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Welcome to the Migration & Schools Advisory.
Annie Weatherburn's name is recognised by schools across Australia as a person having extensive knowledge and expertise in all matters to do with overseas students, ESOS/CRICOS, admissions complexities and resolving of issues as they arise and as well, assisting schools with Visas Migration and Sponsorship of Teachers in particular. 

MIGRATION LAW
Further, she is an Accredited Migration Law professional and owner of Accredited Migration & Visa Advisory.  Her accreditation is held under  registration by the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA).  The Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) - a section within the Department of Home Affairs.  OMARA reports to the Department’s National Office in Canberra.  A strict Code of Conduct and protection of consumer rights under the Consumer Guide, underpins advice by its registered members, and this applies to all professionals providing advice through this Advisory.

MIGRATION LAW
Schools sponsoring overseas teachers requiring employment sponsored visa solutions such as Subclass 482 Skills In Demand (and there are other visa subclasses which may apply) are a specialty for her Migration and Visa Advisory Her expertise with schools and knowledge of processes is an asset in this area.

For schools seeking assistance with International Student Matters and ensuring compliance with CRICOS Standards and ESOS Regulations then read on...

SCHOOLS' ADVISORY - OVERSEAS STUDENTS HELP - SUBSCRIPTION
After 25 years assisting schools and their admissions teams facilitate international students for entry - Annie is now stepping back from Australian Boarding Schools International and has transitioned already many schools, including training of their staff, to now handle these matters without needing to now be part of the Australian Boarding Schools International group.

However, complexities and Issues may still arise for schools that have had the benefit of Annie's knowledge in the past, while contracted to their school. 

The SCHOOLS ADVISORY that has been set up as a subscription service is tailored for schools wishing to tap into Annie's expertise and ensure continued compliance and help with issues as they arise.   There is also a database of FAQs that provide instant help for the admissions staff (international) at the School.

IT IS INEXPENSIVE AND THERE ARE TWO OPTIONS FOR SUBSCRIBING - $820 per annum (BASIC subscription) or $1,420 per annum (PLUS Subcription).  Once only per annum - no other fees along the way!  Peace of mind when staff get stuck with an issue and not sure how to handle it.

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE
For over 25 years, Annie has provided her expertise in international student admissions and marketing.  As Managing Director of Australian Boarding Schools International and Director of Development / International Marketing and Registrar for independent schools over those years, her expertise is extensive. 

Six AUSTRADE Export Marketing Awards for International Marketing Excellence,  resulted for schools from Annie's submissions and efforts - and dozens of CRICOS audits have been facilitated for schools (past and present) under the Australian Boarding Schools International banner.

Annie was also a contributing member of Standards Australia Committee reviewing boarding school standards and practices AND a guest speaker overseas in Thailand, Hong Kong and Japan for AUSTRADE, on topics relating to overseas students in Australia and the Australian Schools' System of Education (Govt and Independent).
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Spanning a long career which has included various roles over 40 years in: Communications, in positions with major Commonweatlh Government Departments; and in roles such as: Policy and Ministerial Advisor, Research and Development Manager, Information Technology Trainer; in Public Relations and of course her skills in Migration and Visas, is a career and knowledge that has been and still is, highly regarded.  

INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS / REGULATORY ADVISORY FOR SCHOOLS
Annie has facilitated the admissions of well over a 1,000 students who have contributed to Australian schools in excess of $80 million in tuition fees alone. CRICOS/ESOS and complexities when issues arise are all easily able to be resolved with your staff by Annie, as her knowledge or procedures is extensive.  

SCHOOL STAFF AND FAMILIES
Schools that subscribe, will also benefit all staff and the wider school community, as Accredited Migration and Visa Advisory will offer FREE consults in regard to any visa matter/issue with which they may need help, instead of our normal $220 consultation fee.  
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