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Assessment Changes
Trades people applying to live and work in Australia permanently from July 1 will require increased English language skills under changes introduced by the Rudd Government.
60 Years of Citizenship
170 people from more than 40 countries became Australian citizens in ceremonies across the country on Thursday 9 July, as the nation celebrated Constitution Day, the birthday of Australia's government.
Same-Sex Couples
The Australian Government has introduced changes to remove discrimination against same-sex couples and their children from Commonwealth law.
Budget '09
Wayne Swan, the federal treasurer, has handed down his second budget. It includes a record breaking deficit, massive infrastructure spending & huge revenue losses.
Migration Cuts
Australian Government announces further cuts to skilled migration in 2009-10 Budget.
Migration Racket
An alleged racket involving a migration agent supplying false documents to support visa applications has been uncovered in a multi-agency operation in New South Wales.
Swine Flu
As concern about the spread of Swine Flu to Australia sets in, passengers on incoming international flights are being screened.
Debt Relief Plan
The Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, has announced a mortgage relief plan to help people that have lost their jobs.
