# Visa Fee Hikes, Parental Leave Updates & VFS Issues - The Talk Show - Preetinder Grewal & Ranjodh Singh

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Published: 2026-07-02T06:13:14+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2045

## Resource

In this episode of The Talk Show on Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne, host Ranjodh Singh sits down with prominent migration agent and Co-Host Preetinder Grewal to break down the critical regulatory updates taking effect on July 1st. They address the widespread community outcry and frustration regarding the steep new Australian migration fee hikes. The discussion also covers the major expansion of the Paid Parental Leave scheme to 26 weeks, detailing the key work tests families must fulfill. Additionally, they address the ongoing gridlock with VFS Global booking slots in Melbourne, the rising costs of groceries in Victoria, and the massive financial safety net provided by Australia’s Medicare system. The show concludes with a lively update from young contributor Virrk Saab live from India.

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