Australia immigration - is it 4 u ?

DIAC - 3 year Plan

2009-06-03T22:39:00.003+10:00

DIAC has now announced a new 3 year plan, which you will very much enjoy reviewing and checking on the latest updates and criteria.

Click on the link above to access the overview.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration & Recruitment

Kind regards
Chrishttp://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Australia's Population

2009-04-30T20:10:00.003+10:00

A recent article about the growing population boom being felt and continued to be felt for a while to come yet !

Click on the link above to access the overview.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration & Recruitment

Kind regards

Chris
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

457 Visas

2009-03-31T21:07:00.012+10:00

Hi All

An update for you on the state of skilled visa entry into Australia.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration & Recruitment

Kind regards

Chris

http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

DYK ?

2009-02-28T22:37:00.007+10:00

Hi All

Last year has seen Australia’s population grow at its fastest pace since 1989.
The country’s population reached 21.4 million in 30 June 2008, an increase of 1.7% or 359,000 people in one year.

Immigration (arrivals minus departures) contributed 213,500 people (or 59% of growth) and natural increase (births minus deaths) contributed 145,500 (41%) to the rise in numbers, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Surprisingly, New South Wales, Australia’s most populous state, experienced lower growth than any other state except Tasmania.

Western Australia continues to record the fastest population growth (2.7%), followed by Queensland and the Northern Territory (2.3%), Victoria (1.8%), the Australian Capital Territory (1.3%), South Australia and New South Wales (1.1%) and Tasmania (1.0%) for the year ended June 2008.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration & Recruitment

Kind regards
Chris
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Migrants to keep on coming

2009-01-31T20:08:00.013+10:00

Hi All

Just a few snippet to keep you posted on developments and the need Australia still has for sklilled and professional people.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.
Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration & Recruitment

Kind regards
Chris
www.oz-migration.com.au

Seasons Greetings

2008-12-16T21:34:00.001+10:00

Hi All

Seasons Greetings and thank you for stopping by over the year. Here's to a Happy & Safe New Year.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.

Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration & Recruitment

Kind regards

Chris

www.oz-migration.com.au

Global Carnage Update

2008-11-30T21:49:00.006+10:00

Hi All

In the news, Australia has been tipped as one of only a handful of countries that will avoid slipping into recession or only in a minor way. The Organisation of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has predicted growth will weaken from 2.5% to 1.7% in 2009 before growing again to 2.75% in 2010.

This bucks the trend of the richest economies in the world that are predicted to shrink by a collective 0.4 percent next year. The French think tank estimates the US economy will contract by 0.9 per cent, Britain's by 1.1 per cent, and Europe's by 0.6 per cent.

The OECD also anticipate that unemployment levels will rise to 6% by 2010 however we suggest you should focus on the positive side of this unemployment number. Mainly, for 94% of the population nothing will change - accept loans will be cheaper, petrol will be cheaper, property investment will be more affordable and shares will be at bargain basement levels.

In Australia, as confidence returns the next 12 - 18 months will offer many opportunities for people who are looking in the right places.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.
Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration
Kind regards

Chris

http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

DIAC Strategic Plan 2008 - 11

2008-10-27T07:56:00.003+10:00

Hi All

For those that like to know what's in stall for the future I have added the above link that will take you to the Australian Government's Immigration Department and their recently released 3 year strategic plan - enjoy !

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.

Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration

Kind regards
Chris
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

What's New

2008-08-31T22:19:00.003+10:00

Hi All

Just to bring to you the latest and greatest here is the following DIAC link, as ever enjoy.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.

Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration

Kind regards

Chris

http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

News Updates

2008-06-30T21:26:00.002+10:00

Hi All

Found a recent and very informative update of the Australian Government's vision of immigration and people strategy for the future - click the link above.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration

Kind regards
Chris
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Updates

2008-05-31T17:01:00.003+10:00

Hi All

Some updates for you to review.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration

Kind regards

Chris

http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

You Tube

2008-03-31T22:20:00.004+10:00

Hi

We now have a 'face' on You Tube and will develop this communications tool as well, so please stop by and post your comments and suggestions : click the link above

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast (online) each Sunday.

