August 2006

Network Migration August 2006 Newsletter

Newsletter for August

Welcome to the August Newsletter. I hope that most of you are getting through winter with not too many colds and coughs. If you feel that you are not coping with the cold Johannesburg winter, we have a great special from Sure Circle Travel to Mapenzi Beach Club in Zanzibar, the spice Island that will move those winter blues. Details below. Happy reading.

House-keeping:

Appointments – If you require to meet with your Client Services Manager, Job Search Consultant or Relocations Consultant, please ensure that you book an appointment. This will ensure that you meet with who you require. Clients turning up without appointments may be disappointed if the person they wish to see is unable to meet with them. If you are dropping off documents at reception, please ensure you clearly label the documents to whom they must be forwarded to.

Replying to SMS – Please note that if you receive an SMS from Network Migration Services, do not call back this number. The SMS service facility is generated from our computer software.   However, you will be able to reply via SMS and we will collect this message. If you would like to speak to your Client Services Manager please call our office number 011 4637060.

Canadian Visa Price Changes

Effective from 1 August, 2006, the Canadian Visa fees will be increased. The new fees are as follows:

Temporary Resident Visa

Single Entry: R510                                     Work Permit: R1020

Multiple Entry: R1020                                 Study Permit: R850

Family Rate: R2730

Australian TRA (Trades Recognition Australia) change to fee structure

From the 1 July, 2006, the AUD$500 fee for priority assessments will no longer apply. TRA have also released key performance indicators.

• 95% of international MODL are finalised within 10 working days.

• 95% of all other applications are finalised within 20 working days.

DVT Socks Work – Study (article by Julie Wheldon – Daily Telegraph)

Wearing elasticated 'flight socks' significantly cuts the risk of DVT, a major study has shown. Airline passengers who wear compression stockings have one tenth of the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis on longhaul flights compared to those who do not, scientists found.

DVT occurs when blood flow is restricted and clots form, usually in the legs. It can prove fatal if a clot breaks off and reaches the lungs.

The condition hit the headlines after several healthy men and women died after long-haul flights.

To counter the problem the doctors reccommend wearing stockings that apply pressure to the lower leg to encourage blood flow. The same principal was used in the design of 'flight socks', which were made specifically for those embarking on long-haul flights.

Experts say the risk of DVT is higher in the over 40's who have a family history of blood clots, have recently had surgery or have existing circulation problems. It is also more common in women who are pregnant, who have recently had a baby or who take the pill or HRT – Daily Telegraph

Specials from Sure Cirlce Travel for this month

Special Hong Kong Triangle Fares on Qantas Airways: Maximum Stay of 6 Months

JNB – PERTH Low Season R10950-00 Per Person

JNB – SYDNEY Low Season R12800-00 Per Person

JNB – BRISBANE Low Season R12800-00 Per Person

JNB – MELBOURNE Low Season R12800-00 Per Person

JNB – ADELAIDE Low Season R12800-00 Per Person

JNB – CAIRNS Low Season R12800-00 Per Person

JNB – AUCKLAND Low Season R14400-00 Per Person

JNB – CHRISTCHURCH Low Season R14400-00 Per Person

JNB – WELLINGTON Low Season R14400-00 Per Person

**1st Free stop in Hong Kong, 2^nd Free Stop in Australia (Real value for Money for NZ trips)

(Valid until 01 Nov 2006)

Mapenzi Beach Club, Zanzibar, the Spice Island

PRICE: R6440 Per Person Sharing

Valid 17 July – 30 September 2006

Prices subject to Terms & Conditions

Includes:

• Return Economy Flights ex. Johannesburg to Zanzibar on South Africa Airways

• Return Airport-Hotel transfers

• 7 Nights Accommodation at Mapenzi Beach Club

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and local drinks daily

• A Beach Bag

Excludes:

*Departure Taxes payable when departing Zanzibar Approx USD 35 Per Person

*Airport Taxes of Approx R1000 Per Person

For further specials or bookings please contact us.

U-Bag.com

Lugguage allowances are generally very restrictive on many flights. If you are eligible for the Qantas Immigration fare, your luggage allowance is 40kg per person. For many people flying ecomony your luggage allowance is only 20kg per person, 30kgs per child over 2 years and 10kgs for infants. U-Bag can give you up to 75% saving on airline excess baggage rates, complete customs clearances and deliveries door-to-door to many international destinations. For more information visit their website www.u-bag.comor call their helpdesk on 086 111 8224.

Customs Documentation for Used Household Effects for Australia, New Zealand and Canada

Australia – No duty or tax on items owned and personally used for the last 12 months. This applies to approved migrants and temporary residents or those on a lengthly work permit.

New Zealand – No duty or tax on items owned and personally used for the last 12 months prior to export, if you have permanent residence or a work permit.

Canada – A copy of the packing inventory (also called a “goods to follow”list) should be presented to a customs officer on your arrival at the Canadian International Airport, together with a copy of your passport. Duty is charged on goods not owned or used for 12 months prior to your departure from South Africa.

Until next month, keep warm!

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The Team at Network Migration Services

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