Patel is only the second person of Indian origin to reach the rank of Superintendent, alongside Wellington-based National Partnerships Manager Ethnic, Rakesh Naidoo.
Currently, about one in four professionals in these sectors are on a visa, underscoring the role migration continues to play in meeting workforce needs.
“Be prepared to start over and earn your stripes. It’s not about the rank — it’s your reputation that matters. Know what you want, make the tough calls, and Victoria Police will back you.”
Under the current Skilled Migrant Category settings, applicants can claim between three and six points for qualifications at the level of a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Twelve employees were caught accessing confidential immigration files without authorisation—some driven by curiosity, others attempting to help relatives or friends.
The affected qualifications span crucial sectors including aged care, disability support, early childhood education, and community services—areas already grappling with workforce shortages.
The talks were held from September 28 to 30 and brought together Indian and Australian military officials to discuss cooperation across areas of shared interest.
Since entering Parliament, she has continued to focus on science, technology and innovation, including work associated with Western Australia's 10-year Science and Technology Plan.
The government estimates consumers will save around $1.6 billion a year, while changes to interchange fees and other payment rules are expected to save small businesses about $910 million annually.