Use the link and Search for : Australian Immigration

Kind regards
Chris
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Video Presentation of the Desktop Service

2008-02-25T19:33:00.007+10:00

We have just completed this audio visual video that gives a fuller explanation of the services that Oz Migration offers and the trust and confidence you can have in using the service.

By clicking the link above (title) you will be taken directly to the website and the video will start once downloaded.

Let us know your thoughts - bye for now !

Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, each Sunday. Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home
Kind regards
Chris
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Welcome 2008

2008-01-28T19:16:00.000+10:00

Welcome into 2008 and we trust that you had a fun and safe festive season. I thought I would start 2008 with some basics and perhaps catch up or informative reading opportunities.

By clicking the link above will take you to the government immigration site where the latest, research, publications and statistics can be viewed.

Until next time

Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, each Sunday. Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home

Kind regards

Chris

http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

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Merry Christmas, Safe & Happy New Year

2007-12-21T21:53:00.001+10:00

To one and all

We hope you have the best Christmas yet and may 2008 be better than 2007, enjoy be Merry, Happy and Safe !

Until next time

Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, each Sunday. Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home

Kind regards
Chris
http://www.e-ra.biz/
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Change of Government & Direction

2007-11-26T17:10:00.000+10:00

Hi All

Well its now official as of 24.11.07 Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) was beaten by the Australian Labour Party (ALP) and so a new dawn of change and direction begins within Australia.

For the next three years Australia is 'captained' and manned by a new team if you click the title link above this will take you to a brief overview of the outgoing and incoming (Elect) PMs- watch this space.

Until next time

Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, each Sunday. Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home

Kind regards

Chris
http://www.e-ra.biz/
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Statistics

2007-10-29T13:59:00.001+10:00

Hi

For those of you who like lots of statistics then the by clicking the title link above, will set you on course for 'statistic heaven'. This section of the DIAC site has an endless and ongoing update of the latest information in various forms.

In addition to the various metrics, there are also Publications and copious amounts of Research results on migration and immigration pertinent to Australia.

Until next time

Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, each Sunday. Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home

Kind regards

Chris
http://www.e-ra.biz/
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Media Centre

2007-09-08T18:17:00.000+10:00

Hi All

We thought you would like to stay right up to date with the latest information "right from the horses mouth".
By clicking the title link above, will take you to the Australian Governments' Media Centre, for all Immigration matters as soon as their released - now that's fast !
Until next time
Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, each Sunday. Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home
Kind regards

Chris
http://www.e-ra.biz/
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

MODL Change

2007-08-22T18:57:00.001+10:00

Hi All

Just to update you that for those considering the move to Australia the new Migration Occupation Demand List (MODL) is now available for review by clicking the link above.

Until next time

Or come and join us at the next Skypecast, which has now moved to Sunday to be more flexible and available around the globe.

Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home

Kind regards

Chris
http://www.e-ra.biz/
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/

Australian Citizenship 2007

2007-07-30T16:55:00.000+10:00

This post we have some up to date information on changes to the citizenship requirements and formalities associated with applying - click the title above.

Until next time or come and join us at the next Skypecast, which has now moved to Saturday's to be more flexible and available around the globe.
Use the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home
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Chris

Changes to General Skilled Migration (GSM)

