The Migration Agency in Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia | Immigration lawyer

The Migration Agency

Locality: Pyrmont, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 8896 6056

Address: 100 Harris Street, Pymont 2009 Pyrmont, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.themigrationagency.com.au

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25.01.2022 FAQ FOR EMPLOYERS & EMPLOYEES: We have been working closely with organisations, employees and family members to provide guidance on how manage the impacts of the coronavirus border closures. Our initial response was to reach out to all our affected clients and evaluate the impact of travel restrictions on their business, and develop remedial action plans. We have now distilled some of the most common queries into a set of FAQs, which we are pleased to share to ensure you hav...e the most accurate information and are in a position to make informed decisions - https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/travel-restrictions-/ Would you like to receive our email alerts? Sign up to our mailing list here: https://lnkd.in/fFZdmNg #coronavirus #faqs #australia #theTMAway #wegetitsorted

25.01.2022 Companies are making rapid decisions to navigate workforce changes due to Coronavirus. But being compliant is critical, and even though we are in uncharted territory with immigration and visa complications, its essential to be aware of your obligations. Are you compliant? ... This guide covers the most important compliance tips for employers. https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/how-to-remain-immigr/

24.01.2022 Read our Essential Guide on Managing Covid-19 and the new border measures for Australia & New Zealand, including FAQs on practical issues we have seen for employers and visa holders. If you need advice on the changes (or simply re-assurance that you're managing things in the correct way!) please contact us. #covid-19 #australia #newzealand #smartmigration #theTMAway #FAQs https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/travel-restrictions-/

24.01.2022 We were delighted to feature at the NPI Groups Property Investment & Migration Showcase in Chandigarh, India. Sarah Thapa shared her insights into the visa solutions for foreign investors to migrate to Australia under the Business Innovation & Investor Visa Program. We look forward to future collaboration with the NPI Group and clients in India. #theTMAway #smartimmigration #immigrationservices #migration #wegetitsorted

24.01.2022 TRAVEL EXEMPTION UPDATE: A travel exemption is now available to holders of a Business Innovation and Investment (subclass 188) visa. Subclass 188 visa holders will now be eligible to travel to Australia and be automatically exempt from travel restrictions and can enter Australia without the need for an individual exemption. The Department of Home Affairs website lists the categories of people who are exempt from having to apply for an individual exemption - it includes Austra...lian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens residing in Australia, diplomats, maritime crew, and now, 188 visa holders. Although the 188 visa is a temporary visa, it is part of a two-step pathway to permanent residence. The announcement reflects the importance of 188 visa holders being allowed to travel to Australia to operate businesses (which in turn, employ Australian workers) and/or manage investments in Australia during the pandemic. #immigration #travel #188visa #travelexemption #australia

23.01.2022 ANNOUNCEMENT: TMA is pleased to announce its new strategic partnership with Transworld Business Advisors, a global business advisory and brokerage firm. Thanks to this new partnership between The Migration Agency and Transworld, international clients can now enjoy fully supported and seamless solutions for investing in quality businesses in Australia and qualify for permanent residency through the Business Innovation & Investor Visa Program. This is part of TMA’s commitment ...to offer clients access to trusted partners to support their investment and migration journey in Australia. It’s very important for an international buyer to work with respected brands in the market, and Transworld is a leading international brand helping clients to select a business to purchase, provide management advice and help with the sale of the business. Read more here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/transworld-australia/

23.01.2022 Strict travel restrictions have been applied in Australia this year due to the COVID-19 outbreak. But the good news is Australia’s borders are gradually re-opening with certain business travellers being cleared to apply for travel permission when they fall into one of the exempt categories - such as travelling national interest, critical skill shortages, or support needs for specific sectors. It’s not necessarily easy to secure a travel exemption, but, in our experience, it’s not impossible in the right circumstances and with a knowledgeable and solutions-oriented team on your side. Read more here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/travel-exemptions-au/

23.01.2022 Our Managing Director, Sarah Thapa travelled in India earlier this year with NPI Group India to talk about investment migration opportunities to Australia. She shares her experience of the city of Chandigarh with its wide avenues, beautiful, lush gardens, and a metropolitan vibe much like Canberra in Australia. "Now more than ever, this is an opportune time to explore opportunities for people from around the world to invest in Australia for those seeking a better quality of... life, financial and health security and access to new opportunities. There are also huge benefits to our economy, and my prediction is that the Business & Investor Visa Program will be a strong area of focus for the Australian Government to attract investment." https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/successful-residence/ #theTMAway #smartimmigration #investorvisa #businessvisa #investmentmigration #citizenshipbyinvestment #australianPR

23.01.2022 We have a special opportunity for a Senior Migration Consultant to join our team at The Migration Agency. Please feel free to share this with any superstar immigration lawyers or migration agents in your network.

23.01.2022 IMPORTANT ALERT: The Government this week announced a new Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL) - a list of skilled occupations that will receive priority visa processing and allow travel exemptions to Australia during the border closures. The 17 occupations on the PMSOL are in the health care, construction and IT sectors and will permit small numbers of skilled workers to travel to Australia to fill urgent skills needs in critical sectors. Visa holders who have... been sponsored by an Australia business in a PMSOL occupation can now request an exemption from Australias travel restrictions, subject to a strict 14 days quarantine on arrival at their expense. Visa applications for all other occupations will still be processed, but priority will be given to occupations on the PMSOL. The full list of priority occupations can be viewed here >>>> https://minister.homeaffairs.gov.au//supporting-australian We are here as your trusted advisor in times of change. If you need immigration advice or would like to start planning for the next phase of business and borders re-opening, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us for a 1-1 discussion at [email protected].

23.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: A travel ban will be imposed on all non resident and non Australian citizens coming into Australia from 9.00pm on Friday (tomorrow), exemptions only for Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family, including spouses, legal guardians and dependants. New Zealand citizens who live in Australia as Australian residents are also exempt, as are New Zealanders transiting to New Zealand. Exemptions for Pacific Islanders transiting to their home countries also apply. This announcement was made by the Australian Prime Minister today. New Zealand has imposed a similar travel ban effective midnight tonight.

23.01.2022 Congratulations to our Managing Director, Sarah Thapa for being short-listed as a Migration Partner of the Year 2020 finalist. We are so proud of your achievements leading The Migration Agency from strength to strength this year, with a deep commitment to clients and providing a great place to work for our team. We also wish all the very best to all the other talented finalists who are doing amazing things in the migration industry. #awards #lawyersweekly #partneroftheyear #immigrationlaw #smartimmigration #theTMAway

22.01.2022 With the year that 2020 has been due to the covid-19 pandemic, and with the current climate around the declining status of the Australian economy, the Federal Budget has been at the forefront of many minds as this is expected to provide a more tangible outline of what can be expected in the year to follow. The Federal Budget 2020-21 was released on 6 October 2020 and with it came a number of changes that impact the immigration industry. The predictions in the budget papers in...dicate that there will be an estimated decrease in the net overseas migration numbers (reducing from 154,000 to 82,800) for the year 2020-21, however, the numbers are expected to gradually increase to approximately 201,000 by 2023-24. The key announcements related to the Department of Home Affairs and the migration program for the year 2021-21 are outlined in our blog. Read more here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/update-federal-budge/

21.01.2022 With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, don't forget to check for any visa requirements before you sign off for the year. TMA’s office will be closed from 23 December 2020 but we'll have key team members on board for any urgent matters. You can contact our office at [email protected]. We will be back on board on Monday 4 January 2021. We would like to wish you and your families a very safe and restorative Christmas and New Year.... Thank you for your continued support this year.

21.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE - Effective 5 March 2020 the Australian Government has issued a travel ban on foreigners coming to Australia from the Republic of Korea (South Korea). In addition, Australian citizens and permanent residents coming from Iran will banned from entry to Australia and those arriving from 1 March required to self-isolate for a period of 14 days after departing Iran consistent with the restrictions for those entering from China. Australian citizens, permanent residents and temporary visa holders have been advised NOT to travel to South Korea or Iran. #covid19

21.01.2022 The Tourism Restart Taskforce established by the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has put forward a proposed timetable for domestic travel, events, and international travel with a travel from Australia to the Pacific and New Zealand re-opening as soon as 1 July. https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/australias-tourism-r/

20.01.2022 We have received many enquiries about financial and social support for temporary visa holders who find themselves out of work. The Australian Government will provide funding to the Australian Red Cross for the next 6 months to deliver emergency relief and casework support to temporary visa holders. Once the Red Cross receives the funding, it will expand assistance to people who are experiencing significant vulnerability, such as food, medicine and crisis accommodation costs. ...Visa holders may be eligible for Red Cross Safety Net support if they are in Australia on a temporary visa, are in urgent financial hardship, cannot access Centrelink, Medicare or similar services, and have no income, savings or other financial support (including from family overseas). Further visa information is available on the Red Cross website. #coronavirus #emergencyrelief See more

