The federal government has introduced new visas to meet migrant needs surrounding family reunion, aged care and religious worship.
Federal Immigration Minister David Coleman has announced three new visa categories with the general election fast approaching.
Minister Coleman says the new visas will help fill in the gaps that migrants have long been campaigning to be filled.
A new temporary Sponsored Parent Visa will allow migrants to bring their parents and grandparents to Australia for longer periods.
The applicants will be allowed to spend time with their families for a continuous period of up to five years, with the opportunity to apply for a second visa for another five years after a short period outside Australia.
