You should definitely be honest and upfront about this. Something else to keep in mind is that if you do decide to move to Australia in the future on a partner visa (you never know!), you will be asked when your relationship started. If you say the relationship started in February 2017, but did not mention that you were in a relationship with him in your August 2018 statement, the genuineness of your relationship may be queried.
Obviously I don't know the full circumstances of your application, but if you haven't already done so I would explain and add evidence about any incentives you have to return home in the statement. Eg employment, property, an educational course. You want to reassure them that you will leave at the end of your stay.
Good luck!
Lisa Ira (LLB.BA.GDLP)
Principal Migration Consultant (MARN 1467616)
Proxy Migration
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Disclaimer: This message is general in nature does not constitute migration or legal advice and should not be relied upon. To provide you with migration advice, we need to consult with you to obtain your full information and circumstances. If you wish to receive migration advice please email us to arrange an appointment.
Obviously I don't know the full circumstances of your application, but if you haven't already done so I would explain and add evidence about any incentives you have to return home in the statement. Eg employment, property, an educational course. You want to reassure them that you will leave at the end of your stay.
Good luck!
Lisa Ira (LLB.BA.GDLP)
Principal Migration Consultant (MARN 1467616)
Proxy Migration
e: [email protected]
w: www.proxymigration.com.au
Disclaimer: This message is general in nature does not constitute migration or legal advice and should not be relied upon. To provide you with migration advice, we need to consult with you to obtain your full information and circumstances. If you wish to receive migration advice please email us to arrange an appointment.