The old one was saved, but every time you go into it, it starts from the first page again (0%), just with whatever you typed in still there. So it had the same problem, and I deleted it.

Yeah I've never been able to get through on the phone, I might do that at like 8:29 since I don't have anything to do tomorrow morning.

This isn't urgent like I need it tomorrow, but I'll surely need it in a few weeks, maybe even days if the SOL changes - I'm not 100% sure it won't be cut short yet, but I guess that's all we are gonna get in terms of updates until 1 July.

Thing is, news/blog posts last year had very clearly pointed out which occupation codes would be taken out, and which would be added, by the first couple days of June. This one just mentions a few to be added and says none have been taken out. It's a huge if.

A paper application is gonna royally muck things up.

This post has been edited by LightningFist: Jun 11 2014, 03:56 PM

I'm applying for a 485

a 485 is a bit like a 457 except it's independent, nothing to do with the employer

so it's like a 189 except it's temporary, not permanent

unfortunately somehow it got bundled up with these archaic visas and now i can't even apply

oh is that a problem? i went into the system a few times, and sometimes accidentally created new applications because that happens when you go in. probably a few, <10 new ones were made.

haven't tried with new email yet.

6 months sounds like a lot - I heard of some TR and PR applications taking 2-3 months recently.

i see. I heard stories of ppl who took a year or more to get TR. then others who got quite fast.

The system itself generates duplicate applications sometimes when you login, so they did exist until I deleted them. Will try a new address, thanks.

Might have something to do with their system 'outage' last week and this week

but it's good as the bridging visa allowed you to stay

what was the process to get bridging B? complicated? expensive?

in my case if bridging takes 1 year i would want PR before i even get TR zzzz

I see. I guess the biggest thing would be the travel restriction - though I'd be working and wouldn't have the freedom I previously had.

Hmm have to come up with a reason. How come twice, there is a time limitation?

Damn, I knew it. Same error message.

Although I suppose if the TR takes that long, a brief delay won't be a huge problem.

As long as the employer can accept the bridging visa. Although that has no expiry and will present a problem in terms of the contract.

Thanks for the heads up.

Urgh one problem solved another just pops up.

i see... yeah I have heard wedding as a reason before. Didn't realise there was a time limit but now it makes sense after what I've heard.

hoping they fix the system in time! I have never ever seen an Australian system break down

So do you guys think that's it? The new SOL is ~firm~?

although the changes wouldn't apply until July, presumably

main question is whether the full list will be revealed and confirmed

i bloody hope it doesn't change, I'll have 70 points when the time comes next year

actually I saw an article about fruit farmers... they want the WHV or something along those lines promoted as their pickers weren't returning for future seasons!

didn't research the WHV as it's not a viable option for me - but there's a cap on it anyway

Figured out why my application wouldn't work. An error with the health declarations.

Immigration was extremely nice to deal with

Whereabouts? If next week, shouldn't it be certain already?

I see. Congrats on the job!

Do they use standard medicals - or you probably haven't done one recently?

I see. I've not been asked to do one. Then again, all the visas make you do them, and all the contracts have that easy termination clause.

Great job bro. What do you do?

probably fake

oh wait. MYR, yes, for gross pay. then whatever the associated costs

This post has been edited by LightningFist: Jun 16 2014, 07:11 PM

all the best brother! tell us of your successes!

you can still be brought in and sponsored

just like how Malaysia imports executive talent

you just need to be really outstanding - unfortunately that is not the case here

i'm talking about people with 5-25 years experience, strong and proven results, leadership, unique talents or skills, and can blow people away with their resume and their phone interviews

a person who can assume the role of CEO, or transform an entire research department, for example

most people are struggling to find work even when they are living right here... how is someone outside going to stand a chance without all of the above