Case Officer (CO) Contact Thread

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• OZingwithOZomeness Kung Saan ang Lahat gusto pumunta sa forum na ito, so alam niyo na yun.
  Posts: 543Member
  Joined: Oct 20, 2017

  March 2018

  congrats @mespedido saya ng family niyan. Mission raw ni Peter uubusin tayong lahat bago mag Holy Week.. hahahaa Saya ng araw2x may nagragrant
• jjjj United Arab Emirates
  Posts: 28Member
  Joined: Jul 23, 2017

  March 2018

  @marimari congras
• eww14 Singapore
  Posts: 20Member
  Joined: Mar 18, 2017

  March 2018

  @joyousmaster Baka replayan ka na its your responsibility to ensure you have a valid passport.
• mespedido Singapore
  Posts: 302Member
  Joined: Aug 02, 2017

  March 2018

  Thank you sa inyo! Di ko na kayo maisa-isa ha☺️ It’s worth the wait talaga!☺️
  
  Congrats din sayo @marimari let’s enjoy this moment! Hehe!
  
  Will send compliment later para mas lalo sila ganahan☺️
• chococrinkle Adelaide
  Posts: 584Member
  Joined: Nov 19, 2017

  March 2018

  @mespedido congrats! :-)

  2014 -- start of Au dream
  06.07.14 -- IELTS LRWS 7.5/7.5/7.0/7.0
  07.18.14 -- positive skills assessment
  08.01.14 -- waiting for occupation in ACT to open
  08.01.15 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
  08.01.16 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
  06.07.17 -- expired IELTS
  07.18.17 -- expired skills assessment
  08.2017 -- learned high points via SA 489
  11.22.17 -- PTE Academic exam LRWS 90/79/90/90
  11.22.17 -- result of Vetassess assessment renewal
  11.30.17 -- EOI lodge SA 489 80 pts
  12.22.17 -- received SA invitation
  01.04.18 -- Visa Lodge SA 489
  01.19.18 -- Medicals
  04.10.18 -- Visa Grant (DG) Praise God!!!

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  PTE Writing Tips

  For writing essay I used E2 language format and applying what I learned from Ielts. Sa intro, sa 1st sentence ni restate ko lang yung question using my own words. Then sa 2nd sentence if one sided lang yung question, I give summary of the reasons ( 2 reasons only). Example, if ang essay is about importance of computers (one sided), eto 2nd sentence ko. Computers are valuable resources as they (1st reason) aid in learning and are (2nd reason) used to communicate with others. Then sa 3rd sentence sasabihin ko para pampahaba-- In this essay, I shall discuss my point of view by giving points and examples about the topic.

  Then sa 2nd paragraph, elaborate ko na ang 1St reason. Mga 2 sentences na magsupport sa 1st reason, like if yung 1st reason ko is aid in learning, expand ko ang topic by answering how computers aid in learning,etc. Usually yung reason mo convert mo by asking how, what, when, or who. Tapos sa 3rd sentence, I state examples. Pwede ka din mag add pa ng 4th sentence parang isummarize mo lang ang 2nd paragraph.

  Sa 3rd paragraph discuss naman ang 3rd reason same sa ginawa sa 2nd par.

  4Th paragraph 1st sentence conclusion, then 2nd sentence recommendation.

  If 2 sided naman yung intro pwede mo gamitin yung nasa template like kina Heprex na samples. Then yung 2nd par yung kabilang side, then yung 3rd paragraph yung other side. Tapos same last paragraph.

  If medyo nahihirapan ka sa mga ideas, research ka dito sa forum ng mga recent topics. Tapos based dun sa topic reasearch ka anong pwedeng maging points and reasons para may idea ka na ano ilalagay mo sa essay.

  Ang key talaga sa writing is dapat marami ka ideas. If nahihirapan ka mag construct ng idea try to research as much as possible. Google mo yung mga common or recent topics on pte writing tapos may mga sample questions dun,, then research mo ano possible answers para sa actual exam may idea kana ano isasagot. Tapos dpat familiarize mo mga connectors (like moreover, therefore, for instance, etc) kasi mas mataas ang grade kapag medyo complex ang sentence na ginagamit mo kesa simple sentences lang.

  For summarize written text strategy ko is to first get ano main topic. Then analyze what important points were given, may nangyari ba? If meron ano ang nangyari, kelan nangyari? ano at para kanino ang purpose? Usually kasi sa mga paragraphs naka detail lang pero yung point lang naman dun is parang dinedescribe lang yung main topic. If you can answer who/what, when, how and why about the topic pwede mo na pagdugtungin yung ideas mo thru connectors and form a sentence. If you will have multiple paragraphs, summarize mo muna per paragraph then summarize mo ulit lahat in one sentence

  Another tip also in writing as much as possible do not repeat the same words. If you dont have much stored knowledge about synonyms okay lang. Practice and Research is the key. Kaya malaki ang help sa akin yung pag research sa mga common or recent topics kasi while practicing pwede akong mghanap ng synonyms then mas madali ko syang ma recall sa actual exam kasi nagawa ko na sya before. Tapos if meron kayong word na ma encounter na parang hirap kayo mag elaborate, google nyo din anong synonym or phrases na pwedeng same meaning ng word. Share ko yung nilista kong mga synonyms na possible na magagamit sa mga essay kasi minsan these are the topics commonly asked.

