On 1 MarchΒ 2019, Minister Coleman announced that applications to sponsor a parent for a Sponsored parent (Temporary) visa will be open fromΒ 17 April 2019. The visa provides parents with a new pathway to temporarily reunite with their children and grandchildren in Australia, while ensuring that taxpayers are not required to cover additional costs for a… Continue reading New 5 years visa available for parents from 17 April 2019