The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre condemns the Australian Government’s actions to freeze the processing of protection applications and repeal complementary protection. Following the successful disallowance motion blocking TPVs, the Coalition government has launched an unprecedented attack on the rights of asylum seekers. Media Release – Retaliation for disallowance of TPVs a disgrace
Read moreSpeaking points for when you meet with your MP to discuss asylum seeker policy, asking them to commit to protecting the rights of asylum seekers. Open letter to elected representatives
Read moreAustralia’s new Prime Minister Tony Abbott will be claiming a lot of mandates during the coming term of Federal Government. Some, including his determination to repeal the carbon tax, are likely to meet formal opposition within the Parliament. Other parts of his “Real Solutions” policy platform, however, can expect far easier passage through both the
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As we all waited with baited breath for the announcement of Rudd’s new asylum seeker policy on Friday, speculation mounted. Rumours were rife, especially as the expected 2pm press conference was delayed to 4.30pm. The asylum seeker and refugee sector waited nervously as Rudd and his contingent appeared before the throng of media along with
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