  Essay synonyms

  Discuss- cite, mention, illustrate, narrate, elucidate, talk about

  Finally.. Concluded, In Summary

  Democracy- representative govt; elective govt; republic; commonwealth

  Vote- suffrage, ballot, poll, elect officials, select leaders, appoint, designate

  Leaders- officials, officer, commander, chief, head, principal of nations, pioneer, front runner

  Nature- mother earth, environment, wildlife, universe, cosmos, countryside, natural resources, natural world

  Environment- habitat, territory, domain, surroundings

  Teachers- educator, tutor, coach,guide, mentor, guru, professor, trainer, lecturer

  Computer- PC, laptop, netbook,desktop, terminal, mainframe

  Robot- automated individual, android, automaton, golem, bot, droid,

  Invention- creation, innovation, development, design

  Creative ability- inventive mind, originality, imagination, inspiration

  Airplane- plane, airliner, jet, plane

  Drugs- medicine, medication, remedy, cure, antidote

  Issue- matter, affairs, problem, difficulty, obstacle, predicament

  Information- details, particulars, facts, data, computing /computer

  Revolution- insurgence, transformation, innovation, revolt, uprising, restructuring

  Packaging- case, wrap

  Region, province, rural area, district, territory, district, area

  Boon- blessing, benefit, advantage

  Tourist- traveler, vacationer, visitor

  Tourism- visits to places of interest; commercial organization and operation of vacations; traveling to places; services provided to people for holidays

  Technology- invention, engineering, applied science, method, technical knowledge, undustrial science, mechanization

  Xenophobic- anti nationalist
• bob.ten Manila
  Posts: 31Member
  Joined: Jan 23, 2018

  March 2018

  congrats sa mga nakakuha ng grants. sulit ang paghihintay!
• vincechaos Sydney
  Posts: 335Member
  Joined: Nov 20, 2016

  March 2018

  Congrats! @marimari and @mespedido

  ANZSCO 221213 External Auditor
  [VISA 190-80 pts]
  (Age:30| PTE:20| Exp: 10| Educ:15| SS:5)

  26 November 2016 - Engaged MARA accredited agent
  11 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test A: L-77 R-72 S-60 W-82
  12 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test B: L-79 R-69 S-66 W-81
  14 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam
  18 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam: L-90 R-83 S-90 W-80 (Superior)
  19 February 2017 - VETASESS Migration Assessment (Internal Auditor)
  11 April 2017 - Full skills assessment - negative outcome
  17 August 2017 - Re-assessment - outcome review (employment) - negative outcome
  15 September 2017 - CPAA Migration Assessment (External Auditor)
  09 October 2017 - Result of assessment - academically suitable for migration under External Auditor. However, duties listed in the employment are considered to be closely related to "internal auditing".
  20 October 2017 - Appeal for External Auditor (Employment)
  03 November 2017 - Positive CPAA assessment! Yehey!
  03 November 2017 - Lodged EOI (189/190-NSW)
  17 November 2017 - Received invitation to apply for NSW state nomination.
  18 November 2017 - Lodged my nomination application with NSW.
  28 November 2017 - Approved application for NSW nomination and received an ITA for Visa 190
  05 December 2017 - Lodged VISA 190 - DIBP
  09 December 2017 - Medical Examination @ Nationwide Makati
  13 December 2017 - NBI Clearance (Hit)
  18 December 2017 - Claimed NBI Clearance
  18 December 2017 - Frontloaded all documents
  21 February 2018 - CO contact - employment reference (which I have already submitted)
  23 February 2018 - First Feedback (suggestion)
  15 March 2018 - Second Feedback (suggestion)
  20 March 2018 - VISA Grant - Thank you God!
  10 September 2018 - IED
  13 December 2018 - Got a job with Big 4 Audit Firm (External Auditor-Senior Associate)
  1 July 2019 - Moved to another audit firm (External/Internal Auditor-Senior Associate)
  14 Jan 2021 - Got an Internal Auditor job in one of the biggeat insurance companies

  Tips on BM: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/6492/migrating-to-australia-with-high-hopes/p16

  For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)
• vincechaos Sydney
  Posts: 335Member
  Joined: Nov 20, 2016

  March 2018 edited March 2018

  Update uli. Hehe
  
  Name | Lodgement Date | Visa Type | CO Contact Date | CO Requested Info.
  
  1. @dutchmilk l Oct 12 l 489 l Nov 20 8->
  2. @joyousmaster l Jul 23 l |1st CO: Aug 23 l 2nd CO: Nov 24 8->
  3. @hi po l Oct 31 / 190 / Dec 18 / re upload NBI 8->
  4. @Bonifacio | 20 Oct 2017 | 189 | 21 Dec 2017 | Wife Police Clearance 8->
  5. @jjjj | 04 Jun 2017 | 190 | 22 Jan 2018 | Newborn Medicals 8->
  6. @victorious | Nov 21 | 190 | Jan 29 | Main applicant Medical tests 8->
  7. @UbePandesal | Dec 05 | 190 | Feb 14 | Form80 (Both) , NBI & SG Police Clearance (Husband) 8->
  8. @vincechaos | Dec 05 | 190 | Feb 21 | employment reference (which I have already submitted) 8->
  
  Grants
  
  Name | Lodgement Date | Visa Type | CO Contact Date | CO Requested Info.
  
