Month: August 2026

Ministerial Direction 119 Explained: What It Means for Construction & Healthcare Employers

07/08/2026

Direction 119 changed how skilled visas are prioritised from 25 July 2026. We explain the new order, the visas affected, and why the offshore gap matters for housing and health.

Visa Application Charges Rise Sharply from 1 July 2026

01/07/2026

What applicants need to know – and –  employer costs have not changed From 1 July 2026, the Department of …

How to Prepare for an Australian Immigration Monitoring Exercise

26/06/2026

    Australian employer sponsors carry real, ongoing responsibilities when they sponsor overseas workers. The Department of Home Affairs runs …

What the 1 July Salary Changes Mean for Employers Sponsoring Overseas Workers

20/06/2026

    From 1 July 2026, the minimum salary thresholds for employer-sponsored visas are increasing. If you have staff on …

Why Hospitality Employers Need a Smart Sponsorship Strategy in 2026

27/05/2026

    Australia’s hospitality industry is navigating one of the toughest labour markets in living memory. From inner-city restaurants to …

Visa Solutions for Newborns: What You Need to Know

12/05/2025

  Discover the essential steps for ensuring your newborn gets the correct visa status, even if you forgot to inform …

Navigating the Wait: Understanding Delays in Partner Visa Bridging Visa Grants

09/05/2025

    The Department of Home Affairs is currently experiencing significant delays in the processing of bridging visas associated with …

Australia’s New Skills in Demand Visa

12/11/2024

    Australia is set to transform its temporary skilled migration landscape with the introduction of the Skills in Demand …

Sponsorship Compliance in Australia: Protecting Your Business and Your Sponsored Employees

08/11/2024

    Navigating Australian sponsorship obligations can be complex. As an immigration lawyers specialising in Australian immigration law, we understand …

Essential Guide: Writing Powerful Character References for Visas

06/06/2024

A Guide to Writing Effective Character References for Visa Applications Many of our clients are asked by the Department of …

Stay Ahead with the Latest Immigration Updates

03/06/2024

    I can’t believe it’s June already!   I am delighted to include the link to the AHWC June …

Master the Art of Partner Visa Statements with Our Exclusive Guide!

19/03/2024

  As an immigration lawyer with years of expertise in navigating the complex terrain of Australian Partner Visa applications, I’ve …

Streamlining Your Partner Visa Application: The Role of Relationship Registration

12/02/2024

  For individuals seeking to secure a Partner Visa in Australia, navigating the regulatory requirements is a critical step. A …

Navigating the End of Subclass 408 COVID Visas: A Guide for Employers

04/02/2024

  The Australian government’s decision to cease the COVID-19 Pandemic event visa under Subclass 408, effective from 1 February 2024, …

Navigating Love Down Under: Why Enlisting an Immigration Lawyer is Your Best Bet for an Australian Partner Visa Application

30/01/2024

    Love knows no boundaries, but Australian immigration policies do. When it comes to uniting with your significant other …