This is the 2026 state-by-state nomination comparison for ANZSCO 362711 — Landscape Gardener — the updated ANZSCO 2022 code. Per the current source data, no state currently nominates 362711 for Subclass 190 or Subclass 491. Available pathways: Subclass 186 Direct Entry and Subclass 482 Core Skills — both employer-sponsored.
For full pathway breakdown see the 362711 pathway guide; for VETASSESS evidence pack see the skills assessment guide; for invitation round patterns see the invitation rounds trends; for cost / timeline see the case study.
Quick comparison
| State | 190 alloc | 491 alloc | 362711 on 190 | 362711 on 491 | Sponsor demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | High (premium residential) |
| VIC | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | High (Citywide Service Solutions) |
| QLD | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | Moderate-High (resort) |
| SA | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | Moderate |
| WA | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | Moderate-High |
| NT | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | Low |
| ACT | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | Moderate |
| TAS | — | — | ✗ | ✗ | Moderate |
362711 vs 362213 — which code to use?
- 362213 (ANZSCO 2013) — currently broader state nomination access (190 / 491 across all 8 states).
- 362711 (ANZSCO 2022 updated code) — currently CSOL-only employer-sponsored pathways.
State and federal lists progressively transitioning to ANZSCO 2022. Verify per pathway:
- 186 DE / 482 — either code works.
- 190 / 491 — 362213 currently offers access; 362711 doesn't (yet).
NSW — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Lush Landscape Construction (Sydney), Cosca Landscape, Mint Landscape Architecture & Construction, Sticks & Stones Landscape Design, Tier 1 builder subbies (Lendlease, Mirvac, Stockland, Frasers), Sydney council parks construction teams.
Victoria — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Phillip Withers Landscape Design (Melbourne), Site Office, Mark Browning, Citywide Service Solutions, Skyline Landscape Services Vic.
Queensland — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Brisbane premium residential design + build, Gold Coast / Sunshine Coast resort landscape, Cairns / Townsville tropical landscape.
SA — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Adelaide premium residential, regional SA wine region landscape (Barossa, McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills).
Western Australia — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Perth premium residential (Peppermint Grove / Cottesloe / Dalkeith), regional WA (Margaret River).
Northern Territory — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Darwin / Alice Springs residential, tropical garden specialists.
ACT — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: ACT Government parks construction, premium Canberra residential, embassy garden construction.
Tasmania — Employer sponsorship landscape
Where 362711 candidates can pursue offers: Hobart / Launceston premium residential, Tasmania tourism resort landscape (Saffire Freycinet, MONA).
Recommended pathway per candidate profile
Senior landscape gardener with strong portfolio:
- Target: 186 Direct Entry via CSOL under either 362711 or 362213
- Strategy: Direct premium employer applications
Mid-career landscape gardener (5+ years):
- Target: 482 Core Skills under 362711 or 362213
- Alternative: 491 under 362213 (where state Skills List still references older code)
Recent qualification holder:
- Target: WHM bridge → 482
- Strategy: Build Australian portfolio first season
Candidate with strong resort / tourism portfolio:
- Target: QLD (Hamilton Island), Tas (Saffire Freycinet), Vic regional
- Strategy: 482 employer-sponsored with resort sponsor
Tools
- Points calculator
- Visa fee calculator
- Document checklist
- Eligibility wizard
- Invitation rounds tracker
- Skilled Occupation List
- Occupation Shortage List
Authoritative sources
- Home Affairs
- VETASSESS
- NSW Skilled Nominated
- Live in Melbourne
- Migration Queensland
- SA Skilled Migration
- WA Migration
- NT Migration
- ACT Migration
- Skilled Migration Tasmania
Next step
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