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Down Under Live This is the UK's BIGGEST dedicated event for Australia & New Zealand, featuring the best emigration seminar around – a whole day of invaluable help and advice.

Our emigration expo features specialist exhibitors,experts on every aspect of emigration Down Under Live! is the UK's number one event for emigrating to Australia and migrating to New Zealand. Our regional migration events and emigration seminars are coming to Birmingham, Edinburgh & London in 2012. The shows are brought to you by the award winning Australia & New Zealand, magazine, the leading migration magazine in the UK. Each event will cover a host of topics, including the visa process, skilled migration opportunities, jobs in Australia and New Zealand, buying a property and shipping your goods. In addition, government departments such as Immigration New Zealand, the state governments of Australia and the Australian Immigration will be represented at the shows. The migration seminars and events are completely independent and give impartial and professional migration advice on Employer Sponsored Schemes, General Skilled Migration, Working Holiday Programmes and much more

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO AUSTRALIA? HAVE YOU CONSIDERED SOUTH AUSTRALIA?**When people dream about moving Down Under...
14/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **THINKING ABOUT MOVING TO AUSTRALIA? HAVE YOU CONSIDERED SOUTH AUSTRALIA?**

When people dream about moving Down Under, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane often spring to mind.

But what about **South Australia?** β˜€οΈ

Beautiful beaches. A fantastic outdoor lifestyle. A vibrant capital city. Regional communities. And opportunities for skilled people looking to build a new future.

And here's the exciting news...

# # # πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί THE GOVERNMENT OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA IS COMING TO DOWN UNDER LIVE!

Representatives from South Australia's Department of State Development will be joining us in **Birmingham and Manchester** to meet people interested in making the move.

And they're not coming empty-handed!

They'll be helping visitors explore connections with South Australian employers across a range of occupations.

Also attending will be **Master Builders of South Australia and Build Connect**, helping skilled construction workers discover potential opportunities in the state.

# # # πŸ’Ό WHAT COULD YOU FIND OUT?

βœ… What skills and occupations South Australian employers are looking for

βœ… How your experience might fit the state's employment opportunities

βœ… What migration pathways may be worth exploring

βœ… What it's really like to live and work in South Australia

βœ… How to start connecting with employers and organisations in the state

Whether you're a tradesperson, engineer, healthcare professional, teacher or someone with other valuable skills, this is an opportunity to ask questions and explore what South Australia could offer.

# # # πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί DON'T JUST READ ABOUT MOVING TO AUSTRALIA. COME AND SPEAK TO THE PEOPLE WHO KNOW IT.

You could spend weeks searching online for information.

Or you could come to **Down Under Live** and speak directly with representatives from South Australia.

And while you're there, meet other employers, recruiters, migration specialists and relocation experts who can help you plan your next steps.

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM – EDGBASTON**

πŸ“… **THIS SATURDAY, 17 OCTOBER β€” JUST 5 DAYS TO GO!**

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER – OLD TRAFFORD**

πŸ“… **SATURDAY 24 OCTOBER**

🎟️ **REGISTER NOW FOR DOWN UNDER LIVE!**

πŸ‘‡ **HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED LIVING IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA?**

Tell us in the comments!

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **YOUR AUSTRALIAN FUTURE COULD START WITH ONE CONVERSATION.**

✨ *Dream Under A Different Set of Stars*

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ίβš‘ **ELECTRICIANS WANTED IN AUSTRALIA!**🚨 **AN AUSTRALIAN RECRUITER IS COMING TO DOWN UNDER LIVE SPECIFICALLY TO RECRUI...
13/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ίβš‘ **ELECTRICIANS WANTED IN AUSTRALIA!**

🚨 **AN AUSTRALIAN RECRUITER IS COMING TO DOWN UNDER LIVE SPECIFICALLY TO RECRUIT ELECTRICIANS!**

Are you a qualified electrician in the UK?

Have you ever considered taking your skills to Australia?

Then this could be a conversation worth having!

We're delighted to announce that one of our recruiters is attending Down Under Live this October specifically to meet experienced electricians interested in working in Australia.

⚑ **YOUR ELECTRICAL SKILLS COULD OPEN THE DOOR TO A NEW LIFE DOWN UNDER!**

Whether your background is in:

πŸ”Œ Commercial electrical work

🏠 Domestic installations

🏭 Industrial electrical work

βš™οΈ Electrical maintenance

πŸ”§ Fault finding and repairs

πŸ—οΈ Construction and infrastructure
..come and speak to the recruiter about opportunities that may suit your experience.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **WHY SHOULD YOU COME?**

Because you'll have the chance to speak directly to someone actively looking for electricians β€” rather than simply sending your CV to another job advertisement.

