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Policy Updates
19 articles
‘On the papers’ ART reviews starting soon – 14 May 2026
A proclamation registered on 14 May 2026 sets the commencement date for changes to the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) that will require the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) to decide some reviews ‘on the papers’. This article explains what ‘on the papers’ ART reviews mean from the limited data available.
Counter-Terrorism Coordinator role – update 14 May 2026
On 14 May 2026, the Australian Government confirmed the appointment of a dedicated, full-time Counter-Terrorism Coordinator. This article explains the new **Counter-Terrorism Coordinator** role, its mandate, and how national coordination on terrorism and violent extremism links back to migration, security policy and community engagement.
Australia Budget 2026 for Migrants – Key PR & Visa Signals (13 May 2026)
Australia’s 2026–27 Federal Budget (published 13 May 2026) keeps permanent migration at 185,000 places and confirms a strong onshore and skilled focus. This article unpacks what the **Australia Budget 2026 for migrants** means for PR planning, students, graduate visas and skilled migration strategy.
Federal Budget 2026–27 Migration Changes – 12 May 2026
The **Federal Budget 2026–27 migration changes** announced on 12 May 2026 keep the permanent Migration Program at 185,000 places while funding skills recognition, tightening protection visa use, reforming Working Holiday visas and extending migrant worker protections. This summary explains what changed and who is affected.
Skilled Partner Points & SC 190 Status Changes – 8 May 2026
Skilled partner points for Subclass 190 visas can’t usually replace ‘single applicant’ points after invitation. This 8 May 2026 update explains how marital status changes affect the points test, skilled partner criteria and refusals under regulation 190.212 for skilled nominated visa applicants.
Queensland subclass 858 innovative investor pathway – 30 Apr 2026
Queensland’s **subclass 858** innovative investor pathway, outlined in government material dated 30 April 2026, targets actively involved innovative investors, founders and global talent. This article explains the permanent visa framework, Queensland’s role, the AUD 5 million threshold and which sectors and investment structures align with the published settings.
Australia PR Pathways Selector Guide – 27 April 2026
This 27 April 2026 guide explains the **Australia PR pathways selector** using only Department of Home Affairs data. It breaks permanent residence strategy into five factors: occupation, sponsorship, state, partner and points, so agents, applicants and educators can see how each decision reshapes skilled and family visa options.