total revamp of the nation’s health system. The final report drawn up by the National Health and Hospitals Reform Commission was released yesterday.
AngloGold Considers Gold Mine Venture in Australia
Western Australia , July 28, 2009 – Africa’s largest gold producer, AngloGold Ashanti Ltd., is studying a $426 million (AUD $520 million) mine development in Western Australia. It plans to have a venture partnership with Independence Group NL.
Australia’s Uluru and Barrier Reef in the Running for New Seven Wonders
Australia, July 23, 2009 – The Great Barrier Reef and Uluru (also known as Ayers Rock) have been shortlisted as part of the seven natural wonders of the world. It is in competition with other world-renowned tourist attractions such as the Amazon and Mount Vesuvius.
Australia Plans Tougher Stance on Terrorism
Australia, July 22, 2009 – The Australian Government announced on Wednesday that it will be reviewing its counterterrorism laws. The new laws will give greater powers to police and intelligence agencies to stop fanatics from inciting violence based on race, religion or nationality.
Homeowners Taking Advantage of Low Interest Rates
Australia, July 21, 2009 – More homeowners are trying to take advantage of the record low housing interest rates. According to Aussie Home Loans, there is a spike in the number of borrowers looking to refinance their mortgage.
Harris Poll: Australia is Top Travel Destination
Australia, July 16, 2009 – The results of Harris Poll 2009’s survey for the Top 15 International Vacation Destination for Americans ranks Australia as the number one country. Assuming that cost is not a factor in the equation, the survey also shows that 96% of Americans would be willing to vacation outside the US.
World’s Longest Golf Course to Open in Australia
Australia, July 15, 2009 – Tourists and travelers will have something new to look forward to in the coming years. The world’s longest golf course is scheduled to open in Australia this year. The golf course will be 1,365 kilometres long (848 miles) spanning 18 tows and service stations.
Outsourcing Giant Expands Australian Staff
Australia, July 14, 2009 – Indian IT outsourcing giant Infosys plans to increase its workforce in Australia by 100 employees. The news came after the company was awarded the AUD $450 million application development and maintenance contract last week by telecom operator Telstra.
Melbourne Pushing for Concession Fares for International Students
Melbourne, July 9, 2009 – A new welcome booth is now available at the Melbourne Airport for international students. It was during its launch yesterday that Lord Mayor Robert Doyle pushed for concession fares for international students on the city’s trains, buses and trams.
Australian Campaign to Fight Poverty Launched
Australia, July 8, 2009 – Last night, a campaign urging global action on poverty was launched Melbourne. With over 1.4 billion people worldwide living on less than US$1 per day, the internal awarness campaign is expected to be taken on a world tour in a variety of languages. This project hopes to inspire governments commit to financial aid and the global audience in general to make a difference.
1.3M Workers to be affected by Minimum Wage Decision
Australia, July 7, 2009 -The minimum wage decision still pending with the Fair Pay Commission is expected to impact 1.3 million low-paid workers. ACTU is calling for an increase that lift workers’ pay from $14.31 an hour.
Government Launches Job Services Australia
Australia, July 2, 2009 – The Australian Government employment service Job Services Australia was launched July 1, 2009. It represents an investment of over $4.9 billion over the next three years. Designed as simpler, more personalised service, the project aims to meet the employment and recruitment requirements of both job seekers and employers.
10,000 Indonesian Refugees Headed to Australia
Australia, July 1, 2009 – Indonesian authorities warned that Australia is the most likely destination for 10,000 of its refugees. According to reports, about 1,500 asylum seekers from Malaysia recently arrived in Indonesia by boat this year. Said refugees are using Malaysia as a staging point before they seek passage to Australia via Indonesia.
Opera Australia has New Artistic Director
Australia, June 30, 2009 – Opera Australia has been assigned a new artistic director after a four-month international search. Lyndon Terracini, the CEO and artistic director of Major Brisbane Festivals, will take over the emptied position after the death of the controversial music director Richard Hicox last November.
