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Hey Sam, read back this thread from the beginning, you'll find useful information regarding cost of living in the NT. Cost of Living in Darwin, Australia. Prices in Darwin. Updated Sep 2014 http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/city_result.jsp?country=Australia&city=Darwin via @Numbeo Best wishes with your application...

No I did not ask for an explanation, and wasn't planning to. They made it clear my file is closed and that's it. What I understand from this rejection is their research shows that I can't get a job in the NT in my nominated occupation. So it's for the best. I'll wait for another state to open up )) Yes the bank statement should be certified by a commissioner of oaths in addition to the stamp/seal of your bank.

4.1... You should nominate any of the towns in the NT e.g Darwin, Alice Springs etc. It's probably logical to go for the place most of your job adverts are located. One town is enough. But you can narrow it down to a particular area under COMMUNITY AREA such as Palmerston (a satellite town of Darwin), but be prepared to give a good reason for choosing this. For your evidence of employability, between 5-8 job adverts is enough. Make sure the LOCATION and DATE is clearly shown. The more recent the better. I hope this helps. Best wishes...

Hey you can't lose motivation now, you're almost there so keep going. Even now I'm still motivated KEEP GOING... Best wishes with your application.

Thanks a lot dude. God bless. I won't give up.

Hi guys, I finally got a verdict on my SS application. NT Government SS was denied. Their only reason was: "Your skills and experience related to your nominated occupation are not in line with NT employer’s needs." This is really shocking! Has anyone else got a response like this? Please share. And good luck to the guys waiting for their SS...

Hi Saravan, I finally got a verdict on my SS application. NT Government SS was denied. Their only reason was "Your skills and experience related to your nominated occupation are not in line with NT employer’s needs." This is shocking! Well I guess with that comment I'm done now with the NT... Just thought I should share. You still got a chance with the reasons they gave you so best wishes mate...

My acknowledgement email came after 7 days. So I am counting the three weeks from then. I plan to email them this week if I don't get my invite. You should get your acknowledgement email within two weeks of applying. Good luck.

Did you get acknowledgement email yet? Good luck man...

Don't worry, they will respond within the week. NT migration department are quite fast like that. You can ask them all your questions, anything not clear, they will clarify for you. Regards...

Hi @sana, the email is correct. Have you tried to resend?

My nominated occupation is Architectural Draftsperson 312111. I applied for NT SS on 31 July.

Thanks for the wishes... From what you wrote, I gather you have a positive assessment and you're claiming points for employment to compensate for IELTS. If you get assessed for Mechanical Engineer, this occupation will lead you to only VIC (Melbourne) as the only other state sending invites for this occupation presently is NT. And you will also need to rewrite IELTS like you mentioned. I also don't expect any states to revise their lists and include my occupation. I'd rather make do with what's available RIGHT NOW! So decide wisely what's best for you. Best wishes.

Sorry to hear about this. I myself recently applied for NT SS and I didn't mention any ties to the NT in my application. Still very hopeful anyway... Here's what you can do... Try contacting potential employers in the NT via email. You can ask about the employment situation in your occupation/industry. Be professional, ask only what's related to your employability. Hopefully you will get a couple of positive responses. Who knows you may even get a job offer. Then include your email correspondence in your application as an attachment. This should make the NT people know your seriousness and hopefully get you a grant. Generally speaking, work on all aspects of your NT SS application especially the commitment statement. I'd also get more job adverts that makes a stronger case for my employability. Good luck next time. NB: which occupation do you want to assess for again?

Hi @sana, I have recently applied for NT SS and from what I've read, you need to take the application seriously even though the NT is mostly regarded as regional area. So take your application seriously especially the commitment statement. Those that have been rejected probably didn't. Most times NT will bump applicants from 190 to 489 rather than outright rejection. NT department of business told me I can use a sponsor's account, but they should be close family members (parents or siblings) and it should be in withrawable cash NOT assets. In addition, your sponsor(s) will write a signed letter stating their commitment to support you financially. What I have done regarding contacts is directly contacting employers in the NT via email. I was able to get a couple of responses. So you can include this email correspondence in your application as a separate attachment to proof you have made contact with people. I guess the most important advice is to take your application seriously and do everything diligently. Good luck...