Immigration laws continue to frustrate both employers and potential immigrants particularly in terms of recognition of skills. There are inconsistencies in the current laws especially between federal, state and territory requirements. factors that need to be taken into consideration are the time that is taken to obtain a visa for skilled migrants, the numbers balance that is needed between local training and skilled migration, the use of qualification-equivalent testing methods and the need for opportunities for migrants aged over 45.

From BRW, August 18-24, 2005, pgs 66-67.