The Prime Minister’s announcement regarding the reopening of the international borders, this Wednesday (December 1), is a step in the right direction for the future of Australia and our economy, and will greatly impact existing visa holders, families who have been separated by the pandemic and organisations seeking to fill skills shortages. As Australia moves […]
READ MOREHow to stay compliant in the new world of immigration
The Australian labour market is characterised by significant levels of diversity and mobility, therefore as an employer you need to be mindful not only of the opportunities to employ a diverse workforce, but also the good management required to manage the legal risks associated. Compliance must remain a top priority. With our ageing population and […]
READ MORETop 5 future global employment trends: What’s the future of global employment?
The remote working model has given employees the opportunity to work from anywhere in the world and helped organisations “go global” almost instantly. However, while it has been beneficial for employees to work anywhere, anytime, global employment also presents great opportunities for companies looking to close skills gaps in their own workforces, and making them […]
READ MOREUpdate: Australia’s Business Investment and Innovation Program (BIIP)
THE POTENTIAL TO BOOST YOUR INVESTMENT RETURNS JUST GOT BIGGER WITH AUSTRALIA’S BUSINESS & INVESTMENT PROGRAM Earlier this year we pointed to big changes coming to the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) that can make it easier for investors looking for alternate residency as a return on their Australian business and investment interests. The Australian Government has made changes to the BIIP program on 1 July 2021 as part of a focus to attract […]
READ MOREReopening the international borders: What this means for your business
More than 18 months after Australia closed its borders due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our world is finally opening up again with Prime Minister Scott Morrison recently announcing a fast-tracked plan to “take our lives back” and reopen the international borders. However, the borders will only open for Australian citizens, permanent residents and their parents, […]
READ MOREWhy a Labour Agreement may be the answer to your staffing needs
The Labour Agreement is a fascinating topic in the world of immigration. As Australian businesses continue to experience fierce competition for global talent, they are exploring more bespoke, out-of-the-box solutions. Labour Agreements have grown in popularity to hire occupations not clearly defined in the ANZSCO occupation dictionary or listed on the Skilled Migration Occupation Lists, […]
READ MOREEmployers can access to global talent despite the critical skills shortage in Australia
Recent reports and our own TMA findings have shown a major skills shortage in Australia that could have detrimental effects on the country’s economic recovery. More than half-a-million skilled migrants have left Australia due to the COVID pandemic, and a lack of skilled migrants and low unemployment means there are major skills shortages in many […]
READ MOREFuture of work: The impact on immigration if companies move to remote work
As global teams become more remote and dispersed, the question on everyone’s lips is: What is the future of immigration? COVID-19 has disrupted workforces the world over, as companies moved quickly to have their teams work remotely as the pandemic spread and lockdowns began. While many companies still have employees working from home, other organisations […]
READ MOREOur TMA values: We pride ourselves on trust, integrity and “being WOW”
At TMA, people are at the heart of everything we do – and as a values-based company we pride ourselves on trust and integrity; from every customer we choose to work with, to every person we hire, to every decision we make as a business. As a purpose-driven company, we are here to achieve a […]
READ MORETMA launches in India with In-Country Director appointed to help companies bring talent to Australia & New Zealand
The Migration Agency has expanded to India and Yudhi Mapara has been appointed The Migration Agency’s new company director and will spearhead the opening of the firm’s new office, headquartered in Bangalore. Recognising the need for an in-country presence for The Migration Agency, Managing Director Sarah Thapa said the proposed trade agreement between Australia and […]
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