Category Archives: Migration

Western Australia and Federal Government Secure 10,000 Skilled Migration Places: What It Means for Employers

The Western Australia Government has reached an agreement with the federal government to secure 10,000 skilled migration places for 2024-25. This move aims to tackle critical skills shortages in the state’s economy and residential construction industries. The migration places will be divided between the State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) and a newly established WA Designated […]

Australia Unveils 2024-25 Immigration Plans: What You Need to Know

The Australian Government recently revealed its plans for immigration in the upcoming year. It highlighted key changes and allocations that will shape the landscape for skilled workers and families looking to make Australia their home. Our Key Takeaways Importing skills is a necessity – but the housing shortage must not be exacerbated . More places […]

Skills Shortage visa: The 3 big changes that matter for employers and employees

Australia is set to implement long-awaited changes to its skilled migration system which will see benefits many employers – especially regional employers. The new rules extend the range of jobs employers can sponsor for permanent residency. All skilled occupation lists, including the Regional Occupation List, will now have access to the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) […]

Skilled migrants to make up ¾ of new permanent residents

Nearly three quarters of permanent migration places will be set aside for skilled migrants during 2023-2024. Temporary skilled workers transitioning to a permanent skilled visa will make up a sizeable portion of them. Last year the number of places allocated for permanent migration was lifted to 195,000 places. This was to  help with the aftermath […]

ABMG partners with Diesel Mechanics DownUnder

The Australian Business Migration Groupis delighted to announce it is partnering with Diesel Mechanics DownUnder. Diesel Mechanics DownUnder sources qualified diesel mechanics from within Australia and overseas to help plug the existing skills shortage in Australia. Diesel Mechanics DownUnder is currently sourcing qualified candidates for a range of employers, including those from the agricultural, haulage, and mining […]