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Tradespersons and related workers Point awarded
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) 60
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) 60
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) 60
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers - Supervisor 60
Apparel Cutter 60
Automotive Electrician 60
Automotive Electricians - Supervisor 60
Baker 60
Bakers and Pastry Cooks - Supervisor 60
Binder and Finisher 60
Blacksmith 60
Boat Builder and Repairer 60
Bricklayer 60
Bricklayers - Supervisor 60
Broadcast Transmitter Operator 60
Business Machine Mechanic 60
Butcher 60
Buttermaker and Cheesemaker 60
Cabinetmaker 60
Cabinetmakers- Supervisor 60
Cable Jointer 60
Canvas Goods Maker 60
Carpenter 60
Carpenter and Joiner 60
Carpentry and Joinery Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Communication Linesperson 60
Communication Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Confectioner 60
Cook 60
Drainer 60
Dressmaker 60
Electrical Powerline Tradesperson 60
Electrician (Special Class) 60
Electricians - Supervisor 60
Electrical Distribution Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Electronic and Office Equipment Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Electronic Equipment Tradesperson 60
Electronic Instrument Tradesperson (Special Class) 60
Electronic Instrument Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Electroplater 60
Engraver 60
Farrier 60
Fibrous Plasterer 60
Fibrous Plasterers - Supervisor 60
Fitter 60
Flat Glass Tradesperson 60
Floor Finisher 60
Floor Finishers - Supervisor 60
Forging Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Furniture Finisher 60
Furniture Upholsterer 60
Gasfitter 60
Gem Cutter and Polisher 60
General Clothing Tradesperson 60
General Communications Tradesperson 60
General Electrician 60
General Electronic Instrument Tradesperson 60
General Fabrication Engineering Tradesperson 60
General Fabrication Engineering Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
General Gardener 60
General Mechanical Engineering Tradesperson 60
General Mechanical Engineering Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
General Plumber 60
Glass Blower 60
Graphic Pre- Press Tradesperson 60
Greenkeeper 60
Gunsmith 60
Hairdresser 60
Hairdressers- Supervisor 60
Head Gardener 60
Jeweller 60
Joiner 60
Landscape Gardener 60
Leather Goods Maker 60
Lift Mechanic 60
Locksmith 60
Meat Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Mechanical Services and Air-conditioning Plumber 60
Medical Grade Shoemaker 60
Metal Casting Tradesperson 60
Metals Casting Tradesperson- Supervisor 60
Metal fabricator (Boilermaker) 60
Metal Finishing Tradespersons- Supervisor 60
Metal Fitters and Machinists - Supervisor 60
Metal Machinist (First Class) 60
Metal Polisher 60
Motor Mechanic 60
Motor Mechanics - Supervisor 60
Nursery Person 60
Optical Mechanic 60
Painter and Decorator 60
Painters and Decorators - Supervisor 60
Panel Beater 60
Panel Beaters - Supervisor 60
Pastry Cook 60
Pattern maker-Grader (Clothing) 60
Piano Tuner 60
Picture Framer 60
Plumbers - Supervisor 60
Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer 60
Precision Metal Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Pressure Welder 60
Printing Machinist 60
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic 60
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanics - Supervisor 60
Roof Plumber 60
Roof Slater and Tiler 60
Roof Slaters and Tilers - Supervisor 60
Sail Maker 60
Saw Maker and Repairer 60
Screen Printer 60
Sheetmetal Worker (First Class) 60
Sheetmetal Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Shipwright 60
Shoemaker 60
Signwritter 60
Signwritters - Supervisor 60
Small Offset Printer 60
Smallgoods Maker 60
Solid Plasterer 60
Solid Plasterers - Supervisor 60
Stonemason 60
Structural Steel and Welding Tradespersons - Supervisor 60
Tailor 60
Textile, Clothing or Footwear Mechanic 60
Toolmaker 60
Toolmakers - Supervisor 60
Tradesperson and Related Workers 60
Tree Surgeon 60
Upholsterers and Bedding Tradespersons 60
Vehicle Body Maker 60
Vehicle Body Makers - Supervisors 60
Vehicle Painter 60
Vehicle Painters - Supervisor 60
Vehicle Trimmer 60
Vehicle Trimmers - Supervisor 60
Wall and Floor Tiler 60
Wall and Floor Tilers and Stonemasons - Supervisor 60
Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer 60
Welder (First Class) 60
Wood Tradespersons 60
Wood Turner 60
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Alternative English tests acceptable for students
From 5 November 2011, you may use alternative English language tests for student visa application. Please note the score equivalences are as follows:
IELTS 5.5 = TOEFL iBT 46 = PTE Academic 42 =
CAE ESOL 47;
IELTS 6.5 = TOEFL iBT 79 = PTE Academic 58 =
CAE ESOL 58. Currently, these alternative English tests are only acceptable for Student visa program.