Find out more about:

βœ… Electrical job opportunities in Australia

βœ… What experience and qualifications employers are looking for

βœ… How UK electrical qualifications are assessed

βœ… Australian electrical licensing requirements

βœ… Potential employer sponsorship and visa pathways

βœ… Salaries, locations and working conditions

And most importantly...

**FIND OUT WHETHER YOUR EXPERIENCE COULD BE WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FOR!**

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **MEET THE RECRUITER AT DOWN UNDER LIVE**

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON**
πŸ—“οΈ THIS SATURDAY β€” 17 OCTOBER

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD**
πŸ—“οΈ SATURDAY

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ **5 DAYS TO GO β€” WHAT COULD YOU DISCOVER IN JUST ONE DAY?**This Saturday, Down Under Live will be welcoming visitor...
12/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ **5 DAYS TO GO β€” WHAT COULD YOU DISCOVER IN JUST ONE DAY?**

This Saturday, Down Under Live will be welcoming visitors to Birmingham!

And if Australia or New Zealand has been on your mind, here's a question...

**WHAT IF ONE DAY COULD HELP YOU TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARDS YOUR FUTURE?**

Because at Down Under Live, you can do more than simply collect brochures.

You can have real conversations with people who could help turn your plans into reality.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **DISCOVER SPONSORED JOB OPPORTUNITIES**

Meet recruiters looking for skilled people to work in Australia, including opportunities across 23 occupations offering employer sponsorship.

From payroll professionals to diesel mechanics, fitters, electricians and welders.

⛏️ **EXPLORE MINING CAREERS**

Speak to Ready Resources Mining about sponsored opportunities in Western Australia and find out what FIFO working could mean for you.

πŸ—οΈ **MEET SOUTH AUSTRALIA'S CONSTRUCTION RECRUITERS**

Master Builders South Australia and Build Connect will be meeting skilled tradespeople and construction professionals interested in employment opportunities.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **DISCOVER SOUTH AUSTRALIA**

Meet representatives from the Government of South Australia and explore opportunities to live and work in the state.

πŸ“‹ **ASK ABOUT VISAS**

Speak to migration professionals about possible visa pathways, eligibility and what steps you may need to take.

πŸ“¦ **FIND OUT HOW TO MOVE YOUR HOME**

Meet Pickfords and ask about shipping your belongings overseas.

🐾 **AND DON'T FORGET THE PETS!**

PetAir UK will be there to explain what's involved in bringing your dog or cat to Australia or New Zealand.

🌏 **ALL IN ONE PLACE. ALL IN ONE DAY.**

Whether you're ready to make the move or simply wondering whether Australia or New Zealand could be right for you, Down Under Live is designed to help you find answers.

You don't need a job offer.

You don't need to have chosen a visa.

You don't even need to know exactly where you'd like to live.

**YOU JUST NEED TO BE CURIOUS ABOUT WHAT YOUR FUTURE COULD LOOK LIKE.**

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ **DOWN UNDER LIVE**

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON**
πŸ—“οΈ SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER β€” JUST 5 DAYS AWAY!

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD**
πŸ—“οΈ SATURDAY 24 OCTOBER

🎟️ **GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!**

🌐 www.downunderlive.co.uk

Come with questions.

Leave with a clearer idea of what comes next.

🌏 **Dream Under A Different Set of Stars**

πŸ’¬ **WHO'S COMING TO BIRMINGHAM THIS SATURDAY?**

And what are you most hoping to find out?

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Jobs
πŸ“‹ Visas
🏑 Lifestyle
✈️ Relocation
❀️ A fresh start

Tell us below! πŸ‘‡

*Employment opportunities and sponsorship depend on individual suitability, employer requirements and visa eligibility.*

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸš¨ **SOUTH AUSTRALIA IS RECRUITING β€” COULD YOUR CONSTRUCTION SKILLS TAKE YOU DOWN UNDER?**πŸ”¨ **MASTER BUILDERS SOUTH AUS...
11/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸš¨ **SOUTH AUSTRALIA IS RECRUITING β€” COULD YOUR CONSTRUCTION SKILLS TAKE YOU DOWN UNDER?**

πŸ”¨ **MASTER BUILDERS SOUTH AUSTRALIA & BUILD CONNECT ARE COMING TO DOWN UNDER LIVE!**

And they're attending BOTH our Birmingham and Manchester shows to meet skilled people interested in working in South Australia's building and construction industry!

