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'An affront to democracy': Paterson slams attempt to ban estimates clips on social media

'Proceedings of the parliament are public - for good reason.'

The Canberra Times

'Difficult' test looming in neo-Nazi High Court case

A political party the government argues is a Trojan Horse for neo-Nazi groups is challenging hate group legislation passed in the wake of the Bondi massacre.

AAP

Prime minister steps in to deny refugee cuts

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has denied concerns Australia's refugee intake would be cut after the government was accused of pandering to One Nation.

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South Africa adds R500 processing fee to ETA system; here’s what travellers will pay

South Africa has introduced a R500 processing fee for applications made through its Electronic Travel Authorisation system. While the digital service is no longer free, the government says travellers who previously relied on outsourced visa centres could see their overall visa costs fall significantly.

The Economic Times

Labor unhurried on migration policy over ramifications

The home affairs minister has not given an indication when an overhaul of Australia's migration policy will be unveiled, citing possible unintended concerns.

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Political interference allegations by sect 'chilling'

A Christian sect leader has rejected claims members paid far-right activists to disrupt the 2025 federal election, though some may have campaigned.

AAP

Rife violence, drugs exposed in detention centre audit

The prolonged detention of children and risk of violence are among serious concerns raised in a recent audit of a notorious immigration detention centre.

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Singapore tightens anti-scam rules on social media, messaging platforms

Singapore, the region's second-largest economy, lost over $2.8 billion to scams from 2020 through the first half of 2025, Home Affairs Minister Sim Ann told parliament last November. The new rules under the Online Criminal Harms Act target services deemed to "pose the highest risk of scams" in the country,…

The Economic Times

Australia working holiday visa delays: What applicants, including Indians, need to know

Australia has slowed the processing of Working Holiday Maker visas amid a high volume of applications, even as the government reviews its broader migration policy. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has confirmed that applications are still being processed, but at a slower pace.

The Economic Times

Violent, gory content shaping youth extremist pathway

A youth justice insider has exposed the gory mix of content shaping a new form of extremism, as authorities call out gaming and social media.

AAP

View from The Hill: Burke struggles to wrangle numbers as opposition and One Nation apply heat on migration

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke’s cancelling of his big speech on migration that had been scheduled for delivery at the National Press Club on Thursday was embarrassing but also revealing.

The Conversation

'Chaos and confusion' engulfs future migration policy

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke was due to unveil migration policies in a major speech before it was cancelled.

AAP

More action urged to tackle Islamophobia in key report

Greater action is being urged to tackle discrimination at its roots, as the federal government responds to a long-awaited report into Islamophobia.

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Last 'ISIS bride' weighing up return to Australia

The home affairs minister says he knows where the last so-called "ISIS bride" is currently living while she decides whether to returns to Australia.

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'Full force of law': smuggled boat arrivals deported

A man charged over a failed people smuggling operation in northern Australia is set to face the "full force of the law", the federal government says.

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Man charged after smuggled boat arrivals stun campers

Suspicious activity in a car park near where a group of foreign nationals arrived on a boat has led to a Taiwanese national being charged with people smuggling.

France 24

Thousands of foreign nationals leave South Africa ahead of June 30 'deadline'

Thousands of people have fled South Africa in recent weeks ahead of a June 30 "deadline" for foreign nationals to leave the country announced by anti-immigrant groups. We spoke to Congolese refugees in KwaZulu-Natal province who were forced to leave their homes and livelihoods after anti-immigrant protests erupted in violence.

Bangkok Post

South Africa says 2,745 foreigners sent home in a week

JOHANNESBURG - South Africa has repatriated 2,745 foreigners in the week after President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed tougher action against illegal immigration, the country's home affairs minister said on Sunday.

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Compo cost unknown after High Court detention ruling

Just how much taxpayers will be billed following a High Court ruling on unlawful detention is still being examined.

The Canberra Times

Five things you need to know from the first week of estimates

Estimates restarts on Tuesday after explosive first week.

AAP

FED:'More being radicalised', counter-terror boss warns

Australia's counter-terrorism boss believes the states and territories need more funding to educate young people who are sympathetic to radical ideals.

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'ISIS bride' tried to board plane despite Australia ban

Despite an order barring her from entering Australia, a woman with links to Islamic State attempted to board a flight with others returning home.

AAP

Citizenship fast-track announcement a social media fabrication

Social media posts are falsely claiming Australia's immigration minister has announced plans to fast-track citizenship for millions of temporary visa holders.

AAP

Neo-Nazi group outlawed under anti-hate legislation

A neo-Nazi group that advocates for a white Australia has been listed as a prohibited hate group after advice from the nation's domestic spy agency.

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Slavery and terror group charges for 'ISIS brides'

There have been chaotic scenes at Sydney and Melbourne airports as three Islamic State-linked women were arrested after arriving with their families from Syria.

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