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"We were PhD scholars in Australia. Upon completion of our studies, we decided to apply for our temporary graduate visas so we could find work in Australia. We were successful in getting our visas within a few weeks, found work in our respective disciplines, then applied for permanent Skilled – Independent visas. Silverbay helped us through both visas. Our migration agent was very happy for us when we got our visas but told us (jokingly) that she was sad that our first country just lost two PhDs." – Independent Skilled visa holders |
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"In 2012, I visited my sisters and brothers in Brisbane, Queensland. Within few days from lodging the application, my Australian visitor’s visa was approved immediately. This would not be possible without the assistance of Silverbay Australia and the personal attention of Dr. Tessie Tumaneng-Diete. Her company is very thorough and professional in their dealings with clients. I highly recommend to Filipino families the excellent services provided by Silverbay Australia. If ever I decide to visit again Australia, without second thought I would immediately seek the assistance of Dr. Tessie Tumaneng-Diete, who is truly one of the best in her field." – _O.D., Visitor from Manila |
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"Silverbay Australia helped me obtain my partner visa at a time when my first marriage was not yet annulled in my home country. Silverbay diligently guided me through with all the required documents and was very accessible with my numerous questions through email, phone and Skypeconversations. My partner and I are very happy, especially since I now have a permanent visa." – Partner visa holder from the Philippines |
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"We obtained our permanent regional skilled visas through Silverbay Australia. We fondly called our migration agent “Ate” or big sister, who patiently walked us through the complex visa application process. Silverbay was kind enough to accommodate our requests for discounted professional fees because there were a few of us applying for the same visa. We obtained our visas at different times - some got theirs in a few weeks, while others in a couple of months or so. Nevertheless, we are now happily living in Australia with our respective families, doing what we do best –preparing the best food ever!" – Filipino Chefs and Cooks from cruise ships and overseas international hotels |
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"As a mechanic working in the region, I applied for a permanent visa and included my daughter from a previous relationship in my application. We got our visas and are now happily living permanently in Australia. Nothing was too complex with our migration agent, who looked into migration laws and simply told me to provide the evidences required." – Mechanic from WA |
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"I applied for my student visa while in Australia as a visitor. Silverbay Australia helped me organise my documents from my country to show that I am a genuine temporary entrant. I got a bridging visa when my visitor visa expired and while waiting for my student visa approval. I was very pleased to get my student visa." – Student from Europe |
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"When I applied for a fiancé visa, I only knew basic English. Silverbay Australia talked to me through a Thai interpreter. I got my fiancé visa, came to Australia and got married. I then applied for my temporary partner visa using Silverbay again as my migration agent. I now speak good English and happily living with my husband in Australia." – Fiance visa holder from Thailand |
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"I sponsored my wife and daughter to come to Australia. I prepared my documents myself but just to double check that I had all the necessary requirements as per migration laws, Tess kindly reviewed them for me. We are now living in Australia permanently, with my daughter and I becoming citizens not long after their arrival." – Permanent residents from Brisbane |
Silverbay
As the full moon rises from the waters
The seaside village watches with glee
The moon shines on a typical summer
Moonlight revellers by the sea.
The children frolicked on the beach
Chasing each other and some crabs
That scaped their holes and peeped
On the commotion created above.
Women chatted about anything
Happy with just sands on their toes
While men debate what a moon shining
Brings to end fish scarcity woes.
As they soak in nature's sky wonder
A child gazes intently at the sparkles
The moon has cast on the water
Silvery peaks of waves like miracles.
He casts a smile as he build dreams
How he could capture the sight
For others to behold or let out screams
Marvelling at the encased light.
In his tender age once asked his mother
To interpret what birds really say
As their dawn chorus emitted chatter
Indelible from his young heart that day.
He believed the moon will remain
When he becomes a man one day
To inspire from seemingly mundane
Village sights like tonight's Silverbay.
~ T. Tumaneng-Diete, 25 June 2011, Woody Point, Australia |