If you work in construction or the skilled trades and have ever considered taking your career to Australia, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

πŸ—οΈ **WHO ARE THEY?**

Master Builders South Australia represents the state's building and construction industry, working with employers and businesses across the sector.

Build Connect is an initiative designed to connect skilled workers with South Australian construction employers.

Together, they'll be at Down Under Live to talk to people interested in employment opportunities in South Australia.

πŸ”§ **DO YOU WORK IN CONSTRUCTION?**

Whether you're an experienced tradesperson, supervisor, site manager or construction professional, come and speak to their team about how your skills could fit into South Australia's building industry.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **WHY VISIT THEIR STAND?**

βœ… Discover employment and recruitment opportunities in South Australia

βœ… Find out what skills and experience employers are looking for

βœ… Explore potential career pathways in the building and construction industry

βœ… Ask about employer connections and recruitment processes

βœ… Discuss what relocating to South Australia could involve

And, most importantly...

**SPEAK DIRECTLY TO PEOPLE CONNECTED WITH THE SOUTH AUSTRALIAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY!**

Instead of spending hours searching Australian job websites, come and have a face-to-face conversation with the people helping connect skilled workers with employers.

🌏 **YOUR NEXT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COULD BE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD!**

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON**
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 17 October

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD**
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 24 October

🎟️ Come and meet Master Builders South Australia and Build Connect at DOWN UNDER LIVE!

Find out more about Build Connect:
🌐 https://buildconnectsa.au

πŸ’¬ **CONSTRUCTION WORKERS β€” WHAT'S YOUR TRADE OR PROFESSION?**

Carpenter? Electrician? Plumber? Bricklayer? Site Manager? Engineer? Something else?

Tell us in the comments below! πŸ‘‡

And PLEASE SHARE this post with anyone working in construction who has talked about moving to Australia.

You might just help them discover their next opportunity. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

🌏 Dream Under A Different Set of Stars

*Employment opportunities are subject to employer requirements and individual eligibility. Visa sponsorship should not be assumed for every role.*

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ **ONE WEEK TO GO!** 🚨**YOUR AUSTRALIAN OR NEW ZEALAND FUTURE COULD START NEXT SATURDAY!**In just SEVEN DAYS, Down U...
10/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ **ONE WEEK TO GO!** 🚨

**YOUR AUSTRALIAN OR NEW ZEALAND FUTURE COULD START NEXT SATURDAY!**

In just SEVEN DAYS, Down Under Live arrives in BIRMINGHAM β€” bringing together recruiters, employers, migration professionals and relocation experts to help you explore life Down Under.

And if you've been thinking about making the move, this is an event you won't want to miss!

πŸ”₯ **HERE'S WHAT YOU COULD DISCOVER...**

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **SPONSORED JOBS IN AUSTRALIA**

One of our recruiters is looking for candidates across 23 occupations, with employer sponsorship opportunities available!

Including:

πŸ”§ Heavy Diesel Mechanics
⚑ Electricians
πŸ› οΈ Fitters, Welders & Boilermakers
πŸ’Ό Payroll Professionals
🚜 Heavy Plant & Maintenance Specialists

⛏️ **MINING JOBS IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA**

Meet Ready Resources Mining and find out about sponsored opportunities and FIFO β€” Fly-In, Fly-Out β€” working.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **MEET THE GOVERNMENT OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA**

Discover opportunities in South Australia and find out how their team can help connect skilled people with employers.

πŸ“‹ **GET ANSWERS ABOUT VISAS**

Speak face-to-face with migration professionals about skilled migration, sponsorship and possible visa pathways.

πŸ“¦ **PLANNING YOUR MOVE?**

Meet Pickfords, our international moving partners, and find out how to move your belongings overseas.

🐾 **BRINGING YOUR PETS?**

Speak to PetAir UK about relocating your four-legged family members to Australia or New Zealand.

🌏 **AND SO MUCH MORE!**

Whether you're actively planning your move or just beginning to explore the possibilities, Down Under Live is your chance to turn online research into real conversations.

**ONE DAY. REAL PEOPLE. REAL OPPORTUNITIES.**

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON**
πŸ—“οΈ SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD**
πŸ—“οΈ SATURDAY 24 OCTOBER

🎟️ **DON'T LEAVE IT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE!**

Get your tickets and start planning the questions you want answered.

