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In the final parliamentary week of 2024, three significant migration amendments were passed, introducing sweeping changes that expand the government’s power over immigration processes. These laws affect the detention, removal, and entry conditions for migrants and refugees. Key impacts include stricter detention measures, broader powers to confiscate personal items, and the potential for entire nations to be designated as banned from entering Australia.
In a week when Neo-nazis have been out on Australia’s streets, the Albanese Government in lockstep with the Coalition has today rushed a Bill through Parliament that sends a devastating message to migrant and refugee communities across Australia – no matter how long you have lived here, if you are not a citizen you will
Read moreLast night’s rushed Senate hearing on the Albanese Government’s Anti-Fairness and Deportation Bill has exposed shocking revelations about the Albanese Government’s secret deal with Nauru – including that the agreement could be worth at least $2.5 billion, with estimates that it may reach over $7 billion in terms of its total value to Nauru. The
Read moreIn another staggering blow to transparency and fairness, tonight’s hearing on the Government’s Anti-Fairness and Deportation Bill has been rigged to silence critical voices. Only Home Affairs officials will be allowed to give evidence, while human rights organisations, legal experts, and frontline community groups – those working directly with people whose lives are on the
Read moreLeaders of multicultural communities say they are being betrayed by the Albanese Government. Tired of seeing the weaponisation of hatred and discrimination towards migrants for political gain, they had hoped that the resounding election result and the removal of Peter Dutton from office would end the dog whistling and race baiting that has dominated Australia’s
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Have you ever wondered how small acts of kindness can create a ripple of change on International Day of Charity? When most people hear the word ‘charity’, the first thought that comes to mind is often money. But generosity takes many forms, and its impact can be just as powerful when shared through time, skills,
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This blog is designed to provide a plain-language explainer to help community members understand the proposed new laws and what they could mean. It does not constitute legal advice. If you believe these changes may affect you, we strongly encourage you to seek guidance from your legal representative. What is the Anti-Fairness Bill? On 26
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Today, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) proudly wears purple in unwavering solidarity with our LGBTQIA+ community. On this year’s Wear It Purple Day, we celebrate the theme “Bold Voices, Bright Futures” and shine a light on the plight of LGBTQIA+ people seeking asylum and refugees who face disproportionate challenges simply for being who they
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If you’ve ever called the ASRC hotline to ask about donating used household goods or clothing, chances are you were directed to one of our long-standing partners, West Welcome Wagon. Since 2013, this incredible volunteer-powered organisation has been providing practical support to people seeking asylum and refugees across Melbourne’s western suburbs. West Welcome Wagon began
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