  1. @dy3p | Sep 11 | 189 | Oct 17 | Further evidence of employment income in 2008, 2009 (unclaimed points experience) and repeat medical exam (done 5 months prior to lodging) - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 16) :x
  2. @rvrecabar l Sep 10 l Oct 18 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 21) :x
  3. @CroweAltius | Sep 13 | 189 | Oct 23 | Additional Proof of De Facto Relationship - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22) :x
  4. @sherwinm | Sep 17 | 189 | Oct 23 | Form 80 and wife’s education certificate - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22) :x
  5. @WaterYogi | Sep 07 | 189 | Oct 25 | Form 80, BioData, Evidence of Name Change(though di ako nagbago ng name.) - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22) :x
  6. @jacjacjac | Aug 30 | Oct 25 | Japan Police Clearance, NBI, Daughter’s health clearance (given Dec 12 as per emedical client) - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 3) :x
  7. @amoj | Sep 20 | 189 | Oct 31 | Further evidence of de facto partnership - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 6) :x
  8. @Hunter_08 | Sep 20 | 489 | Nov 1 | Send PTE result to DIBP - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 6) :x
  9. @dorbsdee l Sep 21 l 189 | Nov 1 l Form 815 - GRANT RECEIVED - (MAR 9) :x
  10. @EGMS_AU2017 | Sep 25 | 189 |Nov 6 | main applicant bank statement - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22) :x
  11. @eww14 l Sep 23 l | Nov 7 l Evidence of relationship with spouse - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 5) :x
  12. @siantiangco | Sep 25 | 189 | Nov 10 | further inquiries about GF (non-migrating) - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 13) :x
  13. @patpatpat | Sep 30 | 189 | Nov 17 | form 815 for wife - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 7) :x
  14. @soddie | Oct 7 | | Nov 14 | Form 815 for daughter, ACS positive assessment for spouse - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 28) :x
  15. @KimBokJoo | Jul 18 | 189 |1st CO: Aug 21 | 2nd CO: Nov 17 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 21) :x
  16. @PMPdreamer | Jul 12 | | 1st CO: Aug 3, Medicals, Police Clearance and PTE | 2nd CO: Nov 24 l Form 815 - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 7) :x
  17. @Shakespeare23 | July 14 | 189 | 1st CO: Aug 22 : Medicals | 2nd CO: Nov 24: Form 815 - GRANT RECEIVED - (MAR 6) :x
  18. @rpaid | Aug 10 | 189 | 1st CO: Sep 11| Medicals | 2nd CO: Sep 29 | 3rd CO: Dec 16 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 26) :x
  19. @ramon_tubero | Oct 25 | 189 | Jan 09 | Bank statement, UAE PCC, Acad transcripts - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 5) :x
  20. @Noodles12 l Apr 11 l |1st CO: May 2 l 2nd CO: Aug 10 l 3rd CO: Nov 1 l 4th CO: Jan 17 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 21) :x
  21. @bob.ten | Nov 7 | 189 | Jan 23 | Form 815 for daughter - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 26) :x
  22. @mespedido | Oct 11 | 189 | Nov 27 | employment evidence - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 14) :x

  ANZSCO 221213 External Auditor
  [VISA 190-80 pts]
  (Age:30| PTE:20| Exp: 10| Educ:15| SS:5)

  26 November 2016 - Engaged MARA accredited agent
  11 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test A: L-77 R-72 S-60 W-82
  12 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test B: L-79 R-69 S-66 W-81
  14 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam
  18 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam: L-90 R-83 S-90 W-80 (Superior)
  19 February 2017 - VETASESS Migration Assessment (Internal Auditor)
  11 April 2017 - Full skills assessment - negative outcome
  17 August 2017 - Re-assessment - outcome review (employment) - negative outcome
  15 September 2017 - CPAA Migration Assessment (External Auditor)
  09 October 2017 - Result of assessment - academically suitable for migration under External Auditor. However, duties listed in the employment are considered to be closely related to "internal auditing".
  20 October 2017 - Appeal for External Auditor (Employment)
  03 November 2017 - Positive CPAA assessment! Yehey!
  03 November 2017 - Lodged EOI (189/190-NSW)
  17 November 2017 - Received invitation to apply for NSW state nomination.
  18 November 2017 - Lodged my nomination application with NSW.
  28 November 2017 - Approved application for NSW nomination and received an ITA for Visa 190
  05 December 2017 - Lodged VISA 190 - DIBP
  09 December 2017 - Medical Examination @ Nationwide Makati
  13 December 2017 - NBI Clearance (Hit)
  18 December 2017 - Claimed NBI Clearance
  18 December 2017 - Frontloaded all documents
  21 February 2018 - CO contact - employment reference (which I have already submitted)
  23 February 2018 - First Feedback (suggestion)
  15 March 2018 - Second Feedback (suggestion)
  20 March 2018 - VISA Grant - Thank you God!
  10 September 2018 - IED
  13 December 2018 - Got a job with Big 4 Audit Firm (External Auditor-Senior Associate)
  1 July 2019 - Moved to another audit firm (External/Internal Auditor-Senior Associate)
  14 Jan 2021 - Got an Internal Auditor job in one of the biggeat insurance companies

  Tips on BM: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/6492/migrating-to-australia-with-high-hopes/p16

  For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)
• siantiangco Batangas City
  Posts: 417Member
  Joined: Oct 24, 2017

  March 2018

  @vincechaos astig! Hehe
• Heprex Melbourne
  Posts: 2,109Member
  Joined: Aug 03, 2016

  March 2018

  @vincechaos feedback ka ulit sir. ahaha

  263111 - Computer Network and Systems Engineer | Age: 30pts | Education: 15pts | Experience: 5pts | English: 20pts | Total: 70pts
  .
  03.08.2016 - joined pinoyau forum
  12.08.2016 - Start collating documents needed for ACS assessment.
  17.11.2016 - CTC'd and Submitted online ACS Assessment.
  28.11.2016 - ACS Result Suitable (AQF Advance Diploma, 5 years deducted) - Sent Appeal Application
  05.12.2016 - ACS Appeal Successful (AQF Bachelor Degree, 2 years deducted)
  21.12.2016 - Submitted EOI 189/190(NSW) (60/65)
  07.09.2017 - Update EOI 189 to 70pts
  20.09.2017 - INVITED!!!
  02.10.2017 - NBI Appointment - Hit for Wifey
  09.10.2017 - Medical @ Nationwide Makati - NBI Release for Wifey
  10.10.2017 - Medical Cleared (Both) - Visa 189 Application Lodge - Frontloaded All Documents
  20.02.2018 - GRANTED!! FINALLY!!! 02 Oct 2018 IED
  *****AFTER GRANT*****
  20.03.2018 - CFO/PDOS
  28.05.2018 - Initial Entry
  31.07.2018 - Big Move (Melbourne)
  .
  Days Count since Lodging: 133 days - counting ends here!!
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  CITIZENSHIP TIMELINE

