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1. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Western Australia is not yet under AHPRA and nurses seeking registration are still processed by NMBWA. Wife and I went to NMBWA last Tuesday to accomplish some docs and effect payment of the Au$60 fee...a check on the registry this pm confirmed the r...

2. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Heads up nurses... Just to inspire everyone who are planning to do the bridging/conversion in Oz. Wifey together with 7 Pinoy nurses who took the 6 months bridging program at Curtin University got their registration today :). After all the sleepless...

3. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   That's the spirit Milkyong! Go give it a shot....Hey everyone, let's take this as a challenge and don't let the info I shared stop anyone from taking the BP or Conversion. This setback may only be temporary and if you will just take your sweet time a...

4. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Re GNP, it was offered by the hospitals during the Nursing Expo so I guess they accept overseas nurses. Conversion which runs for a year is a better pathway for you have a full year to look for possible employers (while gaining local experience also...

5. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Hi green...if you already have in mind where in Oz you want to take the BP, contact the state's nursing board to comply with their requirements...upon positive assessment, they will send to you a letter advising you to complete registration by taking...

6. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Nursing Expo yesterday in Perth and guess what? Employers are not hiring fresh BP graduates more so if you need sponsorship. Most of the hospitals are offering "Graduate Nurse Program" option for those interested. If you're lucky enough to be accepte...

7. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Yep, It seems that the situation is lot different in other states...my wife has friend that finished the 3 months BP in Melbourne, got an employer that sponsored her 457 and was able to bring her family on the 5th month . Rural hospitals may be my wi...

8. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   Glad that drednag mentioned "reality check" here. My wife (blinq) is currently doing the BP (yes, the 6 mos course) at Curtin Uni of Technology. Last month during the school's job fair attended by prospective employers (hospital & aged care admin...

9. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

   blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

   @drednag: wowowieee!!! CONGRATS gurl!!!:)

10. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

    blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

    Hello NewMac:) I am on visa subclass 573 level 2 for Higher Education study since I will be having the program for 6 months duration at Curtin. I believe your program belongs to the non-award sector since you'll be having it in less than 3 months tim...

11. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

    blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

    Aawww chabeli..same here. It has been 20 days since the embassy received my application. Even inquired from IDP for notifications or updates but did not get a response:crying2::crying2: Getting anxious each day chabeli..hope we'll have it before the ...

12. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

    blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

    Hello anyad, Just wanted to add a few info re your query since I am done with this process and fervently waiting for my visa approval.. You will qualify for the 6 months bridging program at Curtin Uni once you obtain a letter of eligibility from the ...

13. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

    blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

    drednaggg!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS:D Don't you worry, you'll have your eligibility in no time:up: I'll send you..hmm? well, I'll send Rache a pm rather hihi.. All the best dred!

14. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

    blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

    Whoaaa!!! CONGRATULATIONS dear, you really nailed it, simply means that there's no turning back.:clpty: What airline did you book your flight Arms?

15. New grad Filipino nurse wanting to work in Australia/New Zealand

    blinq replied to rnrn07's topic in Immigration

    Hello Chabeli:D Nope, I am on a visa subclass 573 level 2:wink2: We share the same sentiment though..getting so anxious each passing day:cry: My agent from IDP told me the whole process will only take 1-2 weeks yet no updates from them the past 2 wee...