NSW Regional Skilled Work Nominations for Childcare Sector
NSW Parliament questioned the government on skilled work regional visa nominations for childcare workers in 2025-26. The question asked about nomination numbers and prioritisation settings for regions with childcare shortages.
Official source ↗A NSW Parliament member asked the Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education about Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa nominations in the childcare and early childhood education sector. The question, asked on 3 February 2026 and answered on 10 March 2026, sought information on two key areas: how many nominations had been issued to childcare applicants in the 2025-26 program year, and whether Investment NSW prioritises nominations for regions with demonstrated childcare shortages. This parliamentary question highlights government focus on addressing workforce shortages in the early childhood education and care sector through skilled migration. The response details how nomination places are allocated according to established criteria. For the most current information on skilled work regional nominations and eligibility requirements, applicants should consult the official Home Affairs website.