Australia Announces 2013-14 Migration ProgramThe Australian government will continue to set 190,000 places for the migration program in 2013-14, the same level as the previous year, according to an announcement by Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Brendan O'Connor on 14 May 2013.  In addition, in response to the continuing high demand for visas under family stream from Australians, especially in the partner category, 700 places will be moved from the skilled stream to the family stream. "Skilled migration continues to make up more than two-thirds of the program because of its obvious benefits to our economy and society," said Minister O'Connor. "Targeted skilled migration enables Australia's economy to grow by addressing skills gaps and bottlenecks." In the announcement, Minister O'Connor highlighted that the government's top priority will always be jobs for Australians. Skilled migration will continue to be carefully targeted to ensure skilled migrants compliment but not replace the domestic labour force. "Our regional and state and territory skilled migration program categories are unchanged - we remain committed to helping regional economies and communities grow." "A regionally focused skilled migration program which targets the best and brightest combined with a family program that enables Australians to live with their close relatives and partners will continue to deliver for Australia," Minister O'Connor stated. |
Monday, May 27, 2013
AUSTRALIAN LURES MORE SKILLED PROFESSIONALS
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Australian employment rate rises in April 2013
The number of people in employment in Australia rose in April by over 50,000 people, surpassing all predictions.
Over 50,000 people found employment in Australia in April.
The rise meant that the unemployment rate stayed at a healthy 5.5% and, with almost 35,000 of the total number finding full time employment, forecasts a bright future for the Australian economy and labour market.
Official predictions were initially conservative due to an expected increase in the number of people looking for work, a prediction which, while true, with 65.3% of people looking for work, did little to dampen the positive rates.
"The labour force data continues to surprise, there is clearly a positive pulse in the Australian economy," said Michael Blythe, chief economist at Commonwealth Bank.
The decline in unemployment also spelled good news for the Australian Dollar, which pushed the exchange rate above US$1.02.
CommSec chief economist Craig James said the figures proved the Australian economy's resilience in the face of tough global financial times, but that there was still room for further improvement.
"Overall the job market is in good, but probably not great, shape," Mr James said.
"Still the jobless rate remains well below 6%, a level that it has held below for almost a decade. The last time the jobless rate remained below 6% for an extended period was in the 1970s.
Clearly this is a result to be celebrated.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Saturday, April 27, 2013
** New Zealand Job Search Visa - Limited Time Offer **
The Job Search visa will be valid for travel for six months from the date it is issued. Once you enter New Zealand, the Job Search visa will allow you to stay for nine months from the date you arrived. You will be able to travel and re-enter New Zealand during this time.
Requirements
You must:
* be aged between 20 and 35 years of age (inclusive)
* be outside New Zealand during the application process
* hold a recognized bachelors degree, higher qualification, or a recognized trade qualification with a minimum of two years of work experience in that trade.
* meet the English language requirements set out for principal applicants under the Skilled Migrant Category (IELTS level 6.5)
* have a minimum of NZ$4,200 available funds to meet your living costs while you are here not have been previously granted a Job Search visa.
You must also meet our health and character requirements.
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