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SKILLED MIGRATION - MIGRANTS Are you new to the Limestone Coast? If you are a recently arrived skilled migrant or family member, welcome to the Limestone Coast! Moving to a new place canoften be exciing and daunting at the same time. We're sure your decision to move has not been taken lightly and you may be apprehensive about many things in your life. To help, we are able to offer the following information and supports: 'Welcome Program for Skilled Migrants' Regional Development Australia Limestone Coast (RDALC) is please to support Lifeline SE (SA) Inc as provider of the 'Welcome Program for Skilled Migrants'. The Limestone Coast region has welcomed many skilled migrants and their families in recent times. Settling quickly and comfortably is such an important part of the process of moving from one country to another and many people appreciate any assistance offered to help them manage once they've arrived in their new home. The program offers on-arrival and early settlement services for skilled migrants (of all visa classes) and their families who relocate to our region, with a focus on Mount Gambier, Naracoorte & Bordertown. Activities and initiatives include: A 'Meet and Greet' services for newly arrived skilled migrants, using volunteers trained as community welcomers. Information sessions on key Australian cultural/lifestyle issues. Acting as a referral service for migrants, representng their needs and linking them to other key organisations and services. Mentoring programs for partners/children of skilled migrants. Social & networking opportunities.
For further information about the program, accessing the service or becoming a volunteer contact: Louise Waters
Project Officer - 'Welcome Program for Skilled Migrants' - Lifeline South East SA
17 Elizabeth Street, Mount Gambier
Phone: 08 8724 9337
Fax: 08 8724 9688
Mobile: 0437 790 497
Email: secis@bigpond.com or louise_waters@bigpond.com
Regular office hours: Mon - Thurs 9am to 2pm.  Welcome Skilled Migrants flyer
Looking for work?
If you require assistance with career planning and support to look for work in the region, the RDALC's Career Development Centre (CDC) is able to provide free assistance. For their location and contract details visit their website - www.cdc.org.au or email them at info@cdc.org.au You are welcome to contact the Board's MWDO Project Officer for local employment information and possible industry contacts, depending on you circumstances. The Board's recently launched 'Live, Grow, Achieve' website provides a wealth of information about living and working in the Limestone Coast and includes information on local industries and jobs in demand and predicted growth areas for the future - www.livelimestonecoast.com Looking for work in the Limestone Coast
Are you considering relocating to the Limestone Coast?
If you're researching migration to South Australia, with a view to living in the Limestone Coast, you may wish to start with the following web links: Living and working in the Limestone Coast, South Australia. South Australian Government website about migrating and settling in South Australia. Australian Government website about migation to Australia. Australian Government publication titled 'Beginning a Life in Australia - Welcome to South Australia'.
South Australia in general is well known for its low cost of living compared to other states in Australia. We've put together a selection of information about living costs in the Limestone Coast that may assist with your planning.
Cost of Living in the Limestone Coast Region  Click here to obtain a copy of Adobe Reader
For further information, contact: Linda Polomka
Migration and Workforce Development Officer
Phone: 08 8723 1057
Fax: 08 8723 1286
Email: linda@rdalimestonecoast.org.au
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