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1 July 2026 Wage Rise: Work Visa Salary Compliance Guide
From 1 July 2026, Australia's minimum wage rises 4.75% to $26.44/hr. Work visa holders face compliance obligations tied to these thresholds. Here's what you need to check now.
University Peak Body Pushes Back on Student Visa Caps
Australia's university sector is pushing back hard against government restrictions on international students. The peak body says the damage to higher education is real and universities must speak up.
Australia Passports Act: State Sponsors of Terrorism
Australia has updated its Passports Act to address state sponsors of terrorism. If you hold or have held a passport from a listed country, your visa application may be affected.
Pacific Engagement Visa 2026–27 Ballot Now Open
The 2026–27 Pacific Engagement Visa ballot has officially opened. Pacific and Timorese nationals must register before the deadline to be selected. Find out the steps, eligibility rules, and what happens after the draw.
BPAY Suspended: Alternative Visa Fee Payment Options
BPAY is no longer available for visa fee payments in ImmiAccount. If you have a pending application or upcoming lodgement, you need to know your alternatives now.
189 Invitation Round Update: 10,000 Invitations Issued in June
The next subclass 189 round is expected to be held by 30 September 2026, but the invitation size and occupation mix are not guaranteed.
New Salary Threshold from 1 July 2026: What Sponsored Visa Employers Need to Know
From 1 July 2026, key changes to minimum wage, superannuation, and leave entitlements take effect in Australia. Employers sponsoring visa holders must comply or risk losing their sponsorship status.
CSP Restructure: Impact on Parent & Humanitarian Visas
The Community Support Program is being restructured under MIA Notice 65. This change may affect how places are allocated across parent and humanitarian visa categories. Here is what you need to know.
