True Blue Migration Services

12/10/2026

🔔 SkillSelect update: Next invitation round for the Skilled Independent (subclass 189) visa is scheduled for 15 October 2026.

If you already have an Expression of Interest (EOI) in the system, now is the time to double-check that everything is accurate and up to date. Points claim, skills assessment, English results, personal details and occupation.

The highest-ranked EOIs by points score are invited first (with earlier “date of effect” used as the tie-breaker).

Not every EOI will receive an invitation. Numbers and occupations invited each round depend on Australia’s skilled workforce needs and the volume of applications already on hand.

Thinking about a skilled pathway (189, 190 or 491)?
Our Registered Migration Agents can review your options and help you get your EOI in the strongest possible position.

👉 Check out our free eligibility assessment: https://lnkd.in/gVJ6QERE

09/10/2026

Happy Friday! 🇦🇺

A big thank you to everyone who’s left us a Google review. Your feedback means a lot to the True Blue Migration team.

Grateful for your trust as you chase the Aussie dream.
Have a great weekend!

07/10/2026

Parent Visa (Aged Parent) and Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801)

There seems to be a lot of noise and worry lately about onshore partner and parent visas.
Please rest assured the rules for eVisitor (Subclass 651) or ETA (Subclass 601) holders have not changed.

If you’re here on an eVisitor (Subclass 651) or ETA (Subclass 601) and your visa doesn't carry the 8503 “No Further Stay” condition (very common on these visas), you can still lodge an onshore Partner or Aged Parent visa. As long as you meet the usual eligibility requirements, the pathway is still open.

Feel free to reach out to our team today for some clear, personalised guidance.

07/10/2026

Working Holiday changes don’t have to mean the end of your Aussie adventure

If a third-year visa isn’t guaranteed, you may still qualify for an employer sponsorship, skilled or partner visa.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-03/labor-risks-seats-with-working-holiday-visa-policy/107222324

Let’s look at your options together! Get in touch with us today.
https://truebluemigration.com/assessment/

Political experts say the immigration policy changes put Labor's regional MPs in a tight spot to represent their community and defend their party.

07/10/2026

Are you working in the resources sector?

The current 482 priority list is worth paying attention to.

More than 240 occupations overall are now receiving faster processing and resources accounts for over 17 of them.

That includes roles like Fitter, Fitter and Turner, Welder, Metal Machinist, Metallurgist, Surveyor, Hydrogeologist, Geologist, Mining Engineer and Petroleum Engineer, among others.

If your skills are tied to Australia’s resources industry, get in touch with one of our team and let’s discuss your options

Check out our Free Eligibility Assessment (Link in Comments)

05/10/2026

Don’t risk your future with agents pushing claims that have little chance of success.

If you’re looking for honest, experienced guidance, we’re here to help.

True Blue Migration Services is a registered migration agent with over 20 years of experience and a reputation built on doing things the right way.

🔗 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-01/labor-to-target-migration-agents-gaming-visa-system/107218224

check out our free eligibility assessment (link in comments)

Labor is moving against lawyers and migration agents accused of profiting from visa applications that have little prospect of success.

05/10/2026

Don’t risk your future with agents pushing claims that have little chance of success.

If you’re looking for honest, experienced guidance, we’re here to help.

True Blue Migration Services is a registered migration agent with over 20 years of experience and a reputation built on doing things the right way.

🔗 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-01/labor-to-target-migration-agents-gaming-visa-system/107218224

Check out our free eligibility assessment (link in comments)

Labor is moving against lawyers and migration agents accused of profiting from visa applications that have little prospect of success.

05/10/2026

Teaching is one of the sectors benefiting from the current 482 priority settings.

The priority list includes over 240 occupations, with Teaching roles accounting for just over 14 of those roles. Child Care Workers, Early Childhood Teachers, Primary and Secondary School Teachers, Special Needs Teachers, University Lecturers and several others.

If you’re working in education and have been thinking about the 482 pathway, this is a genuinely good time to get in touch with us to explore your options. Check out our free eligibility assessment.

https://truebluemigration.com/assessment/

01/10/2026

New ABS data shows skilled permanent migrants and their families are settling well. Higher employment rates, strong qualifications, solid incomes, and low reliance on support.

Building lives, contributing and becoming part of the community.

The story is often better than the headlines suggest.

New ABS data show high employment, qualifications and earnings among skilled migrants and their accompanying families. The findings raise questions about calls for deep cuts to Australia’s permanent skilled migration program.

01/10/2026

If you work in construction, the current 482 priority settings are worth a closer look.

More than 240 occupations across the board are now getting faster processing and construction accounts for over 80 of them. That includes roles like Bricklayer, Carpenter, Painter, Plasterer, Tiler, Plumber, Construction Project Manager, Engineering Manager, Landscape Architect, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineer, Draftsperson, Construction Estimator, Metal Fabricator, Welder and Electrician, among many others.

In short, if your skills are helping build Australia, this is the time to get in touch.

Curious where you sit? Take our free eligibility assessment. https://truebluemigration.com/assessment/