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17 September 2026

Burke unveils migration changes targeting students, workers and visa hopping

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Burke unveils migration changes targeting students, workers and visa hopping

Federal Immigration Minister Tony Burke has unveiled a package of migration changes designed to reduce net overseas migration while giving ...

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