  Date applied: 06 July 2022
  City/Council area: City of Maroondah (VIC)
  Online / Paper: Online
  Date received the acknowledgement email: 06 July 2022
  Received Citizenship Interview & Test Appointment letter: 09 Feb 2023
  Date of the Citizenship Test: 15 Feb 2023
  Citizenship Approval: 15 Feb 2023
  Received Ceremony Invitation: 08 May 2023
  Date of ceremony: 07 June 2023
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  Road to Superior:
  20.12.2016 - L68/R70/S83/W65
  16.01.2017 - L63/R74/S80/W59
  *****wedding preps*****
  26.06.2017 - L61/R75/S82/W72
  05.07.2017 - L71/R90/S83/W74
  24.07.2017 - L78/R82/S88/W80 - DAMN!!!
  01.08.2017 - L72/R78/S88/W70
  08.08.2017 - L73/R90/S90/W73
  14.08.2017 - L73/R81/S84/W83
  **********Haitus********
  06.09.2017 - L89/R88/S90/W81 - YEEEEYYYY!!!!
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  Mock Test:
  16.12.2016 - Set A - L71/R58/S56/W64
  17.12.2016 - Set B - L73/R61/S71/W67
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  List of documents I submitted: (updated Feb 2018) http://pinoyau.info/discussion/comment/282889/#Comment_282889
  Tip #TeamFeedback: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/comment/282580/#Comment_282580
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  My PTE tips: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/comment/257891/#Comment_257891
  PTE Resources:
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  http://pinoyau.info/discussion/6364/pte-review-materials/p1
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• UbePandesal Singapore
  Posts: 169Member
  Joined: Feb 28, 2017

  March 2018

  @vincechaos ayusa!!
  
  mag feedback plng kme...hehe... [-O< [-O< [-O< sana maging maayus..

  "Patience is not about waiting, But the Ability to keep a Good attitude while waiting"

  "Just Remember, Eventually the waiting will pay off"
• dutchmilk Newcastle NSW
  Posts: 258Member
  Joined: Feb 06, 2016

  March 2018

  @mespedido congrats! at kay @marimari!
• dutchmilk Newcastle NSW
  Posts: 258Member
  Joined: Feb 06, 2016

  March 2018

  It's been a month since na clear ako from my medicals and hindi pa na CO contact for form 815 or form 80. Should we send a feedback already or should we wait til next month? :-?
• jazmyne18 Singapore
  Posts: 574Member
  Joined: Jul 04, 2017

  March 2018

  wow, nauubos na kayo!
  
  Congrats, @marimari & @mespedido !

  MAIN APPLICANT: Husband

  2016 07 16 - IELTS Exam
  2016 07 26 - IELTS Result: PROFICIENT
  2017 09 11 - EA Assessment [Fast Track]
  2017 09 29 - EA Assessment Outcome: COMPETENT
  2017 09 30 - EOI
  2017 10 04 - ITA
  2017 11 03 - Lodged Visa 189
  2018 01 15 - Counting ends here, after 73 days: VISA GRANT
• clj2012 Posts: 141Member
  Joined: Aug 10, 2017

  March 2018

  @mespedido @marimari congrats!

  ANZSCO Code: 221214 – Internal Auditor
  (Age:25 / Education:15 / Experience:15 / English Test:20 = 75pts)
  02 Mar 2017 - Submitted documents for skill assessment
  02 May 2017 - Received result of assessment : Positive
  13 May 2017 - Took IELTS result withheld / results received Jul 10
  10 Jul 2017 - IELTS General Exam Result: L8.5/R9.0/S7.5/W7.0
  26 Jul 2017 - Lodged EOI : PR189 - 65pts
  08 Aug 2017 - PTE A Exam : L90/R90/S86/W89
  10 Aug 2017 - Updated EOI : PR189 - 75pts
  06 Dec 2017 - ITA - PR189
  21 Dec 2017 - Lodged Visa 189 - Frontloaded docs
  28 Dec 2017 - Medical exam completed (myself / husband / daughter)
  24 May 2018 - Direct Grant yey! - IED: 02 August 2018
  23 Jun 2018 - IED (1 week)
  13 Dec 2018 - BM!
• marimari Australia
  Posts: 107Member
  Joined: Feb 18, 2017

  March 2018

  @joyousmaster malapit na yan sis! Lam ko naaa magcomplain ka sa April once na nakuha mo ung passport mo.. Lapit ka na din!
• marimari Australia
  Posts: 107Member
  Joined: Feb 18, 2017

  March 2018

  Salamat po sa inyong lahat!!! Kasama kayo sa prayers ko na sana maging ok na ung visa grant ninyo at maging masaya ang buhay niyo dito sa AU
  
  Here is my timeline:
  Visa lodge: 26 Jul 2017
  1st CO Contact: 30 Aug 2017
  2nd CO Contact: 7 Dec 2017
  Visa grant: 14 Mar 2017
  IED: n/a, Im already here in sydney
  
  Nadedelay man dahil nanganak ako, but everything is worth it Thank you talaga. Sobrang blessing kayo sa family namin Ill still visit this forum and pay it forward! If you have any questions about sa Sydney just PM me, happy to help!!!
• Noodles12 Sydney
  Posts: 495Member
  Joined: May 12, 2016

