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Government tightens visa character test

Minister for Immigration David Coleman during Question Time in the House of Representatives at Parliament House in Canberra, Wednesday, February 20, 2019. (AAP Image/Dean Lewins) NO ARCHIVING

Australian Immigration Minister David Coleman. February 20, 2019. Source: AAP Image/Dean Lewins

Tens of thousands of migrants could have their visas cancelled under proposed laws to tighten the character test.


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By Rosemary Bolger

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Tens of thousands of migrants could have their visas cancelled under proposed laws to tighten the character test.


The changes introduced to Parliament last month are expected to have a disproportionate effect on New Zealanders living in Australia, deepening a growing rift between the two countries over deportations.

Experts say the implementation of the policy is having a devastating impact on many families.

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