The Australian Subclass 457 Work Visa is designed to enable Australian and overseas employers to sponsor an immigrant worker to gain entry into Australia and work as a skilled employee for up to 4 years. The visa also allows the visa holder’s family members to relocate to Australia and work or study during their stay....Read More
The 187 visa –also known as the RSMS visa – is designed for skilled workers who wish to work in regional Australia. It also grants holders permanent residence. Under the 187 visa you can work in Australia under one of three streams: TEMPORARY RESIDENT TRANSITION STREAM As a 457 visa holder who has worked for...Read More
Young people are feeling more and more pressurised to buy private insurance cover once they turn 31, but does it make financial sense? The answer according to Australia’s leading consumer advocacy group Choice is a big no. They believe the move could impact negatively on their financial well-being. After looking at insurance data dating back...Read More
In Australia, buying at auction is one of the most traditional ways of purchasing a home. But the method is fraught with many pitfalls, and if you’re not careful, you can end up making a costly mistake. Auctions make light work of identifying a suitable home and can simplify a long and tedious house hunting...Read More
PUNJABI TOPS ALL OTHER INDIAN SUBCONTINENTAL LANGUAGES IN 3 AUSTRALIAN STATES
The most recent census figures make for interesting reading, especially if you are of Punjabi descent. Punjabi emerged as the most spoken language among Indian/ South Asian speakers in 3 states in Australia, namely Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. The language also came a close second in the state of South Australia....Read More
What attracts India to Australia so much? The answer lies in India’s development goals. The subcontinent’s GDP is set to grow from $US7 trillion to $38 trillion by 2040, and Australia is uniquely positioned to cater to its economic needs. The fact that Australia is a ‘benchmark’ for mining industry practices has seen many Indian...Read More
Australia’s first national survey of renters shows that many tenants fear eviction, having their rent increased, or being blacklisted from renting residential property in future, a situation which leaves them too scared to request for basic maintenance services from their landlords. The survey, a joint effort by Choice, National Shelter and the National Association of...Read More
Contrary to what some people believe it is mandatory to file your tax returns even if income tax is remitted on your behalf by your employer. There are those who are exempted from lodging returns. Filing returns are necessary because you may have another source of income apart you need to declare. Besides, filing your...Read More
If you keep losing internet connection or find the speed unsatisfactory, then you’re in good company. CHOICE’s latest internet service provider satisfaction survey of 2017 shows that 62% of Aussies in the last half of the year have experienced problems with their internet with speed and reliability being the main impediments. Not even NBN users...Read More
WORLD PEACE STATUE ON SHOW IN MELBOURNE
World peace may be an elusive goal, but Tibetan monk Lama Khentrul Rinpoche hasn’t given up. He has commissioned a $100,000 tantric statue in the hope it will inspire people to seek world peace. The figure is set to be unveiled in Melbourne as part of a series of events meant to introduce the public...Read More