  March 2018

  congrats sa mga bagong grant! @mespedido @marimari
  

  261312 - Developer Programmer
  May 2016 - Started gathering ACS requirements
  May 2016 - IELTS self review
  Jun 2016 - PTE-A self review (Haven't decided which one will choose between IELTS and PTE)
  Jun 16 2016 - Completed employment references for ACS assessment.
  Jun 28 2016 - Submitted requirements to ACS
  Jul 08 2016 - Received ACS Result. (AQF Bachelor Degree with a major in computing, 7yrs ++ years credited. sayang nde pa naging 8yrs)
  Sep 08 2016 - IELTS Speaking Test
  Sep 10 2016 - IELTS Listening, Reading and Writing Test
  Sep 23 2016 - IELTS Result (L7.5, R7, S8, W6.5)
  Sep 26 2016 - Applied for remarking
  Nov 30 2016 - Got result for remarking, score did not changed (wasted precious time)
  Dec 20 2016 - Took PTE-A Exam
  Dec 21 2016 - Got PTE Result (L 77, R, 70, S 82, W 80) Thank God!
  Dec 27 2016 - Submitted EOI 189 (65pts)
  Feb 2, 2017 - EOI pts updated to 70 pts due to 8yrs work experience milestone.
  Feb 15, 2017 - Invited to lodge
  March 25, 2017 - Medical at Nationwide Makati
  Apr 11, 2017 - Lodge Application
  Apr 12, 2017 - Front loaded Docs
  May 2, 2017 - CO Contact GSM Adelaide - Requesting for additional Employment evidence, Health Dec for child, Additional De facto Evidence, Consent for Child.
  May 15, 2017 - Submitted all docs requested by CO.
  Aug 10, 2017 - Second CO contact requesting for partner's evidence of functional English (even though we submitted this during lodging)
  Aug 11, 2017 - Submitted CO requested document.
  Nov 1, 2017 3rd CO Contact requesting for new medical exam for daughter since the TB test already expired.

  (panong nde ma eexpire eh ang tagal tagal na namin nag lodge. Malapit nadin mag expire yung NBI clearance ko so sa 4th CO contact rerequest naman ng new NBI clearance?)

  Nov 11, 2017 - Medical of daughter
  Jan 12, 2017 - Submitted New NBI Clearance
  Jan 17, 2018 - 4th CO Contact requesting for Health undertaking form for our daughter. Submit the form the same day.
  Feb 20, 2018 - Sent Feedback to DIBP regarding how slow the processing of the CO.
  Feb 21, 2018 - Grant Received!!!
  May 11, 2018 - Initial Entry at Sydney
  Dec 2018 or Jan 2019 Tentative big move!
• vincechaos Sydney
  Posts: 335Member
  Joined: Nov 20, 2016

  March 2018 edited March 2018

  Heprex said:

  @vincechaos feedback ka ulit sir. ahaha

  Nagfeedback ako last Feb 23. Sa March 23 nlng ako uli mag feedback. Hehe

  ANZSCO 221213 External Auditor
  [VISA 190-80 pts]
  (Age:30| PTE:20| Exp: 10| Educ:15| SS:5)

  26 November 2016 - Engaged MARA accredited agent
  11 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test A: L-77 R-72 S-60 W-82
  12 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test B: L-79 R-69 S-66 W-81
  14 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam
  18 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam: L-90 R-83 S-90 W-80 (Superior)
  19 February 2017 - VETASESS Migration Assessment (Internal Auditor)
  11 April 2017 - Full skills assessment - negative outcome
  17 August 2017 - Re-assessment - outcome review (employment) - negative outcome
  15 September 2017 - CPAA Migration Assessment (External Auditor)
  09 October 2017 - Result of assessment - academically suitable for migration under External Auditor. However, duties listed in the employment are considered to be closely related to "internal auditing".
  20 October 2017 - Appeal for External Auditor (Employment)
  03 November 2017 - Positive CPAA assessment! Yehey!
  03 November 2017 - Lodged EOI (189/190-NSW)
  17 November 2017 - Received invitation to apply for NSW state nomination.
  18 November 2017 - Lodged my nomination application with NSW.
  28 November 2017 - Approved application for NSW nomination and received an ITA for Visa 190
  05 December 2017 - Lodged VISA 190 - DIBP
  09 December 2017 - Medical Examination @ Nationwide Makati
  13 December 2017 - NBI Clearance (Hit)
  18 December 2017 - Claimed NBI Clearance
  18 December 2017 - Frontloaded all documents
  21 February 2018 - CO contact - employment reference (which I have already submitted)
  23 February 2018 - First Feedback (suggestion)
  15 March 2018 - Second Feedback (suggestion)
  20 March 2018 - VISA Grant - Thank you God!
  10 September 2018 - IED
  13 December 2018 - Got a job with Big 4 Audit Firm (External Auditor-Senior Associate)
  1 July 2019 - Moved to another audit firm (External/Internal Auditor-Senior Associate)
  14 Jan 2021 - Got an Internal Auditor job in one of the biggeat insurance companies

  Tips on BM: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/6492/migrating-to-australia-with-high-hopes/p16

  For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)
• Justin Philippines
  Posts: 444Member
  Joined: Jun 07, 2016

  March 2018

  Congrats sa lahat ng na grant proud of you guys!
• Heprex Melbourne
  Posts: 2,109Member
  Joined: Aug 03, 2016

