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Important Update: Changes to Ministerial Intervention Requests
The Australian Government has recently introduced significant updates to how Ministerial Intervention (MI) requests are handled under the Migration Act 1958.
Criminal Charge for ‘Indecent Assault’
This is a real case that happened recently. We had a Client (‘E’) that was charged with ‘Indecently Assaulting’ a woman (‘The Complainant’) that he had previously worked with.E was charged with ‘Unlawful and Indecent Assault under section 323 of the Criminal Code Act (WA), where it states:
Australia’s Post-Election Migration Outlook: What Labor’s 2025 Win Means for Migration Policy
Following its re-election in the 2025 federal election, the Albanese government has signalled a renewed focus on reshaping Australia's migration system. With continued pressures on housing, workforce supply, and international education, the government is aiming to strike a delicate balance: reforming migration settings while maintaining the vital contribution of migrants to the Australian economy and society.
Federal Government proposes ban on non-compete clauses
On 25 March 2025 the Federal Government announced, as part of its 2025-26 Federal Budget, that if re-elected, it will introduce a ban on “non-compete” clauses for workers earning less than $175,000, with the proposed ban to take effect from 2027.
First Homeowner Rate of Duty and Off-the-Plan Duty Concession
On 24 March 2025, the State Government announced changes to the value of vacant land and home eligible for the first home owners concessional rate of duty. Changes to extend and expand the off-the-plan duty concession were also announced. These changes apply to transactions entered into from 21 March 2025.
TWO YEAR BAN ON FOREIGN PERSONS BUYING ESTABLISHED HOMES FROM 1 APRIL 2025
On 16 February the Australian Government announced that from 1 April 2025, a ban will be in place for an initial period of 2 years (1 April 2025 to 31 March 2027), preventing foreign persons from applying to buy established dwellings in Australia, unless an exception applies.
Tang Law Proudly Sponsors the WA Pianist Competition 2025
At Tang Law, we are proud to announce our sponsorship of the WA Pianist Competition (WAPC) 2025, an event dedicated to celebrating musical excellence and supporting talented pianists in Western Australia.
Understanding the Superannuation Guarantee Charge (SGC) Changes for 2025
Superannuation compliance remains a key priority for businesses in 2025, with stricter regulations and increased penalties for late payments. Employers must stay up to date with their Superannuation Guarantee (SG) obligations to avoid unnecessary costs and legal consequences.
Introducing the new Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa
As part of the Australian Government's Migration Strategy, the Department of Home Affairs established the new Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) visa on 7 December 2024, replacing the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa. This new visa offers clear pathways to permanent residency via the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa.