Manus report fails to dig deep enough and Minister still blaming victims The government inquiry into the events on Manus Island was limited from the beginning due to its narrow scope. Following the reports release, which includes a detailed account of the death of Reza Barati and the extent of the violence against asylum seekers, the Minister continues
Read moreRefugee activists significantly underestimated how brutal successive governments were prepared to be to stop the sight of asylum seekers drowning at sea, writes Pamela Curr. After Australia watched an estimated 97 asylum seekers drown in the ocean off Christmas Island in 2010, a national tragedy, no new rescue policy was initiated. The total number of
Read moreCuts to legal assistance for refugees another denial of justice Today’s Federal Government announcement of drastic funding cuts to the Immigration Advice and Application Assistance Scheme are a further denial of justice for asylum seekers, and will leave many to navigate the legal process on their own. The Minister for Immigration, Scott Morrison, has confirmed
Read moreThis is a Guide only and is intended to provide general information. Users of this Guide are strongly encouraged to consult with a migration agent or lawyer before taking any course of action related to information, ideas or opinions expressed in this Guide. INFORMATION SHEET – FREEZE ON GRANTING PROTECTION VISAS UNTIL 30 JUNE 2014
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