🌏 **Dream Under A Different Set of Stars**

πŸ’¬ **WHO'S COMING TO BIRMINGHAM NEXT SATURDAY?**

Tell us below! πŸ‘‡

And TAG someone who dreams of moving to Australia or New Zealand.

πŸ‘‰ Find out more and book through Down Under Live.

*Recruitment and sponsorship opportunities depend on individual suitability, employer requirements and visa eligibility.*

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸš¨ **AUSTRALIAN JOBS WITH VISA SPONSORSHIP!****23 OCCUPATIONS β€” IS YOURS ON THE LIST?**Thinking about moving to Austral...
09/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸš¨ **AUSTRALIAN JOBS WITH VISA SPONSORSHIP!**

**23 OCCUPATIONS β€” IS YOURS ON THE LIST?**

Thinking about moving to Australia but wondering how you'll find an employer willing to sponsor you?

THIS COULD BE THE OPPORTUNITY YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!

One of the Australian recruiters attending DOWN UNDER LIVE this October is actively looking for experienced professionals and skilled tradespeople for positions offering **EMPLOYER VISA SPONSORSHIP!** πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

And they're looking for people in the following occupations:

πŸ’Ό **PAYROLL & BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS**

βœ… Payroll Officer
βœ… Payroll Administrator
βœ… Payroll Specialist
βœ… Payroll Analyst
βœ… Payroll Manager
βœ… Payroll Systems Analyst
βœ… Payroll Implementation Consultant
βœ… Payroll Systems Support Analyst

πŸ”§ **SKILLED TRADES, MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL**

βœ… Heavy Diesel Mechanic
βœ… Heavy Plant Mechanic
βœ… Plant Fitter
βœ… Mobile Plant Mechanic
βœ… Field Service Technician
βœ… Mechanical Fitter
βœ… Maintenance Fitter
βœ… Mechanical Technician
βœ… Hydraulic Technician
βœ… Auto Electrician
βœ… Maintenance Electrician
βœ… Electrical Maintenance Technician
βœ… Underground Equipment Mechanic
βœ… Boilermaker
βœ… Welder / Fabricator

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **ALL 23 OCCUPATIONS HAVE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!**

And here's the really exciting part...

**YOU CAN MEET THE RECRUITER FACE-TO-FACE AT DOWN UNDER LIVE!**

Come and discuss:

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Sponsored employment opportunities in Australia

πŸ’Ό Whether your skills and experience match their vacancies

πŸ“‹ Employer sponsorship and visa requirements

πŸ’° Salaries and employment conditions

πŸ“ Where the jobs are located

✈️ What happens next if you're a suitable candidate

Instead of sending your CV halfway around the world and hoping somebody replies, come and speak directly to a recruiter looking for people with YOUR skills.

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON**
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 17 October

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD**
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 24 October

🌏 **Dream Under A Different Set of Stars**

πŸ’¬ **IS YOUR JOB ON THE LIST?**

Tell us your occupation in the comments below! πŸ‘‡

And PLEASE SHARE THIS POST with anyone working in payroll, heavy diesel, mechanical maintenance, electrical trades or fabrication who has dreamed of working in Australia.

You might just help somebody take the first step towards a completely different future. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

πŸ‘‰ FOLLOW DOWN UNDER LIVE for more Australian jobs, sponsored opportunities and migration updates.

*Employer sponsorship opportunities are available across the listed occupations. Individual job offers and visa sponsorship remain subject to recruiter assessment, employer requirements and visa eligibility.*

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **IF AN AUSTRALIAN EMPLOYER WAS SITTING OPPOSITE YOU TOMORROW...****WHAT WOULD YOU ASK THEM?**Would it be...πŸ’Ό **"Are ...
08/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **IF AN AUSTRALIAN EMPLOYER WAS SITTING OPPOSITE YOU TOMORROW...**

**WHAT WOULD YOU ASK THEM?**

Would it be...

πŸ’Ό **"Are you recruiting people with my experience?"**

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί "Would you consider sponsoring someone from the UK?"

πŸ’° "What could I realistically earn in Australia?"

🏑 "Where would I need to live?"

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ "Could I bring my family?"

πŸŽ“ "Would my UK qualifications be recognised?"

✈️ "How quickly could I actually make the move?"

Or perhaps something completely different.

Here's the thing...

You can spend months researching Australian jobs online.

You can read hundreds of Facebook comments.

You can watch videos about salaries, visas and life Down Under.

