@lizzie86 Sad to hear your frustration about IELTS... have your tried PTE?
A proof of your English proficiency will be required in all steps of the process toward Australian dream (AHPRA, ANMAC, PR), albeit some may be lower than others. Even a university will require a certain level.
The sad fact is, even if we pinoys are relatively good in our understanding and communicating in the English language, we still have to prove it in a standardized exam.
Bear in mind you were able to hurdle the rigors of the nursing course, don't let just one test let you down... kaya mo yan.