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1 minute ago, Tootsie said:

Hello

I lived there for five years.

It is pretty isolated in terms of driving elsewhere

But the town is nice enough, well spaced out, pretty good shops, coffee shops, bars, etc....and the river area is lovely in terms of boating, swimming, fishing or camping in the area.

Wentworthville is a lovely little town nearby,  and there is a fantastic winery at Robinvale that has some amazing wines. But there are certainly some surrounding areas that need to be avoided like the plague.

Hot summers were fine for me, as I love the heat. Never remember it being unbearable.

It could get cold in winter especially at night, but still manageable with a heater (I find it a lot colder in Sydney)

Lots of fruit picking and hospitality type jobs.

However, many jobs are got on who you know, rather than what you know.

Wages are not particularly high, but neither are house prices (both rentals and buying are still affordable), so each balance each other.

99.99% of the people who live there think it is God's own country and the most amazing town in the universe.

Maybe take a holiday there and check it out

 

 

 

 

Best place to rent either in town or nearby? Have a dog.

5 minutes ago, Marisawright said:

But your student visa will be over anyway won’t it?

1 minute ago, Raul Senise said:

Due to your imminent visa expiry and very tight timelines, you should be working closely with your Agent to resolve these issues.

I don't think that trying to obtain solutions on a public forum, based on very minimal information is advisable.

Thanks Raul. I agree but am not in touch directly with the company agent it is very frustrating as have very little information. Would you be available for a consultation?

1 minute ago, MaggieMay24 said:

Then you can hope they've been using the 28 days to get everything else in order to lodge the nomination right away.  It'll still be a narrow squeeze but maybe the timing will work out.  If it was me, I'd still organise a plan B just in case I needed it.

Thanks. Am working on it. Does anyone know if I can lodge a 600 visitor visa the day before my visa expires? It is complicated by fact hubby is on my student visa and he will depart on 29th when visa up. Am afraid if my visitor visa granted it will cancel the student one leaving him in trouble. 

3 minutes ago, Raul Senise said:

For most 482 applications, the sponsoring company needs to advertise the role for at least 28 days before any application can be lodged. If this was not already attended to, you will not be able to lodge a subclass 482 application in time and should make other arrangements.

Thanks Raul. That is the reason it was delayed until now. They have met this requirement.

I am thinking of lodging a visitor visa as needed to sell stuff and make arrangements for my dog. I am unsure if I can go from visitor visa to 482

I have been offered sponsorship by a large company. However my current Visa which is a student one runs out on Thurs. I am unsure if that leaves enough time to lodge and wonder what I should do now. My hubby is also on my Visa. The company are trying to get the application in but their immigration person was away until today. I am hoping they can clarify tomorrow but need to know what options I have as panicking. 

Thanks, Paul. I am worried about the timing. My husband will leave the day the visa expires (we have a wedding so can't leave before then) as he is going back home to work. I need to stay to sell up our stuff and organise the dog to travel as she can't travel until 1st October due to airline rules. I am not worried about it being granted as I have sufficient evidence that it is a short stay. My worry is solely about it being granted to soon and leaving the husband in limbo. I could apply for a visitor visa for him as well the week before but it costs 365 for the onshore one and it seems pointless as he will definitely be leaving.

Another question. If I apply for the 600 visitor visa a week before my current student visa ends does it replace it? My other half is a dependent on my student visa but he will be going home and I will stay for extra month so don't want to impact him.

Exploring options. Current student visa ends soon and I need to stay on for a month to sell up stuff and organise dog transport home. There is the possibility of a sponsored job but it might not happen before my current visa ends. Can I apply for a 482 visa if I am on a visitor visa?

I am looking at a job option in Mildura and wonder what it is like to live in, accommodation costs and work opportunities for my other half. 

Why not apply for defact now. If you are in a state that lets you register your relationship that does away with one year requirement. Best to consult registered agent

Thanks fir the replies. I am happy with temporary visa to spend time with family. In the future will look at parent visa.

Have spoken to an agent and they have said I need to find a company to sponsor me. I had hoped current employer would but hit a snag with a caveat for role which has a higher minimum salary.

31 minutes ago, Marisawright said:

Not aware of any such agencies except for a few which are basically scam artists.

I seem to recall you're on a student visa, so I'd have thought your only option  is to go for a graduate visa. To get a sponsored visa, you usually need qualifications AND experience, and the experience usually has to be undertaken AFTER you've got the qualification - anything before doesn't count.  But not every course qualifies you for that visa, you'll need to check. 

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/temporary-graduate-485/post-study-work

Thanks for replying. I am too old for graduate visa but have many years experience in HR, recruitment, careers counselling or management so could fit in several categories.

Looking for help to find sponsored work as my current visa ends in August. Is there a specialist agency that can help or is it a matter of luck? Happy to go regional.

What are the pluses and minuses for using an agent for the contributory parental visa? Did you use one or do it yourself?

Thanks verystormy. I am a mature student and have experience relevant to the area. Will take a look at the agents on here.

I am on a student visa which ends in Aug 2019. I am looking at the sponsorship route as am over 50 so other options are out. Who would be the best agent to talk to or have a consultation with? Ultimately would look at contributory parent visa in a few years. 

Have you considered looking at the DAMA regional work Visa 

https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/International-tax-for-individuals/Coming-to-Australia/Studying-in-Australia/

As per the above, you do not have to declare income in Australia. Good news is you are resident for tax purposes (not like the working holiday) so can claim the exemption.

Need to start dog paperwork and vet 6 months in advance. Costs can vary and some dogs cats travel in the summer. You need to decide on course and apply for it. While you may think it is simple UQ can take their time particularly on the English language despite you being English. You will need a lot of money to fund it. Part time work is hard to get and you have a child. You also might need private health insurance. Rent is expensive. For the graduate visa afterwards the course needs to be 2 years but check this. It is doable if you have a lot of money. Happy to answer any questions privately. I am a current international student.

Hi my dog arrived in April from Ireland having been through quarantine. Had all her shots etc  I live in Queensland. What if anything do I need to give her. In Ireland she only had to have her shots yearly.

Cheers guys it's what I thought. Rather annoying when struggling to find work but will be abiding by it.

How strict is the government on the 20-hour rule? If someone hasn't worked for ages and then does 3 weeks full-time work during exam time when they have no exams would this be viewed as a breach? 

I have had dual sim phones for ages. I have a one plus 3 atvthe moment which is great.