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Skills in Demand (482) salary thresholds increase from 1 July 2026
The Core Skills salary threshold is reported to rise from AUD 76,515 to AUD 79,499, and the Specialist Skills threshold from AUD 141,210 to AUD 146,717 — effective 1 July 2026. All new nominations must meet the updated thresholds.
Department of Home Affairs June 2026189 Skilled Independent visa — latest invitation round results
AHPRA nursing registration — Outcome-Based Assessment changes
India at Evidence Level 3 for student visa applications
Graduate visa (485) fee reportedly doubled to ~AUD 4,600
Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) — continued expansion
Express Entry category draws now require 12 months experience
PNP allocations set at ~91,500 nominations for 2026
Low-wage LMIA refused in 6%+ unemployment metros
LMIA advertising rules tightened from April 2026
Study permits falling toward ~155,000 in 2026
Parents and Grandparents Program closed to new applicants in 2026
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