Forums and Online information
From our clients’ reports I understand there is lot of information online particularly on the forums about visas and migration that may not be relevant to your circumstances. Please note not a single circumstances of our clients are the same, therefore there is a lot of information online that may only be misleading in your case and not very useful when you are applying for the visa.
You might find that one hour of consultation with us will make a difference to you. You will receive professional and accurate information for your particular case. Our charges are affordable at only AUD$80 per hour. All you need to do is send us an email to info@australianeedsyou.com and book a Skype appointment. Looking forward to hearing from you.


Perth - Regional area
On 19 July 2011 Minister announced the inclusion of Perth in the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme. This change opened the wider range of regional sponsored visas for living in Perth or rest of Australia. We recommend that you examine your possibilities in Perth through study and employer sponsorship. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information about your options.

GSM 1 JULY 2011 CHANGES
Please note there has been significant changes introduced to the GSM points calculator with 1 July 2011. Please return to our website for the updated calculator after 1 August 2011 or send us an email info@austtralianeedsyou.com with your CV. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

New Points Test for GSM
To meet the minimum requirements for GSM:
- be under 50 at time of application
- meet the threshold English requirement (at least 6 in all points of IELTS test)
- nominate and hoild a skilled assessment for an occupation on the SOL list at the time of lodging application
- provide an evidence of recent skilled employment or have recently completed (92 weeks)Australian Study requirement.

The minimum points required: 65.



Skill shortages
Expected skill shortages in Australia are proposed to escalate for accountants with planning, project management and mining expertise.
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A half of responded companies in the survey conducted by AIM have reported difficulties to recruit suitable candidates in the job market. The shortage is most severe in construction and engineering, sales and trade. A great potential for you overseas workers! (The Weekend Australian,11/06/11)


IT sector Employers Survey
Employers in IT sector in Australia according to the latest ITCRA research conducted are requesting most commonly skills in the following areas help desk experience, project management, JAVA, SQL and Windows.
If your expertize is in any of these areas, contact us for advise.

Study English in Perth
We have to offer an excellent opportunity with English language provider in Perth Western Australia.
Perth is a beautiful city and prosperous with many job opportunities. If you are thinking to settle in Australia but need to improve English, why not enroll in 24weeks+ English course and study for only AUD$200 per week. Contact us now to find out how.


New Points Test for GSM
New Points test for GSM visas will be introduced on 1 July 2011. We are currently assessing you under new provisions if you send us your CV. If you use our online system, current legislation is still present. We please ask you for your understanding and patience till our systems are fully updated. Thank you.

De facto relationship proof
Please note if you are not living in married relationship but de facto relationship you will need to provide proof of 12 months relationship. Please make sure you have sufficient evidence to support your claims. It is extremely important that you can provide evidence of living on the same address for at least 12 months before visa application.

Study in Australia
Need assistance to find and enroll in the reputable education institution in Australia. We can help. We are able to recommend various education institutions and connected services on the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne ... Contact us info@australianeedsyou.com
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