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What is this Temporary Graduate Visa in Australia?
2026-01-13 19:49:11Australia’s Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) helps employers recruit international graduates who have completed their studies in Australia. This visa allows qualified graduates to live, work and remain in Australia temporarily after completing their course without the need for employer sponsorship. It includes different streams depending on the type of qualification the graduate has completed. The Temporary Graduate Visa allows businesses to access skilled and job-ready graduates to fill skills shortages in many industries. Graduates can work full-time in any occupation and in any sector, and in some cases they can stay for 1.5 to several years depending on their level of qualification. Some Streams allow for a stay of up to 2-4 years after graduation. This visa can also include family members such as partners or children in the application. Employers also benefit as they can increase workforce diversity and innovation with talented graduates bringing new ideas and recent qualifications. For international students, this visa also offers an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in Australia and plan their next career or migration move.
A major advertising campaign for foreign students in Australia
2026-01-13 04:45:19Australia’s education leaders are developing a new plan to highlight why international students are important to the country’s schools, universities and economy. The move comes after some political voices criticised high immigration levels and questioned the number of students coming from overseas. Experts say it is time to show how much international students contribute to the country. Phil Honeywood, chief executive of the International Education Association of Australia, said international education was a top industry in several states including Victoria and South Australia and a major economic contributor in places such as New South Wales and Queensland. The campaign would help combat negative or misleading perceptions surrounding international students. Data shows that Australia still hosts more than 830,000 international students, but new enrollments fell slightly last year due to high visa fees and stricter working hours rules for students. More than half of these students come from countries such as China, India, Nepal, Vietnam and the Philippines. Despite short-term declines, international education continues to be one of Australia’s largest services exports, contributing billions of dollars to the economy and supporting jobs across cities and regions. Experts say that many international students – more than 70% – return home after graduating, helping to build long-term relationships with Australia and strengthen global ties. The campaign is expected to include advertising, public messaging and publicity to help Australians better understand the value of international students and the role they play in education, culture and the national economy.
A change in the method of transfer of vehicle ownership
2026-01-12 22:57:00The Department of Motor Transport says that the Tax Payer Identification Number (TIN) has been made mandatory when transferring the ownership of vehicles. Its Commissioner General Mr. Kamal Amarasinghe stated that this new rule has been implemented since January 05. Until now, TIN number was mandatory only for new vehicle registration, and from 2026, TIN number has also been made mandatory for changing the ownership of registered vehicles. Accordingly, motorcycles Hand tractors Tractor Three wheelers Except, it is mandatory to enter the National Identification Number (NIC) and TIN number of the new owner in the Motor Transport Department's data system during registration and transfer of ownership of all other motor vehicles. The Motor Transport Department further stated that although this law was planned to be implemented two years ago, it had to be postponed several times due to various reasons.