Labor unveils migration cuts targeting students, backpackers and overstayers
17-09-2026 07:49 via abc.net.au

Labor unveils migration cuts targeting students, backpackers and overstayers

Labor will restrict international student families, cap longer backpacker stays and target visa overstayers as it seeks greater control over migration.
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