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Temporary humanitarian stay (Sc 449) for Iranians – 27 July 2026
The Department of Home Affairs guidance of **27 July 2026** explains when Iranian nationals in Australia may be offered a **temporary humanitarian stay (subclass 449)**. The visa is invitation-only, with strict criteria and a registration-of-interest form that does not count as a visa application.
Proving a Genuine Role in Employer Sponsorship – 27 July 2026
How do sponsors prove a **genuine role** for employer sponsored visas? Based on DHA content published 27 July 2026, this article explains how business fit, duties, evidence, labour market testing and salary all work together to support a nomination for key employer sponsored visas.
Tasmania PR Priority Attributes 2026-07-22 Guide
Tasmania can be a good PR option in 2026, but the 22 July 2026 Migration Tasmania update makes one thing clear: **priority attributes** in the Registration of Interest system matter more than just living or studying there for a few months.
Enhanced Visitor visa 600 PNG ‘Apply again’ option – 3 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, eligible Papua New Guinea citizens gain an enhanced **Visitor visa (600)** ‘Apply again’ option, as announced by the Department of Home Affairs on 3 July 2026. This article explains who is eligible, which streams are covered, and where to find official details.
Skilled visa income thresholds indexation – 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, Australian skilled visa income thresholds will rise by 3.8% under annual indexation. This article explains the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT), Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) and Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) changes announced on 1 July 2026, and who is affected.
ART migration review fees increase from 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, ART migration review fees increase, with the reviewable migration decision fee rising to AUD 3,727. Based on the 1 July 2026 update, this article explains how the new ART fees work, who is affected, and why the payment date now matters.
Australian Visa Changes from 1 July 2026: Fees & Thresholds
From **1 July 2026**, the Australian Government has increased visa application charges, raised income thresholds for employer-sponsored visas, updated Working Holiday rules, and lifted review and court fees. This article explains the key Australian visa changes from 1 July 2026 and who is affected.
Occupation Mobility Interactive Tool – July 2026 update
On **2 July 2026**, Jobs and Skills Australia released new data and an **Occupation Mobility Interactive Tool** mapping how Australians move between jobs. This article explains what the tool shows about occupation mobility clusters, gateway roles, and career pathways for migration agents, applicants, and education providers.
Australian Jobs Report 2026 labour market insights – 30 June 2026
The **Australian Jobs Report 2026** (published 30 June 2026) outlines how Australia’s labour market is evolving, the range of career pathways available, and why informed decisions about work, training and skills matter for workers, students, migration agents and education providers.
Partial VET completion outcomes – jobs and pay boost (26 June 2026)
Jobs and Skills Australia’s 26 June 2026 report on **partial VET completion** shows measurable gains in employment and income, especially for apprentices and trainees. The study of more than 900,000 VET students highlights job-relevant skills, income uplift and reduced income support reliance for partial completers.
CRISP Community Refugee Program Made Permanent – 18 June 2026
The **Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Program (CRISP)** will become a permanent part of Australia’s humanitarian approach from 1 July 2026, following a four‑year pilot. This 18 June 2026 DHA update confirms a community-led refugee settlement model built around volunteer Community Supporter Groups.
Skills-first tertiary education paper – 17 June 2026
On 17 June 2026, Jobs and Skills Australia released an occasional paper calling for a **skills-first tertiary education system**. It argues for stronger links between skills and qualifications, clearer recognition of prior learning, and better credit transfer across Australia’s tertiary sectors.