Australia Wants Nurses – Here’s What You Need to Know
The demand for nurses in Australia has never been higher. With recent updates under the Regional Workforce Strategy 2025, the government is taking major steps to attract and retain international healthcare workers — especially Enrolled Nurses (ENs) and Assistants in Nursing (AINs).
Whether you're currently preparing for your NCLEX, waiting on AHPRA eligibility, or already on the OBA pathway, this could be your moment.
🌏 What's New in May 2025?
The Australian government has expanded the use of Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs) across several regions, including:
- Western Australia
- Queensland
- South Australia
These DAMAs are designed to address critical workforce shortages, with aged care and rural health services in urgent need of qualified nurses.
✅ What Does This Mean for You?
If you're an international nurse working toward registration in Australia, here’s how you can benefit:
- More Sponsorship Opportunities: Regional employers can now sponsor Enrolled Nurses and AINs, not just RNs.
- Fast-Tracked Pathways: New agreements simplify the visa process for employers, making it easier to bring in overseas-trained staff.
- PR Pathways Available: Sponsorships under the 482 and 186 visas can eventually lead to permanent residency.
- Priority for Aged Care & Rural Experience: Nurses with 2+ years in aged care, disability care, or rural hospitals are being actively sought.
🧭 How OBA Nursing Academy Helps
At OBA Nursing Academy, we do more than prepare you for the OBA or NCLEX exams. We actively support your entire journey:
- 📚 Training & Exam Support: Tailored prep for NCLEX, AHPRA, and OET
- 🤝 Sponsorship Networking: We connect you with regional employers hiring overseas-trained nurses
- ✍️ Career & Migration Guidance: From CV prep to PR pathways, we’re with you all the way
📢 Take Action Today
If you’re on the path to becoming a nurse in Australia, now is the time to:
- Finalise your AHPRA application
- Complete your NCLEX or OBA pathway
- Reach out to learn more about regional sponsorship opportunities
Australia wants you — and we’re here to help you get there.
📬 Need Help?
📞 Contact our team to book a consultation
🖊️ Enquire about our Sponsorship Job Networking Program
👥 Join the OBA Forum to ask questions and share your experience