The Federal Opposition has supported the Government legislation that extends the time it takes for some migrants to access welfare benefits after arrival in Australia.
Migrants granted a permanent skilled or family visa after January the 1st next year will have to wait four years to get Newstart payments.
Multicultural groups say they are shocked and disappointed by new laws which will force many migrants to wait four years before they can qualify for the dole.
The Federal Opposition is facing savage criticism for backing the legislation, which cleared federal parliament on Monday night.
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