This week, the Telugu community in Melbourne is buzzing with activities, from the Ganesh Mahotsav on September 28, 2024, to key updates on the Victoria 2024-2025 Skilled Visa Nomination Program, which offers 5,000 spots for IT and healthcare professionals. International students are also advised to stay alert as scams targeting them have been on the rise.
1.Ganesh Mahotsav Celebrations are a significant cultural event for the Telugu community in Melbourne, offering a vibrant mix of devotion, tradition, and community spirit.It is expected to draw a large crowd, making it one of the most anticipated community gatherings this year.
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Event : Ganesh Mahotsav Celebrations 2024.
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Date : September 28, 2024.
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Location : 18 Grace Park Avenue, Springvale, Melbourne.
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Activities :
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Prayers and devotional activities.
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Cultural performances.
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Community bonding and interaction.
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Community : A large gathering of the Telugu community is expected, making it a great family-friendly event.
2.Victoria 2024-2025 Skilled Visa Nomination Program is now open, offering a valuable opportunity for skilled migrants, particularly in IT and healthcare, to secure permanent residency in Australia
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Program : Victoria’s Skilled Visa Nomination Program for 2024-2025.
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Target Sectors : IT and healthcare professionals, among other critical skills.
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Total Spots : 5,000 available positions.
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Purpose : To support skilled migrants in obtaining permanent residency in Australia.
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Focus : Addressing labor shortages in key sectors, including roles where many Telugu professionals are employed.
3.Student Visa Tips and Safety Awareness with the rising number of international students from the Telugu community in Australia, there has also been an increase in scams targeting these students. Fraudsters often pose as government agencies, attempting to steal personal or financial information.
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Target Group : International students from the Telugu community.
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Scam Alert : Increase in scams targeting students, especially through fraudulent calls and emails pretending to be government agencies.
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Precautions :
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Be cautious when receiving unsolicited calls or emails asking for personal or financial information.
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Avoid sharing sensitive details like bank account numbers or visa information over the phone or email.
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Action : Report suspicious activity to Australian authorities immediately to protect your visa status and stay in Australia safely.