The federal government will introduce a new ballot system for working holiday visas, and tighten the rules around student visas, in reforms a hospitality expert says could “tear through” the sector.
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke delivered a long-awaited update to federal Labor’s migration framework on Thursday, outlining how the government plans to lower net overseas migration from 300,000 to 225,000 by 2028.
As concerns grow about housing affordability and the infrastructure needed to support a growing population, Burke rejected “absurd claims” that Australia is a “nation of mass migration.”
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Focused on the small business sector, David’s work covers the political, regulatory, and economic issues facing Australian entrepreneurs. Prior to joining SmartCompany, he was a reporter for Business Insider Australia. You can follow him on LinkedIn.
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