What does the status 'processing pending approval' mean for my dependents' DTV visa application?

The user is seeking clarification on the status of their dependents' DTV visa applications, which are currently marked as 'processing pending approval.' They express concern over the duration of this status compared to their own application's quicker approval and inquire whether approvals can happen during weekends. Community responses suggest that the status indicates that the applications are still under review, and experiences shared indicate varying processing times, without a definitive indication of the outcome.