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Australia’s $50,000 parent visa takes so long to process that applicants die waiting

Approvals can take decades – and more than 1,500 people died in a 21-month period as they waited, data shows

The Guardian - AU · Aug 6

South Africa launches ETA: Indians can now get digital travel approval in 24-48 hours

South Africa has introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation system for Indian citizens. This digital authorisation allows short-term visits without needing to visit a visa centre. Eligible travellers can apply online for tourism and business trips up to ninety days. The system is currently available for specific airports and will expand…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

‘I lost hope in humanity, but I now call myself human’: what refugees told us about settling in regional Australia

While most Australians embrace multiculturalism, migration remains a contentious topic in Australia. Negative opinions, often unsubstantiated, are regularly aired in public debate.

The Conversation · Mar 23

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Help for athletes, bans for others: unpacking Australia’s complex, chaotic migration developments

The past 48 hours in Australia has showcased the dramatic complexities of the country’s migration and asylum landscape, and the power of ministerial intervention in this federal portfolio.

The Conversation · Mar 11

At least 29 Americans have sought asylum in Australia since second Trump presidency began

Applications from US citizens make up less than 1% of monthly applications but have risen steadily since Trump’s inauguration

The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2025

Punjab govt sacks DSP Sandhu for facilitating Bishnoi's interview

The dismissal order was issued by Gurkirat Karpal Singh, Secretary to the Government of Punjab, Department of Home Affairs on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 3, 2025

Millions allegedly misspent or wasted in Australia’s offshore detention system, senior Home Affairs official tells tribunal

Workers’ compensation case hears claims $6m in funds were misused on items including golf umbrellas in dispute with PNG contractor

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2024

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Thousands of extremists posts removed from social media

The Department of Home Affairs issued more than 3000 notices to social media companies requesting violent or extremist posts be removed in just six months.

AAP · Jan 7, 2024

Home affairs tried to water down report critical of ‘extraordinary’ counter-terror powers, documents reveal

Department engaged researchers to review its preventative detention of terrorists, only to attempt to remove their most serious criticisms

The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2023

Federal government criticised for not raising awareness of multicultural policies review

Community groups say they were not informed about a Home Affairs review into multicultural policies, with submissions for the terms of reference closing on March 19.

ABC News · Mar 7, 2023

Refugees held offshore plead with Australia to be moved, saying ‘every day is suffering’

Home affairs department’s submission to inquiry is the only one opposing Greens senator’s bill calling for refugee evacuation to Australia

The Guardian - AU · Mar 6, 2023

Australians share their stories of losing and regaining their citizenship under outdated law

After Australian man Matthew Niall revealed how he lost his citizenship under an outdated law, several others have come forward with their own stories of being stripped of their citizenship and how they regained it, showing his situation was far from an isolated case.

ABC News · Mar 3, 2023

Man jailed for arranging sham marriage in visa bid

Chao Hsien Hung has been jailed after organising a sham marriage in a bid to help a man and woman obtain Australian visas and permanent residency.

AAP · Mar 1, 2023

Visa delays caused by security checks turning Chinese students away from Australian universities

Research students turn to US and Europe instead of waiting for Department of Home Affairs to approve study in some STEM fields

The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2023

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ABC News · Feb 14, 2023

Australian Matthew Niall's citizenship resumed after it was automatically revoked under outdated law

Matthew Niall has his citizenship resumed after he shed light on the plight of Australians who automatically lost their citizenship due to a now-repealed law.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 13, 2023

Egyptian challenging Australia’s indefinite detention warned he faces forced removal within month

Tony Sami, held for 10 years, is fighting to stay with his two children and had been preparing for landmark high court case

ABC News · Feb 10, 2023

Are you a dual citizen? You might have lost your Australian rights without knowing

A recent case has highlighted the plight of those caught in legal limbo because they lost their citizenship. So how did we get here, when can citizenship be stripped under the law, and what are some solutions?

ABC News · Feb 9, 2023

When Matt got Irish citizenship, he lost his Australian citizenship. But he didn't find out until 20 years later

Under a little known and now-repealed piece of legislation, Australian adults who took up a second citizenship prior to 2002 automatically lost their Australian rights. But more than 20 years later, it's still impacting families today.

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ABC News · Feb 9, 2023

Australia and the US are cracking down on 'Chinese spies' in STEM, and Beijing is taking advantage

Australia and the United States have taken tough measures to counter technology theft and economic espionage from China. But prominent scientists are warning some of the measures are "killing the sector", and Beijing is taking advantage of it.

The Canberra Times · Jan 27, 2023

'Obscene amount' for Nauru contract

The federal government has awarded a $422 million contract for a prison company under investigation in the US to manage offshore detention.

ABC News · Jan 23, 2023

Lebanese migrant at centre of visa fail granted last-minute extension

Mohamed Barghachoun was less than 24 hours away from leaving Australia when the federal government intervened — the Lebanese man had paid $1,500 to a migration agent who failed to submit his visa application.

ABC News · Jan 18, 2023

Australian permanent visa challenges cause skilled worker exodus fears

A migration agency says Australia may be losing skilled workers to New Zealand or Canada as temporary residents face an expensive and uncertain path to permanent visas.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 14, 2023

Iranian PhD students remain in limbo due to Australian visa delays despite securing scholarships

With deadly protests in Iran exacerbating anguish, experts worry visa delays could risk a decline in Australian research standards

ABC News · Dec 21, 2022

Australia could ramp-up actions against Iran for 'egregious' human rights abuses, inquiry told

Australia could ramp up measures against Iran for its "egregious" human rights abuses, including the execution of protesters, a parliamentary inquiry has been told.

ABC News · Dec 11, 2022

How to wrench open the black box of algorithms that decide our fate

As algorithms make decisions about more and more parts of our lives, there are creative ways to seize back some control.

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