Wendy Chong is the founder and energy behind Home Run Realty, and she help many recent migrants navigate the property market in Australia, either for those seeking to rent or to buy a house or apartment. Wendy tells David and Grant what people need to consider, and there are many ideas about the property market raised in this discussion.  To contact Wendy to discuss a way into the property market, head over to her Home Run Reality website or see her introductory video on YouTube. If you...

There are some common mistakes that you need to avoid and some main points that you need to get right when you are applying to become an Australian Citizen. Leading Migration Lawyer, David Bongiorno and I go over the things to get right, and we rejoice in the joys of a Melbourne summer afternoon. Seasons Greetings to you all!

In this episode, meet Jaco Vorster, an Auditor who has built a successful careeer in Australia after coming to Australia from the Rainbow Nation, South Africa. What is similar about the 2 Commonwealth countries, with a love for cricket and rugby?  What is different?  Let's find out!

Paul Cott, from Law on Lydiard, returns with an important update for anybody who thinks they may be a Casual worker in Australia. The law covering casual employees has changed, so you need to be aware of what your circumstances might be following this change.

David Bongiorno tells Grant what the state of play is regarding travel and visas as we come into November.  Things seem to change every day, so keep listening, and checking out David on social media, to get the latest. Is this the new normal.  Let's see!?

David runs through the latest news from the Aust Government - leaving Australia, update on Visitor visas, Qld delays the state-nominated skilled migration program, NSW Business and Skilled Migration (subclass 491) is open for all of October and David gives his tips for if you have to leave Australia at the moment.

New South Wales has opened it's state-sponsored program, for General Skilled Migration, for those already living in New South Wales, and can satisfy a range of criteria, that David Bongiorno and Grant Williams, explore in detail in this episode. This program is based on the skilled occupations list for New South Wales.

Not a lot that needs to be said about this episode - it is aimed at a very particular cohort (haven't we heard a lot about that word in the countless medical updates and press conferences, during the pandemic?!) - medical students, studying onshore (in Australia) and who complete final year in 2021. David takes you through his tips and tricks, so that you become a fully-fledged medical professional.  Congratulations on completing your study, and doing it in such an extraordinary period in...

David and Grant are joined for this episdoe by Sara Bogdanovic, who has arrived in Australia from Serbia, via the circuitous route via Zimbabwe and then to New Zealand. What was it like to be white non-English speakers in the post-colonial Zimbabwe?  What are the similarities and differences between Australia and New Zealand, through the eyes of Balkan Europeans who have settled in Africa? This is a fascinating view of life in the Antipodes.

David and Grant are joined today by Michael Glasser, who came to Australia as a child from South Africa, and has carved out a career in the highly competitive Social Media space, and along the way, has become somewhat of an expert on Burgers. Michael has become a leader in his field, advising clients of all sizes how to make the most of their social media presence. You can check out MIchael at firstmove.com.au

Victoria has opened up the programs for the sub-class 190 and sub-class 491 visas, for State-sponsored General Skilled Migration. David Bongiorno steps through how to determine if you are eligible to apply, and the requirements of these programs offered by the State of Victoria.

Sometimes we are unaware of the communities that exist within the larger community! Meet Zdung, an accountant and restaurant owner, who is also an entertainer, with a very high profile as a singer. Zdung supports international stars in some of Melbourne's largest venues, and has toured in her own right. Discover another part of the nightlife in multicultural Melbourne.

In this episode we meet Vy, a social worker who helps those in difficult circumstances in Melbourne. Vy tells David and Grant some of the most challenging aspects of her job, and we trace her journey from Vietnam to Australia.

SO, you have embarked on your migration adventure, you are in Australia, you have found that special someone, and it's that time when you consider getting married! Congratulations if that is you! How can you do it? Do you have to do it in a church or other religious institution? Can you avoid any faith-based ceremonies all together? How long does it take? You have questions.....  Our guest, marriage celebrant, Matt Finch has answers.

Are you (or do you know someone who is) completing your studies in mid year or end of year 2021, an International student, studying IN AUSTRALIA, and will be applying for a 485 Temporary Graduate visa to pursue work after graduating?  Then this episode is for you .  Important refresher on how and when to get your application in.

The New South Wales State government announced that it was about to begin accepting a limited amount of international students.  How will it work? Who is coming? What courses are included? David Bongiorno and Grant Williams check out what has been announced.

In this episode we speak with Corinna Galliano, PhD, an expert in international business and management, who came from Italy to further her academic career. She is currently teaching and developing courses at the University of Sydney.  Recently, Corinna hasbeen designing and teaching a innovative unit called Leading in a post-crisis world, which is certainly going to be needed as the world emerges from a pandemic. 

In this episode, David Bongiorno and Grant are joined by Cynthia Peretz, who has an interesting migration story of her own to tell, and over 20 years in Australia, she has a detailed knowledge of the property market in Australia, particularly Melbourne. As a Buyer's Advocate, Cynthia helps people negotiatle all the traps and tricky things that can confront inexperienced buyers.  Loads of useful tips here for anyone about to enter the property market.

Chris Andrews was a kid from Grimsby in the UK who loved golf, and he wanted to make it his career. Like so many young people in the UK, Chris wanted to see the sights of Australia, pat a kangaroo, check out the surf at Bondi and cuddle a koala. So Chris got himself a working holiday visa, worked hard on a farm and secured a second visa to spend more time enjoying Australia. Hear his story.

Our Guest today is Belle Lim, the current President of the Council of International Students Australia.  Belle is undertaking a Doctorate studying cancer genomics, working part time AND undertaking advocacy work and policy advice on behalf of the 700,000 students from all over the world who choose to study in Australia.  Belle has some very considered opinions about the current state of the 'education industry' in Australia, and how the students now view Australia. Essential listening.

At the height of the Covid lockdown, as a Melbourne winter was taking hold, a sympathetic restaurant owner took it upon himself to feed the hoards of International students who found themselves trapped in the city. @davidbongiorno meet Alan Chong and hear the story. Alan runs Tian 38 and used his kitchen to dispense up to 700 meals a day for people who really needed a hand at a very difficult time. You will love Alan. We do!

Year after year, no matter where you are in Australia, it is proved over and over why insurance is something you need to consider. It can be a natural disaster, or just an accident or mishap that can befall on anyone, but insurance helps people carry on with life after misfortune, but it's a complex area, especially for business. SO, we talked to an expert, Lyndon Holland from CBD Insurance to help you get a grip on a difficult subject.

In this episode we meet Dr. Ram, and emergency medicine specialist, who has a very interesting career path and has skills that are in demand all over the world. Ram's background gives some clues to the origin of his obsession with the game of cricket, and Ram gives his opinion on the best places to watch this game around the world. We discuss how his valuable skills have allowed him to work all over the world, and where is home.

The Australian Government has foreshadowed changes to the way Parter/Spouse/Fiance/Prospective Marriage visa will operate in the future - perhaps June/July 2021. David Bongiorno, leading immigration lawyer, takes us through the expected changes, and Grant puts forward some potential scenarios that may confront sponsors and applicants in the new "pre-arroved" regime, that will begin later in the year. There is also a little commentary about where the show is being listened to.