  March 2018

  @vincechaos okay lang yan sir. feedback ulit. habang ganado si Peter. hahaha

  263111 - Computer Network and Systems Engineer | Age: 30pts | Education: 15pts | Experience: 5pts | English: 20pts | Total: 70pts
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  03.08.2016 - joined pinoyau forum
  12.08.2016 - Start collating documents needed for ACS assessment.
  17.11.2016 - CTC'd and Submitted online ACS Assessment.
  28.11.2016 - ACS Result Suitable (AQF Advance Diploma, 5 years deducted) - Sent Appeal Application
  05.12.2016 - ACS Appeal Successful (AQF Bachelor Degree, 2 years deducted)
  21.12.2016 - Submitted EOI 189/190(NSW) (60/65)
  07.09.2017 - Update EOI 189 to 70pts
  20.09.2017 - INVITED!!!
  02.10.2017 - NBI Appointment - Hit for Wifey
  09.10.2017 - Medical @ Nationwide Makati - NBI Release for Wifey
  10.10.2017 - Medical Cleared (Both) - Visa 189 Application Lodge - Frontloaded All Documents
  20.02.2018 - GRANTED!! FINALLY!!! 02 Oct 2018 IED
  *****AFTER GRANT*****
  20.03.2018 - CFO/PDOS
  28.05.2018 - Initial Entry
  31.07.2018 - Big Move (Melbourne)
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  Days Count since Lodging: 133 days - counting ends here!!
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  CITIZENSHIP TIMELINE

  Date applied: 06 July 2022
  City/Council area: City of Maroondah (VIC)
  Online / Paper: Online
  Date received the acknowledgement email: 06 July 2022
  Received Citizenship Interview & Test Appointment letter: 09 Feb 2023
  Date of the Citizenship Test: 15 Feb 2023
  Citizenship Approval: 15 Feb 2023
  Received Ceremony Invitation: 08 May 2023
  Date of ceremony: 07 June 2023
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  Road to Superior:
  20.12.2016 - L68/R70/S83/W65
  16.01.2017 - L63/R74/S80/W59
  *****wedding preps*****
  26.06.2017 - L61/R75/S82/W72
  05.07.2017 - L71/R90/S83/W74
  24.07.2017 - L78/R82/S88/W80 - DAMN!!!
  01.08.2017 - L72/R78/S88/W70
  08.08.2017 - L73/R90/S90/W73
  14.08.2017 - L73/R81/S84/W83
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  06.09.2017 - L89/R88/S90/W81 - YEEEEYYYY!!!!
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  Mock Test:
  16.12.2016 - Set A - L71/R58/S56/W64
  17.12.2016 - Set B - L73/R61/S71/W67
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  List of documents I submitted: (updated Feb 2018) http://pinoyau.info/discussion/comment/282889/#Comment_282889
  Tip #TeamFeedback: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/comment/282580/#Comment_282580
  Sample recording: https://app.box.com/s/au3bmauev40mvffwdq3fvrrd59yqqs1w
  My PTE tips: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/comment/257891/#Comment_257891
  PTE Resources:
  https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B2kJYAKd2peiNUMwU01IQ1Z2djA&usp=sharing
  http://pinoyau.info/discussion/6364/pte-review-materials/p1
  ptestudy.com
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• mickeymynes14 Posts: 213Member
  Joined: Aug 07, 2017

  March 2018

  @marimari @mespedido Congrats!!! Wow ang saya saya nman konti nlng...lapit na lahat ma grant!
• marimari Australia
  Posts: 107Member
  Joined: Feb 18, 2017

  March 2018

  By the way, naka-2 feedback ako (one suggestion and one complaint) tapos mejo matagal turn around mga after 1 week ng complaint feedback bago magrant.. hehe! I’ll send a compliment today din!
• andrewaksaya Batangas
  Posts: 2Member
  Joined: Feb 26, 2018

  March 2018

  Hello, new member here.. pero matagal ng ngbabasa basa d2 sa pinoyau.. team feedback din last Feb. pero kakareceive lang namin today ng golden email.. maraming salamat sa pinoyau! more power!
• l0ki Posts: 45Member
  Joined: Oct 25, 2017

  March 2018

  @vincechaos feedback ka ulit matagal pa ang march 23
• andrewaksaya Batangas
  Posts: 2Member
  Joined: Feb 26, 2018

  March 2018

  Makikiupdate lang hehe..
  
  Name | Lodgement Date | Visa Type | CO Contact Date | CO Requested Info.
  
  1. @dutchmilk l Oct 12 l 489 l Nov 20
  2. @joyousmaster l Jul 23 l |1st CO: Aug 23 l 2nd CO: Nov 24
  3. @hi po l Oct 31 / 190 / Dec 18 / re upload NBI
  4. @Bonifacio | 20 Oct 2017 | 189 | 21 Dec 2017 | Wife Police Clearance
  5. @jjjj | 04 Jun 2017 | 190 | 22 Jan 2018 | Newborn Medicals
  6. @victorious | Nov 21 | 190 | Jan 29 | Main applicant Medical tests
  7. @UbePandesal | Dec 05 | 190 | Feb 14 | Form80 (Both) , NBI & SG Police Clearance (Husband)
  8. @vincechaos | Dec 05 | 190 | Feb 21 | employment reference (which I have already submitted)
  
  Grants
  
  Name | Lodgement Date | Visa Type | CO Contact Date | CO Requested Info.
  
