Hi Guys,
I've been a long time reader but this is my first time posting.
I want to contribute to this thread by posting my timeline as this has helped me a lot. I'm copying benthomas' format (hope you don't mind)
Do note that I had my girlfriend as my de facto partner in the application and that I front loaded everything.
189 visa - Accountant (65 points)IELTS W7, R9, S7, L8.5 15/10/2014: CPA Skills Assessment Approved 27/10/2014 EOI Submitted 27/10/2014, Invite Received 14/11/2014, Application Submitted 14/11/2014 Medicals 14/01/2015 Visa Direct Grant 22/01/2015