20.01.2022 Don't you love it when your external service partner seems like a seamless extension of your team and makes your life easier. Thanks to a strategic partnership between The Migration Agency and K2 Corporate Mobility, a global mobility and relocation provider, Australian and New Zealand businesses and their global talent now have personalised and streamlined immigration and global mobility solutions at their fingertips. Our partnership aligns a strong ethos of personalised, dis...traction-free services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. TMAs clients can benefit from the strategic, customised immigration solutions they know and trust, along with comprehensive relocation and settlement support, all with a single, transparent point of accountability. #theTMAway #wegetitsorted #smartimmigration #seamlessrelocation Sarah Thapa Amit J Thapa

19.01.2022 The family sponsored stream of the subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa has attracted little attention since it was introduced in November 2019, but in light of the recent downturn in invitations for other general skilled migration visas this is an option worth exploring for skilled individuals who have relatives in Australia and hope to achieve permanent residency. Read more about it here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/understanding-the-sk/

19.01.2022 EXCLUSIVE: Exclusive data showcases insights about the Global Talent Independent Visa Program Based on the information we obtained from the Department of Home Affairs, around 10 per cent of applicants who apply for the Global Talent Independent Visa are rejected. This is surprising, considering applicants had the skill profile to be invited to apply but are still refused during visa processing. If you want to know what it takes to get a successful outcome on your Global Tale...nt Visa application read our exclusive report, which showcases data and insights not readily available to the public. Read more: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/exclusive-data-showc/

17.01.2022 We are frequently asked about sponsoring employees from abroad. At face value, it sounds complicated or time-consuming, or out of reach for businesses that may be smaller or dont have international connections or operations. The truth is that many businesses miss out on the opportunity to recruit foreign talent simply because they dont know the facts. This guide points out some of the common myths surrounding the sponsorship of foreign workers in Australia, and shows how practically any business of any size benefits from international talent. #theTMAway #smartimmigration #wegetitsorted #immigrationstrategy

17.01.2022 Financial Support for Jobseekers: There is financial support soon to be available for newly arrived residents who have lost their job or had work hours reduced due to the Coronavirus. Once the legislation is passed, the usual 2 or 4 year waiting period will be waived. The Social Services Minister has also announced yesterday that the Government is exploring how it can assist other foreign workers who have lost their jobs but are unable to return home, such as such workers in... the tourism and hospitality sectors. Thanks to Allanah Maguire for sharing this update.

15.01.2022 IMPORTANT ALERT: BUSINESS TRAVEL EXEMPTIONS The Australian Border Force Commissioner has broadened the travel exemption pathways available for foreign workers with critical skills or working in sectors critical to Australias economic recovery. These changes take effect from 28 July 2020. Contact us for assistance with your travel exemption or visa application for critical business travel. [email protected] #travelexemptions #businesstravel #coronavirusupdates #Australianimmigration #theTMAway #wegetitsorted

14.01.2022 UPDATE: A second announcement regarding additional labour market testing requirements for employers spells significant changes for organisations wanting to hire global talent. The new requirements, which came into effect on 3 September, mean employers will need to undertake additional advertising for nominations lodged after September 30. Employers must now advertise a vacancy on the Governments Jobactive website for 28 days, in addition to usual advertising criteria (two na...tional advertisements). This measure aims to ensure that Australian citizens and permanent resident job seekers are given opportunities for employment, before overseas workers. It is also anticipated that the Department will use the platform to verify whether employers are making genuine attempts to offer vacant roles to unemployed Australians. If you need immigration advice on labour market testing in the current economic climate, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us for a 1-1 discussion at [email protected].

