Power in Politics and Cultural Comradery
Visa reinstatements
The saying goes “pressure makes diamonds” and it seems like the Labour party have “made a diamond” before the upcoming election.
The Albanese government have begun reinstating visas of Palestinian people fleeing Gaza.
The visitor visa pathway was under heavy strife as their was discontent between how Ukrainians were treated compared to Palestinians in their search for safety. Regardless of the media and politics:
This is a huge positive step for Australia and another huge statement on the acceptance of diversity and willingness to aid all people.
Since the conflict begun in October last year, 2,000 visas have been issued but fewer than 400 people have arrived in Australia in that period.
New visa laws?
The Australian Government has also begun re-evaluating Visa laws and (for your convenience) we have collated a list of a few of the laws we might see changed later this year:
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Migration/Immigration laws are an extremely important party of Australia’s society and if this interests you, you can read more about these potential law changes here.
Introduction of a new four-year temporary skilled worker visa ("Skills in Demand") to replace the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Subclass 482).
Increased English language requirements for student visas (IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent) and temporary graduate visas (IELTS score of 6.5).
Implementation of an age limit for temporary graduate visa applicants (under 35).
Reduction in the duration of initial temporary graduate visas to two years for bachelor's or master's degrees by coursework and three years for master's by research.
Phasing out of COVID concessions, including discontinuing the Pandemic Event Visa.
Introduction of the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) for eligible migrants from Pacific countries and Timor Leste.
Real-time priority processing of Protection Visa applications to combat system abuse
Ramadan
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On that note of multi-culturalism, it is also important to stay aware of the diverse practices happening in other peoples religions.
This month is the Holy month of Ramadan for our fellow Muslim students and it is important to understand this month’s significance.
Ramadan is not just the month of fasting where Muslims refrain from eating and drinking from sun rise to sun down. But it is the sacred month of reflection, self discipline, spiritual purification/growth, and developing empathy for the less fortunate.
For Law students or any students taking part in Ramadan this year, it is difficult to put into words on how to stay motivated with your studies, as everyone’s journeys are personal.
To our fellow Muslim students reading this, we implore you on your strength and devotion to not only your religion but to your studies.
bad advice from jeremy
I think someone (me) mixed up the wording again. Well… here are the best 3 ways to spend a $50… VISA…card. Don’t ask. I don’t know how you were supposed to get this $50 card but for the one person who has one, your welcome.
3. Going shopping and buying “junk food”
Nothing is better then an excuse to buy soft drinks, chocolates etc and pretend the money isn’t even yours.
2.Textbooks
You laugh at me now, go on laugh at me. Come back and leave a comment after your 50% exam, laugh then.
1.Movie Tickets
Kung fu panda 4??? Dune 2??? Some must see’s in the cinemas right now and popcorn is like $35 alone these days.