Australia: Experts to advise government on 457 visas / Work Permit, 9 July 2008
http://www.workpermit.com/news/2008-07-09/australia/panel-advise-government-457-visa-program.htm
"A panel of experts will advise the Australian government on how to improve its temporary 457 visa scheme, according to Immigration Minister Chris Evans. The panel will include various Australian state government officials as well as industry groups and union representatives. Australia's temporary 457 visa -- similar to the United States H-1B visa -- allows Australian employers to hire workers from abroad. Controversy has surrounded the program related to allegations of employer-exploitation of workers."