Hello,
Just found this forum not too long ago. Would like to share my timeline here based on Information provided by MA appointee by my employer
Nomination Application submitted - 23/10/19
Nomination approved 29/10/19
Visa Application submitted 30/10/19
Initial Assessment 14/11/2019
S53 further documents (Police Certificate) requested 14/11/2019
HAD received police certificate 30/11/2019
Visa granted 18/12/19
Occupation code - 263111
Seems department keeps working and granting visa before Christmas and New Year. Hope those who are waiting will receive good news soon