  1. @dy3p | Sep 11 | 189 | Oct 17 | Further evidence of employment income in 2008, 2009 (unclaimed points experience) and repeat medical exam (done 5 months prior to lodging) - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 16)
  2. @rvrecabar l Sep 10 l Oct 18 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 21)
  3. @CroweAltius | Sep 13 | 189 | Oct 23 | Additional Proof of De Facto Relationship - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22)
  4. @sherwinm | Sep 17 | 189 | Oct 23 | Form 80 and wife’s education certificate - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22)
  5. @WaterYogi | Sep 07 | 189 | Oct 25 | Form 80, BioData, Evidence of Name Change(though di ako nagbago ng name.) - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22)
  6. @jacjacjac | Aug 30 | Oct 25 | Japan Police Clearance, NBI, Daughter’s health clearance (given Dec 12 as per emedical client) - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 3)
  7. @amoj | Sep 20 | 189 | Oct 31 | Further evidence of de facto partnership - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 6)
  8. @Hunter_08 | Sep 20 | 489 | Nov 1 | Send PTE result to DIBP - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 6)
  9. @dorbsdee l Sep 21 l 189 | Nov 1 l Form 815 - GRANT RECEIVED - (MAR 9)
  10. @EGMS_AU2017 | Sep 25 | 189 |Nov 6 | main applicant bank statement - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 22)
  11. @eww14 l Sep 23 l | Nov 7 l Evidence of relationship with spouse - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 5)
  12. @siantiangco | Sep 25 | 189 | Nov 10 | further inquiries about GF (non-migrating) - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 13)
  13. @patpatpat | Sep 30 | 189 | Nov 17 | form 815 for wife - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 7)
  14. @soddie | Oct 7 | | Nov 14 | Form 815 for daughter, ACS positive assessment for spouse - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 28)
  15. @KimBokJoo | Jul 18 | 189 |1st CO: Aug 21 | 2nd CO: Nov 17 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 21)
  16. @PMPdreamer | Jul 12 | | 1st CO: Aug 3, Medicals, Police Clearance and PTE | 2nd CO: Nov 24 l Form 815 - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 7)
  17. @Shakespeare23 | July 14 | 189 | 1st CO: Aug 22 : Medicals | 2nd CO: Nov 24: Form 815 - GRANT RECEIVED - (MAR 6)
  18. @rpaid | Aug 10 | 189 | 1st CO: Sep 11| Medicals | 2nd CO: Sep 29 | 3rd CO: Dec 16 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 26)
  19. @ramon_tubero | Oct 25 | 189 | Jan 09 | Bank statement, UAE PCC, Acad transcripts - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 5)
  20. @Noodles12 l Apr 11 l |1st CO: May 2 l 2nd CO: Aug 10 l 3rd CO: Nov 1 l 4th CO: Jan 17 - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 21)
  21. @bob.ten | Nov 7 | 189 | Jan 23 | Form 815 for daughter - GRANT RECEIVED (FEB 26)
  22. @mespedido | Oct 11 | 189 | Nov 27 | employment evidence - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 14)
  23. @andrewaksaya | Sept 28 | 189 | Nov 14 | employment evidence / playslips - GRANT RECEIVED (MAR 14)
• dutchmilk Newcastle NSW
  Posts: 258Member
  Joined: Feb 06, 2016

  March 2018

  @andrewaksaya congrats po!
• vincechaos Sydney
  Posts: 335Member
  Joined: Nov 20, 2016

  March 2018

  @andrewaksaya Congrats!

  ANZSCO 221213 External Auditor
  [VISA 190-80 pts]
  (Age:30| PTE:20| Exp: 10| Educ:15| SS:5)

  26 November 2016 - Engaged MARA accredited agent
  11 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test A: L-77 R-72 S-60 W-82
  12 February 2017 - PTE Mock Test B: L-79 R-69 S-66 W-81
  14 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam
  18 February 2017 - PTE-A Exam: L-90 R-83 S-90 W-80 (Superior)
  19 February 2017 - VETASESS Migration Assessment (Internal Auditor)
  11 April 2017 - Full skills assessment - negative outcome
  17 August 2017 - Re-assessment - outcome review (employment) - negative outcome
  15 September 2017 - CPAA Migration Assessment (External Auditor)
  09 October 2017 - Result of assessment - academically suitable for migration under External Auditor. However, duties listed in the employment are considered to be closely related to "internal auditing".
  20 October 2017 - Appeal for External Auditor (Employment)
  03 November 2017 - Positive CPAA assessment! Yehey!
  03 November 2017 - Lodged EOI (189/190-NSW)
  17 November 2017 - Received invitation to apply for NSW state nomination.
  18 November 2017 - Lodged my nomination application with NSW.
  28 November 2017 - Approved application for NSW nomination and received an ITA for Visa 190
  05 December 2017 - Lodged VISA 190 - DIBP
  09 December 2017 - Medical Examination @ Nationwide Makati
  13 December 2017 - NBI Clearance (Hit)
  18 December 2017 - Claimed NBI Clearance
  18 December 2017 - Frontloaded all documents
  21 February 2018 - CO contact - employment reference (which I have already submitted)
  23 February 2018 - First Feedback (suggestion)
  15 March 2018 - Second Feedback (suggestion)
  20 March 2018 - VISA Grant - Thank you God!
  10 September 2018 - IED
  13 December 2018 - Got a job with Big 4 Audit Firm (External Auditor-Senior Associate)
  1 July 2019 - Moved to another audit firm (External/Internal Auditor-Senior Associate)
  14 Jan 2021 - Got an Internal Auditor job in one of the biggeat insurance companies

  Tips on BM: http://pinoyau.info/discussion/6492/migrating-to-australia-with-high-hopes/p16

  For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)
• chococrinkle Adelaide
  Posts: 584Member
  Joined: Nov 19, 2017

  March 2018

  @andrewaksaya congrats! :-)

  2014 -- start of Au dream
  06.07.14 -- IELTS LRWS 7.5/7.5/7.0/7.0
  07.18.14 -- positive skills assessment
  08.01.14 -- waiting for occupation in ACT to open
  08.01.15 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
  08.01.16 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
  06.07.17 -- expired IELTS
  07.18.17 -- expired skills assessment
  08.2017 -- learned high points via SA 489
  11.22.17 -- PTE Academic exam LRWS 90/79/90/90
  11.22.17 -- result of Vetassess assessment renewal
  11.30.17 -- EOI lodge SA 489 80 pts
  12.22.17 -- received SA invitation
  01.04.18 -- Visa Lodge SA 489
  01.19.18 -- Medicals
  04.10.18 -- Visa Grant (DG) Praise God!!!

