Hi Cal,
Hubs and I have been waiting since April 2008. From newly wed to a family of 4 now. DIAC emailed in July 2012 saying that my occupation has been dropped from the SOL list and adviced me to consider other options such as state sponsored, employer sponsored or maybe try for skilled independent. We recently got news that QLD is sponsoring my occupation so hopefully this one will be a success. :biggrin: