Migration Newsflash

Keep up-to-date with issues and developments in the immigration environment.

	10/05/2012
We outline important changes to the migration program commencing 1 July 2012 under the Immigration portfolio, as announced in the Federal Budget.

	9/03/2012
The changes conclude the government's review of the skilled migration program. The announced changes have been flagged to commence on 1 July 2012.

	1/12/2011
This Migration Newsflash summarises the Australian Government's plans to cut living-away-from-home ("LAFH") allowances and benefits.

	16/11/2011
Living Away From Home benefits provided as a reimbursement may now be considered a part of an expatriate's earnings, confirmed by DIAC.

	8/11/2011
Implications for employers when considering making 457 visa holders redundant or otherwise terminate their employment.

	4/11/2011
Summarises the new accreditation scheme that will allow companies to obtain approval for priority processing and a 6 year business sponsorship.

	5/10/2011
An overview of Enterprise Migration Agreements designed to address skill shortages in the resources sector.

	10/08/2011
This Migration Newsflash outlines the new sponsor accreditation scheme commencing November 2011.

	20/07/2011
This Migration Newsflash provides a summary of the changes to the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme to assist Perth businesses.

	12/05/2011
A brief summary of the important changes to migration announced by the Australian Government in the Federal Budget 2011-12.

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