Before Senate
Skilled Worker Visa Reform Bill
Introduced30 January 2025
In plain English
Overhauls the skilled migration program to prioritise occupations in healthcare, engineering, and technology sectors.
The case on both sides
AI-assisted summary of public arguments — labelled per our editorial rules.
Supporters say
Cuts visa processing from 12 months to 3. Addresses critical skill shortages in health and tech.
Critics say
May increase migration when housing is under pressure. Unions worry about undercutting local workers.
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