Tourism Queensland Wins Cannes International Advertising Festival Awards
Queensland, June 29, 2009 – Despite a limited budge of $1.7 million, Tourism Queensland has outperformed even those $40 million budget. Thanks to it “The Best Job in the World” advertising campaign, a new record has been set at the Cannes International Advertising Festival. Tourism queensland took home three Grand Prixs for public relations, direct advertising and cyber websites.
Melbourne to Get Better Train System Operation
Melbourne, June 26, 2009 – The Brumby Government is promising more staff on stations, fewer cancelled trains and improved punctuality. The changes come as a new consortium has been appointed to manage and operate Melbourne’s train system for the next eight years.
Increase in Internet Job Ads Continue
Australia, June 24, 2009 – Australia’s labour market continues to improve as jobs advertised on the internet show an increase. The ANZ national job ad series monitors advertisements in both newspapers and the internet. For January, it has noted that internet advertising has increased by 1.8% to 276,969, seasonally-adjusted.
Sydney Town Square on Fast-track to Realization
Sydney, June 23, 2009 – The city of Sydney’s long-awaited town square may soon come to fruition. The Rees Government is pushing ahead with the CBD Metro project and is planning to purchase the buildings opposite Town Hall.
Melbourne Fast-Becoming Preferred Tourist Site
Melbourne, June 22, 2009 – While Sydney is still in the running as one of Australia’s top city for internationals visiting Australia, other Australian destinations are also increasingly being favored by visitors. In a recent global study on livability of 140 cities, Sydney came ninth. Melbourne, on the other hand, now ranks third.
Melbourne to Set for Urban Expansion
Melbourne, June 19, 2009 – Melbourne’s urban sprawl continues to grow and has now been given the go-ahead for another expansion. The urban are will be allowed to grow an additional 41,000 hectares. This would allow the city to accommodate 415,000 more people, exceeding Canberra’s current population.
Better Health Infrastructure to be Expected in NSW
Australia, June 17, 2009 – Health Minister John Della Bosca plans on injecting more than $603 million to health infrastructure this year. Of that amount, 10 percent is expected to go to IT projects. Della Bosca says that the delivery of major IT initiatives to enhance patient services is a Government priority for the next four years.
Government Stimulus Package to Help 80,000 Unemployed Australians
Australia, June 16, 2009 – Australia’s stimulus package is expected to put 80,000 long-term unemployed people back into the workforce over the next decade. The $52 billion stimulus pumped into the economy, raised economic growth by 2.75 percent in 2009-2010 and by 1.5 percent in 2010-2011. The budget is also projected to decrease the forecast jobless rate from 10 percent to 8.5 percent.
Swine Flu Closes Down Two More Schools
Australia, June 15, 2009 – Two more schools in West Australia will close on Monday with reports of students contracting swine flu. The state currently has 66 cases with 17 more awaiting test results.
Unemployment Rate Hits 5.7%
Australia, June 11, 2009 – Last month, job losses were pegged at an astounding 26,600 full-time losses. Companies are retrenching and shedding jobs as the economic downturn continues. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, this pushed the unemployment rate up to 5.7 percent from 5.4 percent in April.
Victorian Schools to Receive $1.4 Billion
Victoria, June 9, 2009 – Primary schools in Victoria are set to receive $1.4 billion for new libraries, halls and classrooms as part of the latest stimulus plan of the Government. Education Minister Julia Gillard says that 776 Victorian schools will benefit under the second round of funding for the primary schools.
Coalition: Student Plan Unfair
June 8, 2009 – The Coalition says that the student plan is unfair and will be proposing amendments to the Federal Government’s overhaul of student income support. With the proposal, people who took gap years would become eligible and will still qualify for payments.
Renters to be given a month’s grace from eviction
June 5, 2009 – Renters facing eviction in New South Wales will be give a “rent holiday.” They will have a month’s grace before they are evicted from their homes when banks repossess properties.
