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Australian migration gives priority to those with skills in demand
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As you'd expect, Australia bases its skilled migration policies on areas that the Australian workforce
currently lacks. Policies can also be influenced by what regions need what classes of skilled people. Basically, this kind of adjustment
has been central to Australian policy. Read what the government thinks now.
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New recipes for skilled occupations
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As the world economy changes gears, Australia's skilled workforce profile also undergoes modification.
Hairdressers and catering specialists are still needed, but the skilled migration emphasis may be shifted onto other trades and professions.
Where do you fit into the new priorities?
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ACT pips NSW in population growth
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Since the beginning of European settlement, Sydney and New South Wales have been the focus of growth and development.
Today, this is changing. Other states and cities are growing at a faster rate. Read how Canberra is attracting new 'settlers' from Australia and
around the world.
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| 4.7 billion boost to
Aussie economy |
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Australia was and is in a sound economic position, particularly when compared with home countries of many skilled
immigrants, like the UK, US and Europe. This preparedness enabled the federal government to design and implement infrastructure packages to guard
against the global slowdown.
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| Studying your way to Australia |
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Many international students come to Australia to pursue qualifications in a variety of universities and tertiary
institutions. One of the attractions is that many professional courses, if successfully pursued, entitle graduates to apply for permanent residency.
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How far can a migrant go?
Gail Kelly. Big Bank CEO. |
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It's a long way from South Africa to the top of Australia's banking sector. However, many South Africans are crossing
the Indian Ocean and establishing new careers in Australia. Gail Kelly moved from South African banking and worked her way upwards, to run Australia's
oldest and fourth biggest bank.
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| Relocating to Australia? First, make a list |
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Making the decision to move to Australia is clearly a huge move in anyone's life. It is exciting and full of promise.
However, such a major life change can go off the rails in many big and small ways. Careful, detailed planning is absolutely imperative.
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A town like Bairnsdale
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Bairnsdale is not your standard big city. But if you're looking for a country town handy to 60 miles of lakes,
90 miles of beach and within an easy drive of the Victorian High Country, then this easy-living town should be near the top of your list.
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Aussie Surprise of the Month
Ultrasound imaging
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Ever wonder how people determined the gender of their unborn children before ultrasound. Consult the stars?
Suspend an egg over the tummy and see which way it swings? Of course, it's academic now we have ultrasound ... thanks to yet another Aussie scientist
and his team.
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Aussie Survival Guide
Aussie English
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Learning English is one thing, but did you know that Australians have their own style of English?
In fact, you could come from an English speaking country, arrive on our sandy shores, and not understand everything that someone says to you.
This article will attempt to enlighten you about some of the intricacies of our native tongue!
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Aussie Recipe:
Summer pudding |
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Chilled, delicious and overflowing with berries and fruit. This is an ideal summer treat whether as an elegant finish to a celebratory feast or
a stand-alone dessert when you simply crave something succulent and delicious.
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| Living the Aussie dream |
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"Hi! I'd like to thank LIVE IN australia.com and all staff for their great service. I would recommend you to anyone who wants to immigrate to Australia. You made it so easy for me to do online and answered all of my questions, while keeping me up to date with all the forms and all the latest information from the government."
Graeme Simpson
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Aussie Word of the Month
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Bottler - an exceptional person or thing. Possibly derived from 'his blood's worth bottling' said of an excellent, helpful person
Aussie words in action:
You'll probably reckon your LIA advisor is an absolute bottler.
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| Living the Aussie dream |
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"When my husband and I decided to apply for a visa for me to come to Australia to live with him, we were so confused... We are pleased to announce that we have found a visa, which we submitted and has now been approved. I will now be moving to Australia to be with my husband in the New Year."
Tifany Vasquez
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| Reader Poll |
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Is Australia still your first choice when considering which country you would like to live?
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| What you said last month |
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Have you seen the new blockbuster movie
Australia starring Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman?
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Yes:  66%
No : 34%
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