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Hey all, Planning a winter trip to Perisher for my family (kids are 6). We are QLDers so this is all brand new to us. I’m trying to figure out the best way to handle the logistics

We don't have a car. Is the shuttle/bus from Canberra airport to the snowfields reliable, or is there a better way?

Would you recommend staying in Canberra or finding a place in the valley? We want to "enjoy the most," but I’m not sure if the commute from Canberra is too much with young kids.

Snow-wise, does August usually have more coverage than July?

If you have any hotel suggestions that won't break the bank but are decent for a family of four, please let me know.

If there are any "must-knows" for first-timers, I’m all ears. Cheers.

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some advice on a sponsorship situation I’ve got going on. currently in Australia on a Bridging Visa A that’s been active since October 3rd, while I wait for my new Student (subclass 500) visa to be processed. I havve already knocked out my Certificate 4 in Cookery and I’m literally two weeks away from finishing my Advanced Diploma in Hotel Hospitality Management, so the timing feels right since I just found an employer who’s keen to sponsor me. I’ve checked my bridging visa letter and I don’t have that 8503 "No Further Stay" condition anywhere, so I’m assuming I’m clear to lodge a new application as I am onshore. Right now, I’m stuck on condition 8105, which caps my work at 48 hours a fortnight, and I know I can't leave the country because my BVA has a "No Travel" status.

I’m trying to figure out the exact eligibility for a sponsored visa in 2026—specifically if my work experience during my studies counts and if I need to sit the PTE before they lodge the nomination.

If anyone has transitioned from a student/bridging setup to a sponsor in the hospitality industry lately, I’d love to hear how you handled the experience and the skills assessment process.

Please help me. I am worried .

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for some advice on a sponsorship situation I’ve got going on. currently in Australia on a Bridging Visa A that’s been active since October 3rd, while I wait for my new Student (subclass 500) visa to be processed. I havve already knocked out my Certificate 4 in Cookery and I’m literally two weeks away from finishing my Advanced Diploma in Hotel Hospitality Management, so the timing feels right since I just found an employer who’s keen to sponsor me. I’ve checked my bridging visa letter and I don’t have that 8503 "No Further Stay" condition anywhere, so I’m assuming I’m clear to lodge a new application as I am onshore. Right now, I’m stuck on condition 8105, which caps my work at 48 hours a fortnight, and I know I can't leave the country because my BVA has a "No Travel" status.

I’m trying to figure out the exact eligibility for a sponsored visa in 2026—specifically if my work experience during my studies counts and if I need to sit the PTE before they lodge the nomination.

If anyone has transitioned from a student/bridging setup to a sponsor in the hospitality industry lately, I’d love to hear how you handled the experience and the skills assessment process.

Please help me. I am worried .