Melbourne Building Sector Job Losses Up
Melbourne , June 3, 2009 – Melbourne’s commercial construction industry is experiencing the effects of the downturn with job losses up by 2000 in the past year. According to the industry’s redundancy payment fund IncoLink, the employment in the sector dropped significantly from 39,109 a year earlier to 37,133 this April.
Aussie Jobs Safe despite GM Bankruptcy
Australia, June 2, 2009 – GM Holden Chief Executive Mark Reuss announced yesterday that the bankruptcy of parent company General Motors Corp. (GM) will not have a negative impact on Australian arm’s employees. He said that this is a positive opportunity to restructure and no job losses are planned for now.
Unions campaign to slash executive salaries
Australia, June 1, 2009 – The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) will launch a campaign to urge the Federal Government to restrict executive base pay at 10 times the average wage of their full-time employees.
ACTU Pushes for Unemployment Benefits Boost
Australia, May 29, 2009 – The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) is pushing for increased unemployment benefits in line with the big increase to the aged pension in last month’s federal budget.
US tech firm expands, ads jobs in Victoria
Victoria, May 28, 2009 – NetApp, a California-based data storage provider, is planning on expanding its Melbourne office. According to the company, this move will add “at least” 68 new jobs to Victoria’s information and communications technology sector.
Demand for Skilled Labour Decline
Australia, May 27, 2009 – Advertisement for skilled jobs dropped yet again in May. According to the index compiled by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR), skilled vacancies slid by 7 percent in may following and 8.9 percent decline in April. This marks the 18th consecutive month of decline in the index. The year-on-year drop is now pegged at 62.6 percent.
Unions Against Lift of Pension Eligibility
Australia, May 25, 2009 – Left-wing trade unions are not happy about Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s plan to lift the pension eligibility from 65 to 67.
Melbourne Airport hits record number of passengers for April
Melbourne, May 22, 2009 – Despite the dismal numbers of global travelers, Melbourne Airport seems to enjoy a steady influx of international and domestic passengers. In fact, it has hit a record high in April with 8.8 percent increase in international passengers and 1.8 percent increase in domestic passengers. This is the airport’s best passenger figures for any month in the past financial year. A total of 420,089 passengers travelled through the airport last month.
Victoria Teachers to be on Performance-based Pay
Victoria, May 21, 2009 – Good performance will paying off for teachers in Victoria. They are set to receive financial bonuses for raising the student’s results. This is part of the State Government’s move to inject performance-based pay into the education system before the next election.
National Security Jobs Cut Due to Budget
Australia, May 20, 2009 – dreds of government jobs have been cut due to the recent budget. Customs, border protection and federal courts are the most affected sector. According to Shadow Attorney-General George Brandis 475 jobs have been slashed across departments that service national security and justice.
Sydney Opera House Inspires French Architect
Sydney, May 19, 2009 – Roland Castro, one of France’s leading architects, has proposed a Sydney Opera House replica be built on the banks of the Seine to improve Paris’s outer suburbs. Castro is one of 10 artchitects commissioned by President Nicholas Sarkozy to come up with ideas to improve the capital.
More than 43,000 Skilled Workers Unemployed
Australia, May 18, 2009 – Even skilled workers are finding it hard to come by jobs these days. More than 43,000 skilled labourers are currently unemployed during the opening months of 2009. This is the worst jobless ratio since 2001.
Perisher Village Plan Given the Go Signal
May 15, 2009 – A plan for an 880-bed village to be built in the Snowy Mountains in NSW has just been approved. The government-approved deal would allow Perisher Blu ski resort to develop the $112 million site.
Brit Lands “World’s Best Job”
Queensland, May 14, 2009 – Ben Southall, a young British adventurer, was named as the winner of the “best job in the world” competition. The $150,000/year job entails working as a caretaker of Hamilton Island in the Withsundays.
$40 million Luxury Resort Planned in Hunter Valley
May 13, 2009 – Construction has started on a five-star luxury resort estimated to be worth $40 million. The destination spa and hotel will be built adjacent to The Vintage Golf Club at Rothbury.
