Government drops concession for pensioners' citizenship fees

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Australian Minister for Home Affairs Peter Dutton Source: AAP

The Turnbull Government has dropped a concession that gave disadvantaged pensioners a discount when applying for Australian citizenship. The new rules are due to take effect on July the 1st, but there are already moves to reverse the changes on the floor of parliament.



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