Australian Border Force intercepts 34 kg of cocaine hidden in roll-on/roll-off cargo at Fremantle
Air-travel meltdown strands thousands as Jetstar and Qantas log 11 cancellations and 302 severe delays nationwide
Budget 2026-27 Keeps Migration Cap at 185,000 but Shifts 70 % of Places On-shore
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Severe Storm Grounds Flights and Disrupts Supply Chains across Western Australia
An intense low hit Western Australia on 31 May, cancelling flights, closing ports and cutting power to tens of thousands. Airlines have issued change waivers and logistics firms halted road and sea freight until conditions ease, underscoring how extreme weather can ripple through mobility and supply chains.
Home Affairs Data Shows Skilled Visa Processing Speeds Up in May 2026 Update
Latest Department of Home Affairs figures show median processing times for key skilled visas have improved by one to two months. Employers still need decision-ready files, but the data point to a more predictable pipeline ahead of July’s higher salary thresholds.