Unemployment decreasing in the outer suburbs
Melbourne, May 11, 2009 – Despite earlier predictions that the recession will hit the outer suburbs the worst, the numbers have shown a decrease in unemployment. In fact, it is Melbourne’s affluent inner suburbs that seem to be suffering more with the rise in unemployment at the end of last year.
Telstra Appoints New Chief Executive
Australia, May 8, 2009 – David Thodey is slated to take the reigns as the Australian telecom group’s new chief executive. The internal candidate will be replacing Sol Trujillo who will be returning to his native US next month. Chairman Donald McGauchie is also stepping down and will be replaced by fellow board member Catherine Livingstone.
Aussie Hotels Storm Expedia Top 1000
Australia, May 7, 2009 – While the nation’s tourism industry is generally feeling the pinch of the global economic downturn, Australian hotels are still gaining international recognition. According to global online travel website Expedia.com.au, Australia’s hotels have quadrupled in presence in the site’s Top 1000 list over last year.
Rudd: Australia’s Debt will be Lowest in the World
Sydney, May 6, 2009 – Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is up for a challenge. He told reports in Sydney on Wednesday that “Australia’s net debt will be the lowest of any major advanced economy in the world for the next decade.” Rudd welcomes a debate on debt and deficit following revelations that the federal budget deficit for the next financial year will be around $70 billion.
Australia Falling Behind on Early Childhood Test
Australia, May 5, 2009 – Australia fails the early childhood test conducted by Save the Children. The country currently ranks third of last of the 25 test takers.
Melbourne experiences chilliest April in 56 years
Melbourne, April 30 – The cold has reached its peak in Melbourne. At 2.9 degrees Celsius at 6:35am, it is recorded as the chilliest April morning in the last 56 years.
Canberra Rail Trail Gets $13M Funding
Victoria, April 29 – Part of Victoria’s bushfire-affected area will be receiving funding from the $800 million community infrastructure stimulus. The Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail will be getting $13.2 million from the Federal Government.
Rise in Unemployment Results in More Home Loss
Victoria, April 28 – More people are losing their homes with the rise of job losses. Court figures in Victoria show a 30 percent rise in claims lodge in the first quarter of 2009, compared to the same period last year.
Government Funding Not Being Evaluated Properly
April 27 – The effectiveness of Government programs worth $1.2 billion in taxpayer money are not being properly checked. The amount has been spent on mental health, disability programs and child protection without the State Government assessing if they provide value for money.
Melbourne’s Population Set to Grow to 4 Million
Melbourne, April 24 – Pressure grows as the population in Melbourne continues to rise. The growth of the area is at a scale never before seen in Australia. It swelled by almost 150,000 people in the last two year.
Australian Inflation Rate Slows
Australia, April 22 – Australia’s annual inflation rate slowed in the first quarter during the country’s first recession in almost two decades. It is currently at its weakest pace in the last 18 months.
Rudd: Australia recession inevitable
Australia, April 21 – Last Monday, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd conceded for the first time that Australia is heading for a recession. He announced that it is inevitable given the current global downturn.
Credit Card Debt Reach Record Numbers
Australia, April 20 – Credit card debts are at their highest ever reaching a total of $45.5 billion. Bad news for the banks: Australians are making less repayments.
Victorian Child-care Centres to Close Next Month
Victoria, April 16 – ABC Learning Centres will be shutting down their operations next month, leaving almost 300 Victorian families no choice but to move their children elsewhere.
Brisbane’s Airport Expansion Deferred
Brisbane, April 15 – Expansions set for Brisbane airport have been put on hold as the tourism market plunges. Construction worth $700 million on domestic expansion and $1billion on a parallel runway were originally schedule for completion by 2015. But now, all plans have been pushed back by several years.
Schindler’s List Found in Australia
Australia, April 13 – Oskar Schindler was popularized by the 1993 biographical film by Steven Spielberg. It tells the story of a German businessman who saved the lives of 1,200 of Jews during the holocaust. It is based on the Thomas Keneally novel entitled Schindler’s Ark.
