Middle-East conflict triggers worst freight disruption for Australian shippers since COVID-19
Core Skill income thresholds for employer-sponsored 482 / 186 visas set to rise from 1 July 2026
Government warns 115,000 Australians overseas not to cancel flights as Middle East airspace shuts
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Australia doubles Temporary Graduate visa fee, sparking backlash from international students
The application fee for Australia’s Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa doubled without warning on 3 March 2026, jumping from A$2,300 to A$4,600. Student leaders say the move treats graduates like “ATMs” and may push talent to competitor countries, while universities warn of enrolment declines. Employers should expect more graduates to seek corporate sponsorship, increasing mobility budgets.
ABC explainer: How the Iran–Israel war is disrupting flights for Australian travellers
ABC News breaks down which airlines are offering fee-free changes, how long suspensions might last and why travel insurance is unlikely to pay out. The piece helps Australian travellers and corporate mobility teams understand practical next steps while the Middle East hub network is severely disrupted.