How do MATES visas work for 3000 Indian early-career professionals?

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The Australian Federal Government's Budget, released on Tuesday (May 14), announced the commencement of the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early Professionals Scheme (MATES) on November 1. RaySel provides a detailed explanation.

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Dr Samantha Pillay, OAM (right); Pillay family photo, circa 1960s

Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) recipient Dr Samantha Pillay

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A grand Pongal celebration in Sydney!

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Federal Member for Parramatta Dr. Andrew Charlton have extended their heartfelt congratulations to the Tamil community in Australia in celebration of Pongal Festival and Tamil Heritage Month.

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