Government Unveils $43B Broadband Plan
Australia, April 8 – In a surprise move Tuesday, the Australian Government announced its plans to back a $43 billion national high speed broadband network investment. Rudd’s Labor Government said that it will set up a majority-owned private company to build the fiber-to-premise network..
Melbourne to Open First Stem Cell Bank
Australia, April 7 – Australia’s first dedicated stem cell bank is set to open in July in Melbourne. It is expected to start providing stem cells for medical and research purposes by the end of the year.
Australian Banks to Help Jobless with Mortgage
Australia, April 6 – Australia’s four biggest banks will give people who have lost their job up to a year free of mortgage repayments. Home loan sector leaders Commonwealth Bank of Australia, National Australia Bank, Westpac Banking Corp. and the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Ltd. will participate in the program.
Power lines Down Due to Wild Winds
Australia, April 2 – Gale-force winds have caused power outages in Brisbane’s southern and western suburbs this morning. The winds are a result of strong surface trough moving north coming from NWS. Moving at 80 kilometres an hour, it has already brought down power lines in Algester, Calamvale and Sunnybank.
Heavy Rains Cause Blackout
Australia, April1 – Sydney’s inner west area lost power at about 6:30am (AEDT) after being hit by heavy rains. Approximately 3,000 homes and businesses in Camperdown and Glebe experienced a power cutoff.
$7M Stimulus Cheques Still on Hold
Australia, March 31 – More than $7 million stimulus package cheques are being held after the High Court challenge puts the tax office into a holding pattern. Payments to 7.4 million Australians are due to be sent out April 6, but the High Court still has not made a decision on the challenge brought by law lecturer Bryan Pape.
Strike Causes Major Delays in Australian Airports
Terminals across Australia are experiencing major delays as Qantas employees go on strike. The situation is evident in domestic terminals in Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth as well as in international terminals in Sydney in Brisbane.
Housing Shortage in Sydney A Reality
Sydney, March 27 – Sydney is currently at its lowest housing construction rate in 50 years. According to the Daily Telegraph more homes are set to be built in Adelaide than in Sydney in 2009. Despite the population growth of Australia’s biggest city, reports show that only 7,300 new houses will be built this year. This number is alarmingly less than previous years, and is roughly only a third of the figure in 2003.
Credit Card Fraud up 50 percent
March 26 (The Age.com.au) – As the economic downturn continues, more unfortunate news unfolds. Credit card fraud on online, phone and mail transactions has increased by about 50 percent over last year, says the Reserve Bank.
Bankruptcy Up for Australian Middle Class
Australia, March 24-Bankruptcy cases have erupted to 12% in the past year, triple of last year’s numbers. According to a professor at the University of Melbourne, debt stress is consistently becoming a mainstream problem.
Rescuers Race to Save 80 Stranded Whales
Margaret River in Western Australia is a devastating scene as rescuers are battling to save a pod of 80 false killer whales and some bottlenose dolphins that have beached themselves. The frantic environment officers only have a few hours to save the 25 mammals that are still alive.
New Car Sales Drop as Recession Continues
According to the recently released figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australians are either abandoning their cars or opting for cheaper alternatives. Sales for new vehicles declined 3.5 percent in February down to 73, 190 units from 75, 879 in January.
Australians to Pay Travel Tax in UK
Australian travellers to the UK under an student or work visa may soon have to pay migrant tax. The Minister is expected to announce the details of the fee within the week.
Australia Cutting Back Skilled Migrant Entry
This year, the influx of skilled migrant will be significantly reduced with the recently announced cut backs. Over the next three months, 18,500 or 14 percent of the annual intake will be slashed to protect local jobs.
Australian Dollar Jump to Highest in One Month
With the US stocks posting the biggest three-day gain since November, the currency is following suit with an increase in value. The Australian Dollar is on its second straight weekly rise.
Unemployment Rate Climbs to 5.2%
The economic slump has deteriorated the employment situation in Australia . Unemployment rate is now at 5.2% after the biggest monthly drop in full-time jobs since 1991.