The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, has announced a number of measures that will ensure the 2008-09 Skilled Migration Program is better targeted and more responsive to the changing needs of the economy.  Employers are advised that employer sponsored visas are given priority. Further information is available below:

Minister's media release 
Minister's ministerial statement 
Fact Sheet 
Frequently Asked Questions
Critical Skills List

McLaren Vale Lavender

McLaren Vale Lavender is a family business, established in 1990 on a small acreage of land nestled among the hills, vineyards and valleys of the world renowned McLaren Vale wine district of South Australia. It is here we grow Lavandula x intermedia Miss Donnington, a variety of English lavender perfectly suited to our limestone soil. The flowers are harvested each January and then distilled slowly and gently to release the pure essential oil extract and lavender distillate water. The lavender essential oil and water are used in all the botanical skin care products, which we carefully manufacture on site.McLaren Vale Lavender specialises in the manufacture of premium, hand-made skin care for men and women. Our extensive range of facial moisturises, hand and body creams and treatment oils are a result of over 20 years experience and research which have enabled us to develop optimal formulas, oils and botanical combinations. The products are a reflection of this, not what happens to be in fashion, or flavour of the month.Ingredients used by McLaren Vale Lavender are selected for natural purity and are the finest quality available in Australia. Our products do not contain artificial ingredients, petrochemicals, colourings, synthetic perfumes or additives. The skin care creams are preserved with rosemary seed extract and benzoin (natural plant based preservatives and antioxidants).ContactContact Numbers: Phone: (08) 8323 7523Mobile: 0418 818 789Business Address:Kays Road,McLaren Vale, South Australia Hours of Business: 9am - 5pm (Visits by appointment) Postal Address:McLaren Vale Lavender81 Main RoadMcLaren Vale, South Australia 5171Email:info@mclarenvalelavender.com.au

CAPPY'S CORNER STORE AND POST OFFICE

Mildura is one of Australias fastest growing regions, with major projects underway including Solar Industry, Major Shopping Developments, Riverfront Developments and Residential Housing expansion. Cappys is a well known convenience store which has remained in the same ownership for 20 years. The business is situated in a high traffic local precinct within Mildura City. It offers full Post Office facilities including Post Office boxes, Newsagency items including Giftware, Greeting Cards, Wrapping Paper, Stationery, Computer Consumables Newspapers. Cappys also provides a significant range of Groceries, including Milk, Bread, Soft Drinks, Icecreams, Confectionery, etc. Secure lease in place Annual sales turnover in excess of $1M Well trained highly experienced staff in place Owner now wishes to retire The business offers an excellent opportunity for hands on operators / family to build on the solid trading base provided by the Proprietors. For sale at $330,000 plus stockPlease contact Doug Willats 08 8334 0677 or 0412 089 575