Employee & Program Participant Testimonials

"Dear Pat,
Just a note to thanks you for all that you have done for me over the past few months. You've been kind, helpful, encouraging and even excited for me. It has really meant a lot to me and even though we have only spoken over the phone I feel as if we are good mates! Anyway I truly appreciate everything you've done and hope to keep in contact with you.
From Kelly"
Trainee to Leatherman & Sons Cutting Farm, TEXAS.

I thought I would write to let you know how extremely happy I am with Caroline from Equipeople. Upon arrival in Dublin, Caroline picked me up and dropped me off at my destination. Caroline was very helpful and told me if I wasn't happy in any way I was to call immediately as she was only to happy to help if I needed anything. I am now enjoying my work and experiencing the sights and people of Ireland.
Anna, trainee to Yeomanstown Stud, IRELAND.

"Stablemate helped me to travel to the US to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to further my career and establish my own business in the Australian cutting industry."
Phillip Dawson, trainee to cutting barn in USA.

"Thank you so much for the great position you found me with Michael Whittaker. I couldn't have wished for a better placement! You have been so helpful right from my initial enquiry and getting information back to me promptly. I found the application form straight forward and easy to follow and I actually really enjoyed the interview. Thank you very much for tolerating my constant phone calls, no matter how trivial. I guess the excitement of it all has overawed me. After I arrive at Whatton Fields Farm I will remain in contact.
Regards and thank you to all,
Kate Broad"
Trainee to Michael Whittakers showjumping yard, ENGLAND

"My time with Brook Staples was very exciting and I learnt so much more in that 8 months than I have with any other job since leaving school. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you got finding me this job and all your help before and during my stay in England. IEPUK were also wonderful with problems I had and just ringing to say hello every month. Lets hope we go to the Olympics.
Thanks again,
Marissa"
Trainee to Brook Staples eventing yard, ENGLAND

"Stablemate Australia's service has been really efficient and helpful. I've met a lot of people and that was excellent for my English and everyone has been really nice and made me feel at home. Stablemate will try everything to make your stay as nice as it can be."
Claire, Stablemate working pupil and trainee from FRANCE

"I think Stablemate are providing the best service in the industry to enable people to travel around the world with no worries. I was surprised at how fast they could get me a visa for America - 5 days! I felt very prepared due to Stablemate's organisation."
Tom Ryan, trainee to Ashford Stud, KENTUCKY

"This is just a thank you letter for putting up with me while I was in between jobs and also for the speed in which you found me a replacement job on the 2 occasions I have needed your services, and the shoulder to heap all my concerns and worries on."
Abigail, trainee to IRELAND

17 Aug 2010 TEP (formerly Stablemate) closes its recruitment section and expands the migration section Our company has operated a recruitment agency for 20 years, commencing business in July 1990. However, since Equine Influenza and the Economic Downturn the recruitment section has declined, so the final decision has been made to shut the recruitment agency.
17 Aug 2010 New salary requirement for 457 From July 1, 2010 the TSMIT (Temporary Sponsored Migration Income Threshold) has been increased from $45,220 to $47,480. The five percent increase is based on the annual seasonally adjusted wage change for all Australians.
17 Aug 2010 New ENS (Employer Nomination Scheme) minimum salary The minimum salary for applications under ENS has increased from $45,220 to $47,480.
17 Aug 2010 Monitoring and compliance of 457 sponsors Employers are being monitored much more closely than ever before. Employers continue to receive site visits and phone calls from DIAC officers, sometimes without warning.
17 Aug 2010 Update on visa processing times 457 – Turnaround continues to be inconsistent, however complete sponsorship applications, particularly in Sydney and Parramatta, are being turned around in approximately 4 weeks.

17 Aug 2010

TEP (formerly Stablemate) closes its recruitment section and expands the migration section

Our company has operated a recruitment agency for 20 years, commencing business in July 1990. However, since Equine Influenza and the Economic Downturn the recruitment section has declined, so the final decision has been made to shut the recruitment agency.

17 Aug 2010

New salary requirement for 457

From July 1, 2010 the TSMIT (Temporary Sponsored Migration Income Threshold) has been increased from $45,220 to $47,480. The five percent increase is based on the annual seasonally adjusted wage change for all Australians.

17 Aug 2010

New ENS (Employer Nomination Scheme) minimum salary

The minimum salary for applications under ENS has increased from $45,220 to $47,480.

17 Aug 2010

Monitoring and compliance of 457 sponsors

Employers are being monitored much more closely than ever before. Employers continue to receive site visits and phone calls from DIAC officers, sometimes without warning.

17 Aug 2010

Update on visa processing times

457 – Turnaround continues to be inconsistent, however complete sponsorship applications, particularly in Sydney and Parramatta, are being turned around in approximately 4 weeks.