The NSW Government is to sponsor all occupations on the Skilled Occupations List (the SOL) – applications open on Monday 14th July, 2014:

More details are here.

With a limit of 1,000 applications per intake and 4 intakes per year if you have an occupation on the SOL and want sponsorship from the NSW Government we recommend that you lodge an application as soon as possible after the application intake opens.

Visa type: Permanent residence visa (subclass 190)

Points required: minimum of 60 (including the 5 available from the NSW sponsorship)

NSW requirements:

Occupation on the NSW Skilled Occupation List
Meet DIBP basic requirements including:
> Under 50 years of age
> Current and positive skills assessment
> Competent English language ability

Conditions: Live and work in NSW for the first two years of your visa

If you would like to know more contact your nearest Go Matilda Visas office for a free initial discussion.