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English language-learning program changes aimed at social cohesion, says government

Minister for Cities Alan Tudge at a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Thursday, July 9, 2020. (AAP Image/Mick Tsikas) NO ARCHIVING

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The federal government says changes to its one-billion dollar English-language program for migrants is aimed at improving social cohesion as Australia emerges from the pandemic. Migrant groups have welcomed the changes, but say everyone has a role to play in improving cultural understanding, and seeing the value of migrants beyond their English-language proficiency. Labor has meanwhile called for an anti-racism strategy.



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