Thanks all, I wanted to include him at the time I applied for my visa was he wasn't dependant on me as he had a student grant which paid for tuition and accomadation. But at the time he didn't want to come and live in Aus either. Unfortunately it's too late to do regional work as the WHV is up in December, which is annoying as they have live regional with us for 6 months prior to our move to Brisbane! But they didn't work at that point....he has realised (staying in Sydney atm) that he wants to stay, but a little late. On the bright note, he and his gf both have a degree and one of them is on the sol so if they are keen enough they can go through the visa process or get a sponsor. I have told them to start looking for a sponsor till they leave....at least it's a chance.
Thanks for all the great advice as always :hug: