No matter what side of the political persuasion you are from, I believe we all agree that we are so glad the election is over and we can all move on and get back to business!!

Some exciting news from Down Under that we’re eager to share with our global community of skilled professionals and Australian employers. The recent Federal Election has wrapped up, and we’ve got some promising developments for the future of international talent in Australia.

First off, let’s cut to the chase – Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party have secured a second term with a decisive victory. Now, you might be wondering, “What does this mean for me?” Well, let me break it down for you.

For Our International Talent:

• Stability in migration policies (goodbye, uncertainty!)
• Continued support for skilled visa programs
• No dramatic cuts to visa numbers (The coalition proposed a 25% cut to permanent migration…how, no one knows!)
• Streamlined processing systems remain in place

For Our Aussie Employers:

• Consistent access to international talent pools
• Investment in TAFE and student loan concessions
• Maintained sponsorship opportunities
• Continued support for addressing skills shortages
• No disruption to current recruitment strategies

The election results have effectively shelved the opposition’s proposed cuts, which would have:

• Reduced permanent migration by 185,000 to 140,000 over the next 2 migration program years.
• Cut the humanitarian program by 20,000 places to 13,750 each year.
• Lowered the student cap by to 30,000 places each year as well as introducing a student visa application charge of $5,000 for Group of Eight universities and $2,500 for remaining international students.

What This Means for You:

If you’re an employer struggling with skills shortages in engineering, automotive, healthcare, or scientific sectors – this is good news! The current government’s approach means you can continue planning your workforce strategies with confidence.

For international professionals eyeing opportunities in Australia – the pathway remains open and welcoming. Whether you’re a healthcare professional from the Philippines, an engineer from South Africa, or an automotive specialist from the UK, Australia’s doors remain open for skilled talent.

Remember, at Konnecting, we’re here to guide you through every step of this journey. With our 99.9% visa success rate and integrated recruitment and migration services, we’re perfectly positioned to help you navigate these positive developments.

Want to learn more about how these election results might benefit your specific situation? – we’d love to chat. Contact us now!

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Dat Posted: May 7, 2025