Under the program, applicants who are otherwise eligible for a visitor visa may be instructed by a consular officer to post a bond of US$5,000, US$10,000 or US$15,000, with the amount determined at the visa interview.
“Words can’t express how grateful I am—this award reflects the incredible support of my friends, family, colleagues, and supervisors at Gold Coast Health.”
Authorities determined that Sukhdeep Singh is an Indian national who is unlawfully present in the United States, despite being in possession of a California commercial driver’s license.
The program delivers grants across three funding streams — up to $10,000, $100,000 or $400,000 — allowing organisations to invest in skills development, leadership programs, partnerships and long-term sustainability.
Australia is grappling with more than 330,000 unfilled jobs across key industries, even as thousands of qualified permanent migrants remain underemployed, new Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data reveals.
Temple organisers said the site would serve not only as a place of worship, but also as a centre for learning, community service and cultural preservation.
The incident has left the Indian-origin family feeling unsafe in their own home, particularly with a newborn, a toddler, and elderly relatives living with him.
Around 400,000 Indian visitors travelled to Australia in both 2024 and 2025, highlighting the resilience of the market and its growing contribution to the national visitor economy.