But sometimes, **ONE CONVERSATION CAN ANSWER MORE THAN HOURS OF SEARCHING.**

And that's what Down Under Live is all about.

This October, we're bringing together employers, recruiters, migration professionals and relocation specialists who can help you explore your next steps.

⛏️ **READY RESOURCES MINING** β€” Find out about sponsored mining opportunities in Western Australia and FIFO working.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί **SOUTH AUSTRALIA** β€” Meet representatives who can help connect skilled people with opportunities in their state.

πŸ“¦ **PICKFORDS** β€” Ask about moving your belongings overseas.

🐾 **PETAIR UK** β€” Find out how to bring your pets to Australia or New Zealand.

Plus other exhibitors and specialists who can help you understand what's involved in making the move.

**YOU DON'T NEED TO HAVE EVERYTHING WORKED OUT BEFORE YOU COME.**

That's the whole point of coming.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ **DOWN UNDER LIVE**

πŸ“ **BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON**
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 17 October

πŸ“ **MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD**
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 24 October

🌏 Dream Under A Different Set of Stars

πŸ’¬ **SO HERE'S TODAY'S QUESTION...**

**IF YOU COULD ASK AN AUSTRALIAN EMPLOYER JUST ONE QUESTION, WHAT WOULD IT BE?**

Tell us in the comments below. πŸ‘‡

And tag someone who's been talking about moving Down Under!

πŸ‘‰

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί β€œAM I TOO OLD TO MOVE TO AUSTRALIA?”IT DEPENDS.And that's an important answer.One of the questions we regularly hear ...
07/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί β€œAM I TOO OLD TO MOVE TO AUSTRALIA?”

IT DEPENDS.

And that's an important answer.

One of the questions we regularly hear from people considering Australia is:

β€œI'M IN MY 40s β€” HAVE I LEFT IT TOO LATE?”

The mistake is assuming Australia has ONE age limit that applies to everybody.

It doesn't.

Different Australian visas have different eligibility requirements.

For the main points-tested skilled visas β€” including subclasses 189, 190 and 491 β€” applicants generally need to be UNDER 45 when they are invited to apply.

But that doesn't mean:

❌ Everyone over 45 is automatically unable to move to Australia.

And it certainly doesn't mean:

❌ β€œI'm 42, so I've got another three years to think about it.”

Why?

Because AGE is only one part of the picture.

Depending on the pathway, you may also need to consider:

πŸ‘· Your occupation

πŸ“‹ Skills assessment

πŸ’Ό Work experience

πŸ—£οΈ English language ability

πŸŽ“ Qualifications

πŸ“ State or regional opportunities

🀝 Employer sponsorship

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Your individual and family circumstances

And age can also affect the number of points you receive for a points-tested visa.

So perhaps the better question isn't:

β€œAM I TOO OLD?”

It's:

β€œWHAT OPTIONS COULD STILL BE AVAILABLE TO ME?”

That's a much more useful conversation.

And it's exactly the sort of question you can bring to DOWN UNDER LIVE.

Instead of trying to piece together your future from Facebook comments, old forum posts and conflicting information online, come and speak face-to-face with migration professionals about YOUR circumstances.

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί DOWN UNDER LIVE

πŸ“ BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 17 October

πŸ“ MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 24 October

Come with questions.

Leave with a clearer idea of what comes next.

🌏 Dream Under A Different Set of Stars

πŸ’¬ TODAY'S QUESTION:

WHAT'S THE BIGGEST THING YOU THINK COULD STOP YOU MOVING DOWN UNDER?

πŸŽ‚ Age
πŸ’Ό Finding a job
πŸ“‹ Visa eligibility
πŸ’° Money
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Family
🏠 Something else

Tell us below πŸ‘‡

πŸ‘‰ FOLLOW DOWN UNDER LIVE for jobs, visa updates, exhibitors and practical information about moving to Australia & New Zealand.

*Visa eligibility depends on the particular pathway and individual circumstances. Seek advice from a registered migration professional.*

🐢 MOVING TO AUSTRALIA OR NEW ZEALAND?THERE'S ONE MEMBER OF THE FAMILY YOU DEFINITELY CAN'T FORGET... 🐾For many people pl...
06/10/2026

🐢 MOVING TO AUSTRALIA OR NEW ZEALAND?

THERE'S ONE MEMBER OF THE FAMILY YOU DEFINITELY CAN'T FORGET... 🐾

For many people planning a move Down Under, one of the biggest worries isn't the furniture.

It isn't the car.

It isn't even finding somewhere to live.

