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7 October 2026

'Biggest cut to migration in Australia’s history,' says Angus Taylor

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'Biggest cut to migration in Australia’s history,' says Angus Taylor

Opposition leader Angus Taylor has unveiled the federal Coalition’s plans to cut 650,000 temporary visas and reduce net overseas migration to 100,000 for two years.

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