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RARE PHOTOS: Incentives for more students backpackers | Vintage Vibes

Scott Morrison

The federal government will rebate visa application fees for backpackers and international students heading to Australia in an attempt to address the workforce shortage.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on Wednesday the $630 fee for international students would be covered for the next eight weeks, while they will be covered for backpackers for 12 weeks.

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said the initiative was set to cost $55 million.

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