Nope didn't apply, most probably will settle here, pointless to go overseas, to start all over. Millions, most than u guys ever earn, btw, i am earning usd,  not ringgit or aud

asking for a friend..see above post..

thats what i am telling to my friend...

Global Recession next year, watch those who wants to work in aussie.

For those who don't know why bro RO Player come to this thread, he has a "lady friend" who boast about good life in Australia. He butthurt (sorry for the /k lingo) and started a thread in kopitiam which lasted 20+ pages. Don't know why he is so affected by his lady friend's comment if he is so successful in malaysia 

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/3755274

Ok, let's move on 

Good so now, u can leave this topic alone

+100000000

This thread is to HELP others. We SHARE valuable info, and try to HELP each other.

Embrace yourself for summer, it's getting hot!

Hi all,

I am currently applying for GSM in Australia, most probably subclass 189, as a chef. According to DIBP website, https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/189-, I am short of 5 points to reach 60 points. As far as i'm concerned, I have 2 options to increase the points. the first option would be to retake the IELTS and score 7.0 on all modules for 10 points (i've got 5.5 listening (hearing impairment), 8.0 reading, 6.5 writing and 6.0 for speaking. I took the IELTS in University of Canberra in August 2015.)
The second option would be to get the Certificate 4 in Cookery ( under SOL) (10 points) and get the cert recognized by TRA (10 points) (cost about AUD$300.). That would be 20 points total.

FYI, last 2013, I planned to get PR under cook SOL. so, I had studied Commercial Cookery and lived in Canberra for about 2 1/2 years under student visa.  however, they have changed and updated the SOL last July this year (Cook was no longer in the SOL list), hence I'm in a bit of predicament at the moment. That is why I consider applying for Chef instead. Unfortunately, I have to return to Malaysia as my student visa had expired.
I am still keeping in touch with migration agent based in Sydney (recommended by my College Principal and Employer from National Gallery of Australia) to look at my case.
I have sent all of my document to the agent last week (including IELTS, work experience, qualification, blah blah). So, I am expecting something from them this week.
Just wondering, what is the chance of me getting PR? Any idea?

Hey Eric, you might want to consider to apply for state sponsorship for that.
pro: additional 5 marks if apply visa 190
con: u have to stay 2 years in the state who sponsor you

Alternatively, get a partner/dependent which is also on the SOL list and she can give you additional 5 points too.

But you might want to try IELTS in Malaysia again which i personally think that it is easier compared to aussy one.

You don't have to stay in the state that sponsors you. I have a 190. I know many people who have a 190 who don't lve int eh state that sponsored them.

If you don't live in the state they set for you then will it count towards to 2 years you have to fulfill? They do not mind as long as it's in anywhere in Aus?

Will they come find you after your 5 years stint and send you back?

'Earning USD', 'more than you ever will'.

If that is not an arrogant sod for you, I don't know what is.

Ain't nobody got time for trolls lah, seriously.

This thread is to HELP others. We SHARE valuable info, and try to HELP each other.

You, on the other hand hijack our thread, and then troll. Seriously dude. SERIOUSLY.
Maybe a mod should step in about now. Coz honestly, I realise most of us do not tolerate such negative, demeaning behaviour.

So I've heard! Strangely enough, I'm looking forward to some beach days with icy cold waters.