Migration agent conference delivers insights straight from the source

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Created on Monday, 14 May 2012 17:36

Written by Editorial staff

As professional migration agents know, the industry is set to undergo some turbulent times over the coming months and years, with legislation and procedural changes set to affect how registered practitioners provide their services.

In particular, the new mechanisms that will be put in place by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) from July 1 have the potential to shape the way that entire demographics operate.

With the SkillSelect option coming into effect on this date, it is important for all stakeholders - not just registered migration agents - to have access to the details they need to make more informed choices.

Enterprise managers need to be aware of how this scheme has the capacity to affect their hiring choices as well as the way the new channels it provides can impact on their sponsorship applications.

International students can also be affected by the raft of adjustments being issued by the DIAC - not just in relation to their educational visas but also their future employment options should they be interested in remaining in Australia after their studies are completed.

With these factors firmly in mind, Migration Alliance and Legal Training Australia have joined forces to present an information event with a difference.

Presenting a blend of industry professionals, government officials and private presenters, the New Australian Immigration Landscape Conference aims to provide reliable information to attendees over a three day period.

Members of parliament will be hosting seminars and speeches on a range of topics relevant to the changing industry landscape, as will officials from the DIAC.

This gives the conference a broad appeal that goes beyond professional service providers and into the realm of the public domain.

Families that are seeking to have children, spouses, relatives and loved ones join them may be interested in attending the sessions dedicated to topics such as sponsorship, health cover, migrant investments and employment prospects.

With many of these topics undergoing policy changes and reviews from the DIAC from July 1, this makes the joint conference an ideal source of information for anyone interested in learning more about immigration in Australia.

From seasoned professionals to concerned members of the public, the New Australian Immigration Landscape Conference will allow people from all backgrounds and professions to gain a better understanding of the changing face of migration in the years to come.