Journey to Oz

In this episode of the Journey to Oz podcast, we chat to Jacqx, who migrated to Australia from France in 1969. We discuss the migration-purpose voyage, the Australian skill shortages of the 1960s and 1970s, and what it was like as a child growing up in a foreign country.Once she learnt the English language, Jacqx later found her passion for storytelling, and today she is a published playwright and author with a passion for life stories and true stories.If you are wanting to share your life story, you can reach out to Jacqx at www.jacqx.com, or [email protected] you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

In this episode of the Journey to Oz podcast we chat with Robyn Vogels, the owner of Personnel Relocations and co-author of Your DIY Move to Australia - an Amazon Best seller. Robyn has a lot of firsthand relocation experience after moving internationally several times before settling in Australia. Over the last 15 years she has helped many families migrate to Australia by supporting and mentoring them through the relocation process. Robyn and the team at Personnel Relocations help families to find and secure a rental property, suitable schooling for children, saving money on the right removalist, assistance opening a bank account and many other settling-in services. The services they provide not only make moving more cost-effective but less stressful as well.The Personnel Relocations website is full of great resources to have you plan your move to Australia:  www.personnelrelocations.com.auYour DIY Move to Australia is available to buy on Amazon: www.amazon.com/Your-D-I-Y-Move-Guide-Australia/dp/B08DSYPBF4 If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

In this episode of the Journey to Oz podcast, we chat with Chinese-Australian Lily, who migrated to Australia 10 years ago after a heart warming chat with her son, leaving the corporate world in China to start fresh in Australia. Lily now owns a successful business in Australia, but her journey to this point, like many migrant women, was not easy. Lily's business, Hygea, is a mobile platform where users book residential cleaning service at ease by selecting the most preferred cleaner available; cleaners can earn money by focusing on service quality instead of having to worry about finding cleaning jobs. For all Service providers, even if they don't have any cleaning experience, they can join Hygea for quality training and start earning. Find out more at https://hygeaapp.com/ If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

In this episode we discuss we discuss not only the increases to various Visa Application Charges, but also the process that occurs annually so that you can prepare for this year and future years, such as the temporary removal of the BPay function and the annual IMMIAccount closure. If you like what you have heard then please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

In this episode we speak to Aaron about his journey to Australia. Aaron had quite a challenge in getting permanent residency after having a conviction and a prison sentence in the United Kingdom for perverting the course of justice in his role as a police officer. Which sounds quite bad but it was actually quite a noble act that led to the conviction. He then adopted a child with his husband and they are now living happily together in Melbourne as a family. If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

Reeva runs 'Proudly South African In Perth', a website that comprehensively covers relocation budgets, has a cost-of-living calculator, and has a wealth of knowledge about resettlement and travel tips. Originally from South Africa, Reeva shares this knowledge through her own experiences of migrating to Australia in 2013 after stints in both the UK and France. We discuss Reeva's upbringing, her time spent in Europe, and a deep dive into her sense of online community. Proudly South African in Perth is a highly informative website for anyone worldwide looking to relocate to Australia, with a cost of living calculator, a budget planner, checklists, tips on how to open a bank account, find a job, transfer money to Australia, which can be found on the website https://proudlysouthafricaninperth.com/ and useful updates on the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ProudlySouthAfricanInPerthIf you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

In this episode we discuss the migration planning levels that were announced recently as part of the federal budget. We explain how the places have been distributed and how we think this may affect processing times in the skilled, employer sponsor and family visa categories.You can also read a blog on this same topic by visiting the Hansen Migration website:  https://www.hansenmigration.com.au/blog/australian-migration-planning-levels-2022-2023If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

Kamy and Duni are both originally from Sri Lanka and met almost 4 years ago. We discuss how they met, how they explained their relationship to their families, the prospective marriage visa application process and what it's like for Kamy to be a transgender person in a country where being transgender is not commonly accepted. We also deliver them some very exciting news which they were happy to include in this episode of the podcast. We also speak to Bronte Price who is is gay marriage celebrant and an advocate for LGBTIQ+ rights as part of his work as an educator with the Equality Network. We discuss his LGBTIQ+ inclusion training, what it's like for LGBTIQ+ couple to live in countries where they are mostly not accepted, as well as the process of getting married in Australia, LGBTIQ+ rights and how this is gradually changing in Australia. If you would like to connect with Bronte as a marriage celebrant or an educator please visit either of the below websites:https://gaycelebrant.melbourne/https://theequalitynetwork.com.au/ If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

After serving as a soldier in the special forces for the Israeli Defence Force, Avi moved to Australia in 2006, when he sold art door-to-door while studying as a student. Fast forward to today and he now owns a successful art retail business, Fantastic Framing, that has stores around Australia. We talk about his journey as well as how he has managed to expand his retail business during the pandemic which has seen so many others in the retail sector suffer. Avi also discusses the benefit of the latest Employer Sponsored Visa changes to his business, which Evan discusses in detail at the conclusion of the episode. If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening. 

We speak to Monika and Matt about how they met and how they decided to settle in Melbourne. We discuss stage 1 and stage 2 of Monika's partner visa application, her citizenship application and becoming parents of two young children. This is quite a light hearted interview that will probably give you a few chuckles. We also provide some good news updates regarding Ali from episode 5 and Kristina from episode 10.If you like what you have heard please subscribe and leave us a review.The Journey to Oz Podcast is produced by:Nick Hansen from Hansen MigrationMARN: 1679147www.hansenmigration.com.auEvan Bishop from Worldly MigrationMARN: 1679414www.worldlymigration.comPlease visit either of our websites to book a free consultation.DisclaimerAny information discussed in this podcast is made available for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. We do not make any guarantee or accept any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of the information discussed. The laws of Australia can change without notice and we do not have a duty or obligation to update any information. Listening to this podcast does not mean you have an agent to client relationship with Hansen Migration or Worldly Migration or any associated Migration Agents, lawyers or other service providers. You should obtain advice from a Registered Migration Agent or an Immigration Lawyer before acting on any of the content discussed in this podcast. You can find a list of Registered Migration Agents by visiting www.mara.gov.au. The information contained within this podcast may not be reproduced without our prior written consent. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of land throughout Australia and pay respect to their elders, we extend that respect to all aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders today. Thank you for listening.