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National Migration Conference 2024

1 Category B CPD Point for RMAs, 1 CPD/CLE points for Lawyers

Date: 11th October 2024
Location: Online via Zoom.
Time: 8:30AM - 12:00PM (Australian Eastern Daylight Time / Sydney. Please click here to view current local time.)
Price: $60.00 plus GST

The National Migration Conference 2024 promises to be a must-attend event for Registered Migration Agents and migration lawyers, delivering critical updates and expert insights on the ever-evolving landscape of Australian migration law. This year's wholly online conference will dive deep into legislative changes and amendments that impact all major visa subclasses, equipping professionals with the knowledge they need to navigate complex migration challenges.


8:30AM - 10:00AM National Migration Conference 2024 - CN181

The day will begin with a comprehensive session led by Immigration Lawyer, Marsha Bassily, who will explore the Migration Strategy 2023 and its impact on latest amendments, legal instruments, and regulatory updates across major visa subclasses. From skilled migration to employer-sponsored and family visas, attendees will gain a thorough understanding of the changes that shape migration practice in 2024. Key topics to be covered are:

  • Temporary Skills Shortage - TSS - Condition 8607 changes
  • The new Skills in Demand Visa (SID), flagged to replace the TSS visa
  • Compliance regime - strengthening Employer Sanctions legislation
  • Working Holiday visa expansion - new participating countries, including ballot process
  • Pacific engagement visa - ballot process
  • GSM points system review, flagged by the Migration Strategy
  • Family Violence Provisions - changes to partner visa program
  • Student visa and Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa changes
  • Character - new Ministerial Direction 110
  • New Tribunal - the Administrative Review Tribunal
  • High Court case - NZYQ - arguably the most significant contemporary High Court case, dealing with 'indefinite immigration detention' and constitutional powers

10:00AM - 12:00PM Department of Home Affairs updates and interactive Q&A hosted by Marsha Bassily (complimentary, fee-free session)

The morning continues with live presentations and Q&A sessions featuring representatives from the Department of Home Affairs and OMARA.

Connie Lu - A/g Director, Strategic Migration Partnerships Section, and Amanda Dansie - Director, Labour Agreements Section, and representing the Skilled Visa Branch.

Connie Lu will provide a high-level presentation on the Labour Agreement framework, and Amanda Dansie will speak to, and answer any questions on how to negotiate a labour agreement.

Andy Dwyer, Assistant Director, Student Program Management Section - Update

Emily Winch, Senior Director - Office of the MARA - Update

Caroline Hatswell - Senior Director, Onshore Humanitarian Program Management Branch - Protection (subclass 866) visa reform

A presentation by the Department of Home Affairs on its measures to reform the Protection visa program.

This interactive segment offers a unique opportunity to get real-time answers to your burning questions. Marsha Bassily will moderate the sessions, ensuring that the Department addresses the most pressing concerns of the profession. Participants are encouraged to submit questions in advance, allowing for a tailored, in-depth discussion on current migration trends and policies. Questions can be sent to info@legaltrainingaustralia.com


With the latest legal insights, direct engagement with the Department of Home Affairs, and a focus on practical strategies for migration professionals, this conference is designed to empower you to stay ahead in a fast-changing field. Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to update your knowledge and network online with peers in the industry!


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