Australia’s Infrastructure Push Highlights Urgent Need for Skilled Engineers

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Engineers Australia has welcomed an updated national infrastructure roadmap released by Infrastructure Australia, highlighting the importance of engineering expertise in improving infrastructure productivity. The updated Infrastructure Priority List identifies five national focus areas aimed at addressing major challenges in transport, water security and energy systems. The priorities include developing high-productivity freight networks, improving ports capacity…

VETASSESS Updates OSAP and TSS Assessment Programs

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VETASSESS has changed its Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP) and TSS Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) assessment programs following updates introduced by Trades Recognition Australia, affecting application intake, occupations assessed, and fees. Under the changes, VETASSESS has paused acceptance of new Stage 1 Documentary Evidence Assessment applications from 9:00 AM (AEDT) on 13 March 2026 until…

VETASSESS Introduces Migration Digital Badges

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VETASSESS has issued over 360 verified migration digital badges to applicants who achieve a successful skills assessment outcome, expanding its credential recognition system for qualified professionals. Successful applicants will continue receiving official outcome letters confirming their assessment results. They will also be granted a VETASSESS digital badge linked to their assessed occupation. Some occupations may…

VETASSESS Implements Multifactor Authentication to Protect Client and Agent Accounts

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From 2 March 2026, VETASSESS will require multifactor authentication (MFA) for its Agent Login Portal to strengthen data security and protect sensitive client information from unauthorised access. The change forms part of the organisation’s ongoing efforts to safeguard externally accessible systems and enhance protection of personal and professional data. The new security measure will apply…

Engineers Australia Warns Engineer Shortages Could Worsen Summer Risks

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Engineers Australia warns Australia needs more engineers as hotter temperatures, bushfire danger and growing pressure on infrastructure threaten communities this summer. Decades of warming, dry conditions and expanding urban density are heightening risks to buildings, transport networks and communities near bushfire-prone areas. In response, Engineers Australia urges governments to prioritise engineering-led planning and design, warning…

Professional Skills Assessments to Change as VETASSESS Updates Systems

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VETASSESS overhauled professional skills assessment processes from 01 December 2025, introducing new processing times, identity rules and outcome terminology for migration applicants. By the Numbers VETASSESS confirmed the changes will apply only to professional occupations and will not affect trade assessments. The authority said the updates aim to improve consistency, transparency and turnaround times. Under…

New Skills Assessment Mandatory for Pathway 1 Trade Applicants From 2026

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VETASSESS has announced that all Pathway 1 trade applicants must submit a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Skills (LLND) assessment with their application from January 1, 2026. Pathway 1 is a route for trade skill assessment for people without Australian qualifications. The assessing authority confirmed the change applies to applicants lodging a Documentary Evidence Assessment…

Do You Need a Mandatory Skills Assessment for the Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)?

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If you are applying for Australia’s Skills in Demand (subclass 482) Visa (SID), you may need to complete a mandatory skills assessment before lodging your visa application. A skills assessment is a formal process that verifies whether your qualifications, skills, and work experience meet Australian industry standards for your nominated occupation. It is a key…