Australian Immigration: More Positives Than Negatives?
For people seeking a challenging and exciting career, Australia has been the dream country. Immigration to Australia is an ambition in Britain and hence the Australian Immigration Service has strict rules about the number of people that are allowed to enter Australia. Australia requires skilled workers and their work experience, qualification, and language ability are key factors in determining their migration. People enter Australia with an either an
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Investor visa
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Business Owner visa
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Business Talent visa or
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Senior Executive visa
The country’s economy is very strong and it encourages the immigration of skilled workers if they can contribute to the economy. But there are a wide range of views on the level of immigration which are more speculative in nature. CSIRO population study entitled “Future Dilemmas”, commissioned by DIM pointed out six very valid points with regard to immigration. They pointed out that the numbers of aged continued to rise but this is being debated that immigration actually can slow the ageing of Australia’s population.
CSIRO pointed out that Australia’s trade balance would worsen because of increase in imports and higher consumption of domestic products, increased gas emissions, overuse of agricultural soils, and decline in urban air quality and biodiversity. It claimed that Australia is over populated with reduced standard of living. Some claim that this rise in immigration level has led to shortage of housing and employers attempt to introduce foreign workers to avoid paying locals higher wages.
But Productivity Council has submitted a final research report that immigration cannot possibly be the only reason for all these degradations.
In contradiction to this, a study in science journal, Nature, claims that immigration does not result in global warming because although immigration increases population in one country, on a global level, immigration does not affect population.
It is being argued that:
- these immigrants to Australia actually reduce the ageing of population because they are young on average.
- Skilled workers actually add more to the economy.
- Immigration did not increase unemployment but actually it decreased unemployment because of more investments.
There is a strong emphasis in the immigration program to attract people who can contribute to the economy. The country continues to welcome migrants who are skilled and can help the well being of the country and its people.
The Productivity Commission does not accept “population pressures” as a major cause of strong increases in house prices, stating that “increased demand for better quality and better located dwellings, rather than for more dwellings, has been the primary driver”.
DIAC has found that Australia’s well-structured labor market along with the larger number of immigrants with higher education levels has tended to raise employment levels for Australians who are relatively unskilled.
“Gittens claims there is considerable opposition to immigration in Australia by “battlers” because of the belief that immigrants will steal jobs. Gittens claims though that “it’s true that immigrants add to the supply of labor. But it’s equally true that, by consuming and bringing families who consume, they also add to the demand for labor - usually by more.”
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What Young Professionals Need to Know About Australian Immigration
June 27, 2008 by Mira · Leave a Comment
Many young people are relocating to Australia and they are almost all young professionals and skilled workers aged 20-40.
The main reason for this being, people are looking for the better standard of living offered by countries like Australia. However, to achieve and benefit this to the fullest extent there are certain points and guidelines that must be borne in mind by young professionals while working in Australia.
Some of the vital things to be followed by young professionals while working in Australia are given below:
Young Professionals
Staff shortages, good working conditions, a high quality health care system, and an outstanding quality of life and standard of living make Australia a tempting prospect for medical professionals to work as doctors in Australia.
The main reason for this being Australia seems to have struck a good balance between public health care funding and private health care provision. This makes Australia a leading country in getting medical migrants.
To utilize these comfortable benefits and work environment, certain things to be taken care of are:
1. All doctors working in Australia are required to register with the relevant state or territory medical board. The standards for these differ between states.
2. It is vital to have immigration forms, health checks and character checks in hand while working in Australia as which would be needed any time for police record disclosures or for tax filing in Australian Tax office.
All these, if not done would put medical young professionals in Australia in trouble. However, if followed they are sure to find a great work environment.
Limitations
Bear in mind that if you’re on a temporary visa you might experience difficulties in getting things like mortgages and bank loans, or even mobile phone contracts.
1. Important Handy Documents
Young professionals in Australia engaged in any kind of job, whether temporary or permanent, part- or full-time, always must have in hand proof of their qualifications, training and experience, relevant visa form, passport, health and character checked documents, plus copies of references and an up-to-date curriculum vitae.
2. Work Environment
The most important attribute to get along well in the work environment while working in Australia, is the ability to speak English fluently. Skilled labor is obviously an advantage, but so is speaking the English language. Most countries are harder to get into if you don’t speak English.
Some of the specific attributes that are needed by young professionals while working in Australia are:
Australians are friendly and open, but directness and brevity are valued. Being punctual is work while working Australia is very critical. Maintain good eye contact during meetings and conversations. Opinions are respected, and opinionated discussions are entertaining. Shake hands when meeting and when leaving in work. Exchanging business cards is common among professional workers. Gift giving is not a common practice in business.
