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At least 20 Commonwealth Games athletes or team staff members are reportedly seeking asylum in Australia after staying in the country following last month's competition. The news comes a day after Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton warned any athletes and officials remaining in Australia to declare themselves by midnight, when their visas were due to expire, or face deportation.

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At least 20 Commonwealth Games athletes or team staff members are reportedly seeking asylum in Australia after staying in the country following last month's competition. The news comes a day after Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton warned any athletes and officials remaining in Australia to declare themselves by midnight, when their visas were due to expire, or face deportation.

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