2007-06-30T19:34:00.000+10:00

Hi All

Below is a summary of the changes to the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program which will be introduced on 1 September 2007.
English Language Ability
Applicants who hold a passport from the UK, Canada, New Zealand, USA and the Republic of Ireland will be exempt from sitting an IELTS test but the points for this factor will be reduced from 20 to 15. The number of points will, however, be increased to 25 for applicants who choose to sit an IELTS test and who score a minimum of 7 for each of the four components for Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The test certificate is valid for a period of 24 months immediately before an application is lodged with DIAC.
Migration Occupations Demand List (MODL)
Applicants whose nominated occupation is on the Migration Occupations Demand List will be awarded 20 points (with a job offer) or 15 points (without a job offer) providing they have worked in their nominated occupation or closely related occupation for a minimum of 20 hours paid employment for 1 year out of the 4 years immediately prior to lodgement of their application.
Recent Work Experience
The threshold criteria have been changed to having worked for a minimum of 20 hours paid employment per week for at least 1 year in the 2 years immediately before lodgement with DIAC for any occupation nominated from the Skilled Occupations List.
Specific Work Experience
The criteria for the award of these points has not changed with the exception of recognising applicants whose nominated occupation, for example, is Accountant (60 points) and whose Specific Work Experience is Internal Auditor (50 points) as being eligible to claim 10 bonus points as the occupations are closely related.
Australian Work Experience
Applicants who have completed at least 12 months skilled work experience in Australia in their nominated occupation or a closely related occupation will be awarded 10 points.
Pass mark
The pass mark for the Skilled Independent category will remain at 120 but the pool entry mark will increase to 100.
The pass mark for the Skilled Australian Sponsored category will be reduced from 110 to 100 points but the 15 points awarded for sponsorship will be abolished.
Bonus Points
The 5 bonus points awarded for capital investment of A$100,000.00 is to be abolished.
Assurance of Support (AOS)
The AOS is to be discontinued for GSM applicants and will also apply to applicants whose cases have not been finalised before 1 January 2008.
Interdependent Relationships
Interdependent relationships are to be recognised for GSM applicants who have demonstrated a committed and ongoing relationship.
Sydney and Selected Areas Skill Shortage List
The Sydney and Selected Areas Skill Shortage list will be abolished.
Skilled – Regional Sponsored (formerly Skilled Independent Regional)
The pass mark will be reduced to 100 with 10 points being awarded by the participating State or Territory.
Visa holders will also no longer need to be sponsored by a State, Territory or employer in Australia provided they can demonstrate that they have fulfilled the conditions of their visa in respect of living and working in regional Australia.
Skilled – Regional Sponsored (formerly Skilled Designated Area Sponsored)This category will be points tested (pass mark 100) with 25 points awarded for sponsorship from the relative residing in the designated area
Chris
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Desktop Service - Auction on E Bay

2007-04-29T19:36:00.001+10:00

We continue to break new ground in auctioning our great value Desktop Service (Australia Immigration Assistance) on E bay - interested then follow the link above.

E bay number : 110121080555

Until next time

Or join us at our next weekly Skypecast Forum, using the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration

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Chris
http://www.oz-migration.com.au/
http://www.e-ra.biz/

Australia Migration Service - Auction (E Bay)

2007-03-26T17:29:00.000+10:00

Hi

We have broken new ground in auctioning our great value Desktop Service (Australia Immigration Assistance) on E bay - interested then follow the link above.

E bay number : 150105733720

Until next time

Or join us at our next weekly Skypecast Forum, using the following link and Search for : Australia Immigration https://skypecasts.skype.com/skypecasts/home

Chris

www.oz-migration.com.au

White Papers - DIAC

2007-03-20T11:01:00.000+10:00

Found some of the latest White Papers produced by DIAC which you can dissect an array of information from as to who's coming from where and why and who is leaving and why - all helpful statistics in helping you make your decisions, hope this helps.

Click the Title above will take you to the information

Until next time

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Chris

DIMA name change

2007-03-20T10:48:00.000+10:00

Hi FYI

Just to let you know that the former DIMA has now changed to DIAC which stands for :

Department Immigration And Citizenship (DIAC) to further strengthen the message of the desired outcome : Citizenship.

http://www.immi.gov.au/about/index.htm

Until next time

Chris