14.01.2022 The experts have recommended to restore skilled migration numbers to pre-Covid levels to support Australias economic recovery, and the Prime Minister agrees cutting immigration would hurt the economy. Given the global and local circumstances, it is inevitable that immigration rates will fall in the short term but we can't use it as excuse to permanently shut our doors to talent and skills. Diversity + Innovation = Growth #theTMAway

13.01.2022 Congratulations Brenda Kemunto Amoro recipient of our Rising Star Award for 2020. Since joining The Migration Agency, Brenda has shown she is a powerhouse of research and technical skills to manage some of the more complex immigration issues, and she has an empathetic approach to our clients achieving exceptional customer service feedback when taking the lead. She accelerated her development plan to achieve a step up in her career by the new year, and has blown us away with her dedication to her goals. Thanks Brenda for all your hard work over 2020 and well done on your promotion to Senior Consultant. #globaltalent #careergoals #theTMAway #immigration #smartimmigration

13.01.2022 Happy International Womens Day. Im so happy to be spending the day with these special women. Some of the most supportive, passionate, and dedicated women I know. - Sarah Thapa We couldnt agree more! #theTMAway #EachforEqual #iwd

12.01.2022 Our team have been pulling out all stops, and it's great to be recognised by clients like Sikhi.

11.01.2022 While international borders arent likely to open in Australia until 2021, there is still a lot of activity in the immigration space. Stay abreast of the current trends in visa processing, travel exemptions, the staged re-opening of Australia's borders, and understand what to expect with current immigration applications with the latest article in our Knowledge Centre. #theTMAway #smartimmigration #covid19 #travelrestrictions #australianvisa

10.01.2022 The Australian government is offering new and extended visa options to business owners, investors, skilled workers and students from Hong Kong. We understand that this announcement has resulted in many questions for those affected by the unrest in Hong Kong, and the need for trusted migration advice about possible pathways to relocate their families and businesses. Please contact us if you need advice about how these special arrangements for Hong Kong nationals apply to your ...situation. #hongkong #skilledmigration #investmentmigration #globaltalent

10.01.2022 Travel bans and border closures, remote working and social distancing. Have all of these recent announcements left you with unanswered questions about how to manage the impact on your visa, your foreign workers or family members? We are here to help. For the rest of March we are offering heavily discounted rates on our 1:1 consultations to provide employers, employees and family members access to practical advice. Use the discount code March100 for a $100 discount on our vid...eo consultations (usually $300, reduced to $200 for the rest of March). Book here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/book #theTMAway #smartmigration #wegetitsorted

09.01.2022 Our rising star, Poorvaja Nirmaleswaran is a finalist in the 30 Under 30 Lawyers Weekly Awards. We'll be cheering for you tonight, we are proud to see you featured among a very talented cohort of young immigration lawyers. #30under30 #awards #risingstar #finalist #thefutureofimmigration #lawyersweekly

09.01.2022 Visa conditions for international student nurses will be relaxed to provide workforce cover for aged care facilities, home care providers and other health care workers due to Covid-19. International student nurses and other aged care workers will be able to work more than the 40 hours a fortnight that they are currently. There are currently around 900 approved providers of residential aged care employers and around 1,000 approved providers of Home Care Packages. There are currently around 20,000 international student nurses studying in Australia. Read more here: bit.ly/covid_immigration

08.01.2022 *BREAKING NEWS* The Australian Government has implemented strict new travel restrictions and travel advice to reduce the risk of the spread of novel coronavirus. Effective immediately, foreign nationals (excluding Au permanent residents) who are in mainland China from 1 February 2020, will not be allowed to enter Australia for 14 days from the time they have left or transited through mainland China. Australian citizens and permanent residents may still be able to enter, as w...ill their immediate family members (spouses, legal guardians or dependants only), but will be subject to quarantine measures. The official travel advice is to avoid travel to China at this time. Companies doing business in China should consider restricting all non-essential business travel to China to ensure the safety of their personnel. Employees who are travelling on business in China should leave as soon as possible. Further advice on Australias travel ban will be provided as new information is available. #china #immigration #travelban #coronavirus https://www.foreignminister.gov.au//updated-travel-advice-

08.01.2022 The Global Talent Scheme is an employer sponsored visa program for companies to sponsor skilled workers who dont fit neatly into an occupation listed on the list of eligible skilled occupations. Does your business have new economy skills that arent defined in the skill lists? TMA recently worked with a national urban design firm to successfully create a pathway to sponsor urban designers the results were phenomenal.... Read more here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/new-category-of-skil/

08.01.2022 UPDATE: Top 5 Tips to Maintain PR After Approval While a permanent residency visa enables you and your family members to live and work indefinitely in Australia, there can be confusion around what permanent residence means and how to maintain it. We have created this guide for PR visa holders to outline our top tips to keep in mind to maintain your permanent residency and perhaps, apply for Australian citizenship in future.... Read more: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/top-5-tips-to-mainta/

