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Outcry after government announces four-month deadline for maritime asylum seeker applications

Protesters hold signs to participate in a rally to welcome refugees in Sydney

Protesters hold signs to participate in a rally to welcome refugees in Sydney Source: AAP/NEWZULU/Richard Milnes

Immigration Minister Peter Dutton says what he's deemed "fake refugees" are costing taxpayers millions of dollars in welfare payments. However, advocates say government obstacles are preventing many from filing applications in the first place.



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