Goodwins have noticed a definite increase of shipments heading for Western Australia. Shipments of household goods and personal effects are allowed duty free entry, provided that they have been owned and used for at least twelve months prior to importation. It is possible to have your goods cleared by customs before you arrive in the country, providing all the necessary documents are completed correctly.
Western Australian Resources industry says Australia is desperately in need of skilled migrants to fill up to approximately 34,000 additional jobs by the end of next year 2014. Western Australia’s population growth and current migration levels, is estimated that they will see a shortage of 150,000 skilled workers in the next five to six years. This is In spite of the fact that the Australian government is prioritising training opportunities for local labour to assist and address skills shortages.
