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Eligible skilled workers who are already in Australia and were working in critical sectors during the pandemic will now have the opportunity to stay back with a pathway to Australian residency. The government has also announced that it will extend the visa period for many visa holders who were affected due to the pandemic. Melbourne-based migration agent Edward Francis explains.


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By Delys Paul

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Eligible skilled workers who are already in Australia and were working in critical sectors during the pandemic will now have the opportunity to stay back with a pathway to Australian residency. The government has also announced that it will extend the visa period for many visa holders who were affected due to the pandemic. Melbourne-based migration agent Edward Francis explains.



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