The federal government is considering deporting backpackers over Bronte Beach party

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke was "shocked at the scenes" at Bronte Beach on Christmas when a crowd breached social distancing and other rules.

A file photo of Immigration Minister Alex Hawke

A file photo of Immigration Minister Alex Hawke Source: AAP

The federal government is considering deporting some people who participated in a large party in Sydney's eastern suburbs on Christmas Day, with temporary visa holders warned about the potential consequences of flouting coronavirus restrictions.

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke was "shocked" at what he saw at Bronte Beach when a crowd breached social distancing and other rules imposed due to a virus outbreak in Sydney's north.


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