There have been a number of major changes to Australia's skilled migration program recently. Australian immigration believes that these changes are more likely to result in Australia bringing in the type of immigrants needed by the Australian economy. Immigration Minister Chris Evans stressed recently that students with an occupation on the new Skilled Occupation List (SOL) may still be able to apply for permanent residence....
Source: Australian Immigration Options still available for students (http://www.workpermit.com/news/2010-02-17/australia/australian-immigration-options-still-available-for-students.htm)