07.01.2022 Australian citizenship applications are still progressing, with citizenship ceremonies being held via video link due to social distancing measures. Need help with applying for Australian citizenship? Contact us for assistance, our $100 discount has been extended for the month of April Booking link: https://themigrationagency.as.me/?appointmentType=1699856... Discount code: March100 See more

07.01.2022 The Coronavirus pandemic is unlike anything the modern world has experienced. Even in its infancy, it had a the planet, brought strong economies to a grinding halt, and stopped all human movement including immigration in its tracks. This begs the question, what does the future of immigration look like post corona? Sarah Thapa shares her insights. https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/what-does-the-future/ #immigration #covid19 #theTMAway #thoughtleaders

06.01.2022 INSIGHT: The Impact of COVID-19 on Employer-Sponsored Visas With the COVID-19 pandemic still impacting businesses, you may be curious about the effects of the pandemic on employer-sponsored visas. We have been actively following decision-making trends and policy changes to prepare this guide for employers and employees covering must-know points regarding the impact of COVID-19 on TSS and ENS visas in Australia. Read more: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/the-impact-of-covid-/

06.01.2022 Over the past month, we have been holding Virtual Coffee Catchups with our clients and partners to check in on how everyone is going, share some insights on immigration, and chat about opportunities post-corona. With online webinars and social content galore, we wanted to take a more personalised approach and we're enjoying getting to know our clients outside of structured meetings. We've had some amazing conversations! So we would love to extend the invitation if you are a business owner or HR professional and have a burning question, need a second opinion, or simply want to catch up for a chat over coffee. You can book a Virtual Coffee Catchup by sending us an email [email protected].

06.01.2022 We still have some places left for our first webinar for 2020. If you are looking for some practical visa solutions for recruitment of global talent in 2020, you won't want to miss this event. Sign up today! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/how-to-with-sarah-thapa-202 #immigration #insights #theTMAway #smartimmigration #2020 #trends

05.01.2022 While international borders aren’t likely to open in Australia until 2021, there is still a lot of activity in the immigration space. Stay abreast of the current trends in visa processing, travel exemptions, the staged re-opening of Australia's borders, and understand what to expect with current immigration applications with the latest article in our Knowledge Centre. #theTMAway #smartimmigration #covid19 #travelrestrictions #australianvisa

05.01.2022 We love to celebrate diversity in our team and community, and for this International Womens Day we are proud to be supporting and watching one of our talented lawyers, @Poorvaja Nirmaleswaran perform in the Kaaviya Nayaki Dance Performance. All proceeds will go to the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence (NCIE) and their Sisters and Aunties exercise program which improves maternal healthcare and provides a culturally safe setting for physical activity. #InternationalWomensDay #EachforEqual #thetmaway

05.01.2022 Were excited to relaunch our webinar series How to: with Sarah Thapa. Our first event is next Thursday, 13 February at 10am 11am. We will be sharing our insights into what to expect in immigration in 2020 including some visa changes and new benefits for employers and skilled professionals. Sign up today. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/how-to-with-sarah-thapa-202 #immigration #insights #theTMAway #smartimmigration

05.01.2022 The Migration Agency was founded out of a vision to help companies to and individuals to access top talent and employment opportunities through smart and strategic immigration. Over time it became apparent that not only did businesses need help with the legalities of hiring global talent, they also needed help identifying where the talent was located and to fill skilled positions. Not having the right people in the right positions at the right time can potentially create operational risk for the business. And thats why we are delighted about our new venture Global Talent Agency, which offers the full international recruitment solution to help clients attract, hire and mobilise the best talent from around the world to their business. #smartimmigration #theTMAway #wegetitsorted #globaltalent #smartrecruitment

05.01.2022 The entrepreneurial desire to innovate and grow remains strong, despite the uncertain climate created by COVID-19 and challenges it has posed for business owners. Immigration and global talent are top-of-mind topics, and it is still possible for innovative companies and entrepreneurs to take advantage of Australias visa programs, despite current limitations. Sarah Thapa recently presented at the Sydney Landing Pad, an event by Haymarket HQ to help fast-growing, innovative companies in Asia gain a foothold in the Australian market.

