From July next year new migrants will have to wait three years before they can access certain welfare payments, extending the current two-year waiting period. Treasurer Scott Morrison made the announcement as a key new savings measure when providing an update on the country's budget outlook. The government says the new measure will save $1.3 billion over the next four years. But community groups are saying it'll come at a great cost.
Welfare changes to impact migrants
Australian Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison speaks during a press conference. Source: AAP
Community groups are saying the government's new welfare laws will make it harder for migrants to live in Australia.
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