Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) Invitation Round – November 2025
The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed that the next Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa invitation round will take place […]
Policy Updates & News
Latest Australian immigration policy changes, migration program updates and regulatory news.
Approved Work Sponsor Register: What Employers and Migrants Need to Know
The Australian Government is taking steps to improve transparency and reduce exploitation in employer-sponsored migration. Under the Migration Amendment (Combatting
Update on Employer Nomination Scheme (Sc 186) Processing
The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed it is currently experiencing high volumes of applications under the Employer Nomination Scheme
Administrative Review Tribunal Bill 2025: What It Means for Visa Applicants
In November 2025, the Australian Parliament advanced new legislation that could significantly change how certain visa review matters are handled.
Victoria’s Skilled Migration Program 2025–26 Now Open
Victoria has officially opened its 2025–26 skilled migration program, providing new opportunities for skilled workers both in Australia and overseas.
Tina Nematian Named a Finalist at the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2025
One Planet Migration Law is proud to share that its Founder and Principal Lawyer, Tina Nematian, has been named a
New Ministerial Intervention Guidelines Introduced – What You Need to Know (September 2025 Update)
On 4 September 2025, Minister Tony Burke signed three new Ministerial Instructions (MIs) that significantly change the framework for Ministerial
English Language Test Score Updates for Subclass 482 Visa in 2025
From 13 September 2025, the Department of Home Affairs will implement updated English language test requirements for the Subclass 482
Full Occupation List by Industry – August 2025 SkillSelect Invitation Round
This article presents the complete breakdown of all occupations invited in the August 2025 SkillSelect invitation round for the Skilled
August 2025 SkillSelect Invitation Round: Subclass 189 & 491 Update
Australia’s latest SkillSelect invitation round, held on 21 August 2025, brought welcome news for many skilled workers — especially those