04.01.2022 2020 has been a massive year and I’m so proud of what The Migration Agency team achieved. It’s not all been rosey. In March, Australia’s borders closed and we had no idea what was in store. It was a difficult time to make commercial decisions with little information, but we chose to keep our team together. One of our values is We Have Each Other’s Back. Having a team aligned to our mission and values is supremely important, as is a solid network of advisors and partners to na...vigate a path forward. To everyone in my team who chose to step up and be brave rather than freak out or check out, I thank you. I honestly couldn’t have done it without you. Here is an insight into our 2020: 465 new clients helped with advice or an application initiated. 12 travel exemptions, resulting in reunited families and repatriated staff. 381 new DOHA applications, out of which 2 were refused for COVID-related reasons. This is a solid approval rating of 99.48%. 31 industry briefing sessions attended, thanks to the Migration Institute of Australia 22 client RFI submissions addressing Covid-related issues. Its not quite been the year we planned, but overall there have been many learnings and I’m ready for 2021. Happy new year everyone Sarah Thapa

04.01.2022 CASE STUDY: The Global Talent Independent Program is an exciting opportunity for skilled individuals working in innovative fields, as it provides a fast-tracked pathway to permanent residency once invited. TMA’s immigration experts have been working on a range of cases on the ground with leading organisations, assisting them to secure top international talent quickly and effectively. Read more here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/how-tma-has-helped-c/

03.01.2022 Following the pandemic, investment migration has become a central area of focus for Australia. Following the Budget announcement last week, invitations for business and investor visas are expected to recommence soon after a month-long suspension. A strategic approach is necessary to obtain an investor visa. At TMA, we specialise in helping our clients build compelling cases that lead to successful visa lodgements. We assist with each step from start to finish, including the ...feasibility test, preparation, nomination application, lodgement, and confirmation. Read more here: https://www.themigrationagency.com.au/investor-visas-open-/

02.01.2022 Updates for 457/482 Visa Holders: The Government has announced that temporary visa holders including 457/482 employees cannot access the JobKeeper wage subsidy. 457/482 visa holders who are stood down but not laid off can remain in Australia on their current visa without risk of cancellation and apply to renew their visa. Reductions to work hours are acceptable without breaching visa conditions. 457/482 visa holders who lose their job will continue to need to find another spo...nsor within 60 days or depart Australia. They can access up to $10,000 of their superannuation to support living costs during this financial year. It is still unclear how the Department will assess the need for the position or Labour Market Testing for future TSS nominations, if unemployment rises in the Australian labour market. #thetmaway #jobkeeper #smartmigration #wegetitsorted #coronavirus

01.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone! It has been a crazy fun and exciting month for TMA - we've hit the ground running with new clients, new applications and successful visa approvals. We also started the year by taking on the Happiness Challenge with Clarissa Rayward, the Happy Lawyer, Happy Life extraordinaire. Here are the 7 things we took out of the challenge: #1 - Booking in our leave means we've got something excited to look forward to and it's helping us work extra hard knowing a b...reak is just around the corner #2 - We spruced up our office by moving into a larger office and have added a few green friends to the mix #3 - 2020 is about connecting with our clients and making sure our services are exceptional. We're creating more room for growth and nurturing our working relationships to a new standard #4 - We're keeping healthy. One of our staff member has taken up the free yoga sessions offered at TMA's offices #5 - We've introduced Fun Thursday Lunch - taking a break from our busy schedule to reconnect with each other #6 - Our "Pick Me Up" is celebrating our wins - life as immigration lawyers can be quite tough but we love it and we're making sure we celebrate our wins more often in 2020. A visa granted is a life changed! #7 - And finally, to Pay It Forward, our new Culture Champions Mylinh and Agnes will look into ways to enhance our performance and also help cultivate changes that will help our environment and humanity If you haven't taken on the challenge from Clarissa, we highly recommend it! #theTMAway #smartimmigration #happinesschallenge #wegetitsorted #happylawyerhappylife

01.01.2022 UPDATE: Foodbank Christmas Food Drive With Christmas only days away, TMA's Christmas Food Drive in our office building has helped collect items for distribution to food relief organisations supporting people in need. Foodbank is one of our wonderful charity partners, they supplied an incredible 77 million meals to over 2,400 charities and 2,000 schools last year. Right now, there is a deficit of food available for charities in NSW and ACT who are having to turn away 10,000 p...eople a month. Due to COVID, food insecurity is increasing and more people have been forced to go without food due to loss of employment. Our small contribution will helpfully mean some families are fed over the holidays, students get meals so they can keep paying rent, and the elderly who can’t get to the shops themselves receive nutritious food. Sarah Thapa