It's...

β€œWHAT HAPPENS TO THE DOG?”

Or the cat, of course. 🐱

Because they're not just a pet.

They're part of the family. ❀️

That's why we're delighted that PETAIR UK will be joining us at DOWN UNDER LIVE this October.

PetAir are specialists in helping families safely relocate their pets overseas β€” including to both:

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AUSTRALIA

and

πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ NEW ZEALAND

And moving a pet Down Under isn't quite as simple as booking them onto your flight.

There can be:

🐾 Veterinary requirements

πŸ“‹ Import documentation

πŸ’‰ Vaccinations and health checks

✈️ Flight arrangements

πŸ“¦ Specialist travel crates

πŸ›ƒ Biosecurity requirements

🏠 Quarantine arrangements
..and some of these things need to be organised well before you travel.

PetAir's veterinary-led team can help guide owners through the process and coordinate the different stages of their pet's journey.

So if you've ever wondered...

❓ Can I take my dog to Australia?

❓ What happens when my pet arrives?

❓ Does my pet need quarantine?

❓ How far in advance should I start planning?

❓ What paperwork will I need?

❓ How will my pet actually travel?

Come and ask the people who do it every day.

MEET PETAIR UK AT DOWN UNDER LIVE.

πŸ“ BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 17 October

πŸ“ MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 24 October

Because moving Down Under isn't just about taking your family.

Sometimes it means taking the four-legged members too. 🐾❀️

🌏 Dream Under A Different Set of Stars

πŸ’¬ PET OWNERS β€” COULD YOU MOVE TO AUSTRALIA OR NEW ZEALAND WITHOUT THEM?

Show us the pet who would be coming Down Under with you! πŸΆπŸ±πŸ‘‡

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί THINKING ABOUT A SKILLED VISA FOR AUSTRALIA?HERE'S A DATE WORTH KNOWING.Australia's Department of Home Affairs says t...
05/10/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί THINKING ABOUT A SKILLED VISA FOR AUSTRALIA?

HERE'S A DATE WORTH KNOWING.

Australia's Department of Home Affairs says the next invitation round for the Skilled Independent visa β€” subclass 189 β€” is expected to take place by:

πŸ“… 31 OCTOBER 2026

Why does that matter?

Because the 189 is one of Australia's points-tested skilled migration pathways.

And unlike an employer-sponsored visa, you don't need an Australian employer to sponsor you for the 189.

Instead, potential applicants submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect.

Your EOI includes information such as your:

πŸ‘· Occupation

πŸŽ‚ Age

πŸ’Ό Skilled work experience

πŸŽ“ Qualifications

πŸ—£οΈ English language ability

πŸ“‹ Skills assessment

These factors can contribute towards your points score.

But here's the really important bit...

65 POINTS DOES NOT MEAN YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INVITATION.

It's the minimum points threshold for the points-tested skilled visas, but actual invitation scores can be considerably higher and vary by occupation and invitation round.

In the last 189 invitation round on 4 June 2026, Australia issued 10,000 invitations.

And minimum invited scores varied substantially between occupations.

For example:

πŸ”¨ Carpenter β€” 65 points

🧱 Bricklayer β€” 65 points

πŸ—οΈ Construction Project Manager β€” 80 points

🎧 Audiologist β€” 75 points

πŸ“ Architect β€” 85 points

So don't simply ask:

β€œDO I HAVE 65 POINTS?”

Ask:

β€œHOW COMPETITIVE COULD MY OCCUPATION AND POINTS SCORE BE?”

And if terms like:

EOI
SKILLSELECT
189
190
491
SKILLS ASSESSMENT
STATE NOMINATION
..leave you completely confused, you're definitely not alone.

That's exactly why talking to a migration professional before making major decisions can be so useful.

At DOWN UNDER LIVE this October, you can sit down face-to-face with migration experts and start understanding which pathways may be worth exploring for YOUR circumstances.

πŸ“ BIRMINGHAM β€” EDGBASTON
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 17 October

πŸ“ MANCHESTER β€” OLD TRAFFORD
πŸ—“οΈ Saturday 24 October

πŸ’¬ WHAT'S YOUR OCCUPATION?

Tell us below πŸ‘‡

We'll use some of your answers for upcoming Australia Visa Fact posts.

🌏 Dream Under A Different Set of Stars

πŸ‘‰ FOLLOW DOWN UNDER LIVE for Australian jobs, visa updates, exhibitors and life Down Under.

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Bath
BA12PH

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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