Travelers who are able to be sponsored by an eligible family member who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident can apply for the sponsored family visitor visa for Australia.
This type of visa is valid for a 12-month stay in Australia to see family members, for a holiday or to enter Australia as part of a cruise. It is also possible to train or study for up to 3 months with the Australia visitor visa for families, but not if this is the main reason for the trip.