SoloTraveller95

Hi all i applied for a 417 working holiday visa in December. I was honest and declared my one conviction which was in 2014 when I was 18. it was for harassment following the breakdown of my relationship. I received a restraining order, community service and a suspended 3 month sentence. i am really remorseful for my actions and was incredibly immature at the time. I have since gone on to university and have a successful career. a week later my case officer made a S56 request for further information. That was 17th December 2023 and I’ve heard nothing since. I have read online there is a chance my application could be referred to VACCU, which could then take years to decide. Is there any possible way I can speed this up? Recruiters have been in touch with me and conditionally offered me short term contract work in the area I work in, and I am absolutely desperate to book a flight and give it a go. Would really appreciate any help or similar experiences anyone can share, particularly around likely timeframes. thank you