Young professionals in Australia can always visit or contact National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition or Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs or Australian Standard Classification of Occupations for advice on qualifications for work or on advice about overcoming challenges at work in Australia.
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9 Benefits of Being an Australian Permanent Resident
Could there be any other better place than Australia if you are eagerly looking for settling down at a well known destination and beginning a new lease of life?
With a strong economy and scenic landscaping, Australia could be Paradise on Earth for you.
However, before embarking upon the necessary formalities, let us briefly evaluate the benefits of becoming a permanent resident of Australia.
1. As a permanent resident, you will be given a permanent visa. This entitles you to the right to live in Australia indefinitely. You can enjoy the facilities of unlimited travel to and from Australia once you become a permanent resident. However, initially the permanent visa is given for a period of five years and has to be applied again from either outside Australia or from within the country.
2. On procuring permanent residentship, you also enjoy unlimited freedom to pursue the course of study that you prefer. Permanent residents have various options to choose when it comes to University education. There are certain education loans that are available only to permanent residents. These loans are extremely helpful in managing your financial crisis that may arise due to the additional expenses associated with your study.
3. The next important aspect of permanent residence is the aspect of work permit. Permanent residents can work for any employer in any occupation. But, working in the Public Service or Armed forces is strictly restricted to the Australian Citizens. This, however, does not distinguish the industrial laws between the permanent residents and citizens. Permanent residents enjoy the same benefits under these laws as the citizens. They can become a part of trade unions and can claim worker’s compensation.
4. As regards social security, the permanent residents must hold on for a period of two years before they are entitled to receive social security benefits like sickness, unemployment and student benefits that are offered by Australia’s Social Security Department.
5. A very important benefit that the permanent residents will enjoy is the health care entitlement. As a permanent resident of Australia, you will enjoy the privilege of health insurance scheme run by the government called Medicare. Under Medicare, you could receive free treatment at a public hospital and subsidized medicine.
6. Permanent residents can also sponsor their relatives for acquisition of permanent residence. But this is possible only after the applicant meets certain residence and support assurance pre-requisites.
7. Children of permanent residents who are born in Australia are deemed Australian citizens by birth. This will be one great advantage because they will enjoy the maximum benefits in the field of education and health care.
8. Permanent residents have the right to take up some professions in Australia like that of a migration agent or any government position.
9. The permanent resident of Australia is also granted the right to travel to New Zealand and apply for a New Zealand Visa. This is a provision that has been granted by the government of New Zealand.
So go ahead and start nurturing your dream of making Australia your permanent home.
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Nine Ways To Emigrate to Australia
June 4, 2008 by Mira · Leave a Comment
‘The only thing that is constant in life is change’ is a popular saying.
This is so true as far as I am concerned. I always liked changes in life and looked forward to new opportunities that are challenging and rewarding. This was always the guiding force behind my decision to move to new places and take up interesting assignments.
In this search for challenging venues, I landed on Australia as my choicest destination to emigrate. With a highly advanced system of education and health, structured immigration policies and not to mention an abundance of holiday destinations, I perceived Australia as a place that could promise me a commendable quality of life.
Having selected my destination, I started my spadework on the various methods available to emigrate to Australia. This refined search opened up various possibilities and, here, I am sharing with you the result of those findings. Read more
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Immigration to Australia
May 22, 2008 by Mira · Leave a Comment
Immigration to Australia is fast becoming the preferred option for an increasing number of highly skilled young individuals today. As a country, Australia is actively promoting the immigration of skilled migrants. People who are moving to Australia for better career prospects will be graded on a point-based system where qualifications, prior experience and proficiency in languages is given importance.
Currently there are two programs that regulate immigration to Australia:
1. Migration Program – To move to Australia under the Skilled Migration Program, you need to have a good understanding of the English language, be well qualified and be under the age of 45. Alternatively, you can migrate to Australia if you are sponsored by a member of your family who is “an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen aged 18 years or over who lives in Australia”. This comes under the Family Migration Program.
2. Humanitarian Program – Under this program, refugees and people with “humanitarian” needs can apply for immigration to Australia. This program has sections for “offshore” and “onshore” resettlements.
There are many other ways through which you can turn your dream of moving to Australia into reality.
If you are willing to invest in the Australian economy or have a business skill set, immigration to Australia will be quite easy.
Want to study in Australia? Opt for a Student Visa and you can study in some great institutions and equip yourself with additional prestigious degrees.
Australia also provides Working Holiday Visas to many participating countries. Young people can move to Australia and work there while on a long holiday.
Australia has emerged today as a leading destination for relocation because of the highly lucrative opportunities it offers. Indeed, the land down under is now the land of opportunities!
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