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  PTE Writing Tips

  For writing essay I used E2 language format and applying what I learned from Ielts. Sa intro, sa 1st sentence ni restate ko lang yung question using my own words. Then sa 2nd sentence if one sided lang yung question, I give summary of the reasons ( 2 reasons only). Example, if ang essay is about importance of computers (one sided), eto 2nd sentence ko. Computers are valuable resources as they (1st reason) aid in learning and are (2nd reason) used to communicate with others. Then sa 3rd sentence sasabihin ko para pampahaba-- In this essay, I shall discuss my point of view by giving points and examples about the topic.

  Then sa 2nd paragraph, elaborate ko na ang 1St reason. Mga 2 sentences na magsupport sa 1st reason, like if yung 1st reason ko is aid in learning, expand ko ang topic by answering how computers aid in learning,etc. Usually yung reason mo convert mo by asking how, what, when, or who. Tapos sa 3rd sentence, I state examples. Pwede ka din mag add pa ng 4th sentence parang isummarize mo lang ang 2nd paragraph.

  Sa 3rd paragraph discuss naman ang 3rd reason same sa ginawa sa 2nd par.

  4Th paragraph 1st sentence conclusion, then 2nd sentence recommendation.

  If 2 sided naman yung intro pwede mo gamitin yung nasa template like kina Heprex na samples. Then yung 2nd par yung kabilang side, then yung 3rd paragraph yung other side. Tapos same last paragraph.

  If medyo nahihirapan ka sa mga ideas, research ka dito sa forum ng mga recent topics. Tapos based dun sa topic reasearch ka anong pwedeng maging points and reasons para may idea ka na ano ilalagay mo sa essay.

  Ang key talaga sa writing is dapat marami ka ideas. If nahihirapan ka mag construct ng idea try to research as much as possible. Google mo yung mga common or recent topics on pte writing tapos may mga sample questions dun,, then research mo ano possible answers para sa actual exam may idea kana ano isasagot. Tapos dpat familiarize mo mga connectors (like moreover, therefore, for instance, etc) kasi mas mataas ang grade kapag medyo complex ang sentence na ginagamit mo kesa simple sentences lang.

  For summarize written text strategy ko is to first get ano main topic. Then analyze what important points were given, may nangyari ba? If meron ano ang nangyari, kelan nangyari? ano at para kanino ang purpose? Usually kasi sa mga paragraphs naka detail lang pero yung point lang naman dun is parang dinedescribe lang yung main topic. If you can answer who/what, when, how and why about the topic pwede mo na pagdugtungin yung ideas mo thru connectors and form a sentence. If you will have multiple paragraphs, summarize mo muna per paragraph then summarize mo ulit lahat in one sentence

  Another tip also in writing as much as possible do not repeat the same words. If you dont have much stored knowledge about synonyms okay lang. Practice and Research is the key. Kaya malaki ang help sa akin yung pag research sa mga common or recent topics kasi while practicing pwede akong mghanap ng synonyms then mas madali ko syang ma recall sa actual exam kasi nagawa ko na sya before. Tapos if meron kayong word na ma encounter na parang hirap kayo mag elaborate, google nyo din anong synonym or phrases na pwedeng same meaning ng word. Share ko yung nilista kong mga synonyms na possible na magagamit sa mga essay kasi minsan these are the topics commonly asked.

  Essay synonyms

  Discuss- cite, mention, illustrate, narrate, elucidate, talk about

  Finally.. Concluded, In Summary

  Democracy- representative govt; elective govt; republic; commonwealth

  Vote- suffrage, ballot, poll, elect officials, select leaders, appoint, designate

  Leaders- officials, officer, commander, chief, head, principal of nations, pioneer, front runner

  Nature- mother earth, environment, wildlife, universe, cosmos, countryside, natural resources, natural world

  Environment- habitat, territory, domain, surroundings

  Teachers- educator, tutor, coach,guide, mentor, guru, professor, trainer, lecturer

  Computer- PC, laptop, netbook,desktop, terminal, mainframe

  Robot- automated individual, android, automaton, golem, bot, droid,

  Invention- creation, innovation, development, design

  Creative ability- inventive mind, originality, imagination, inspiration

  Airplane- plane, airliner, jet, plane

  Drugs- medicine, medication, remedy, cure, antidote

  Issue- matter, affairs, problem, difficulty, obstacle, predicament

  Information- details, particulars, facts, data, computing /computer

  Revolution- insurgence, transformation, innovation, revolt, uprising, restructuring

  Packaging- case, wrap

  Region, province, rural area, district, territory, district, area

  Boon- blessing, benefit, advantage

  Tourist- traveler, vacationer, visitor

  Tourism- visits to places of interest; commercial organization and operation of vacations; traveling to places; services provided to people for holidays

  Technology- invention, engineering, applied science, method, technical knowledge, undustrial science, mechanization

  Xenophobic- anti nationalist
• Bonifacio San Andres
  Posts: 94Member
  Joined: May 21, 2016

  March 2018

  @mespedido congrats!

  233411 ELECTRONICS ENGINEER

  04.11.2016 Registration and Payment for IELTS Examination
  05.07.2016 IELTS Exam (Listening, Reading, Writing)
  05.09.2016 IELTS Exam (Speaking)
  05.20.2016 Results released - Passed (L/R/W/S: 8.5/8.0/7.50/7.0)
  08.14.2017 Lodged application for Engineering Skills Assessment & RSEA (Fast Track)
  08.30.2017 EA Request for additional information
  08.31.2017 EA Request for updated COE
  09.18.2017 Received Positive outcome from EA
  09.18.2017 Submitted EOI 65 Pts

  09.20.2017 1st Invitation rd (Not selected)
  10.04.2017 2nd Invitation rd (Not selected)
  10.18.2017 3rd Invitation rd (Invitation received)

  10.20.2017 Visa 189 Lodged
  12.21.2017 CO Contact (Request for Wife's Police Clearance from Philippines)
  12.26.2017 Uploaded requested document

  04.05.2018 Received Visa Grant!!