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New laws for immigration detention centres aim to stamp out 'prison-like' culture

A sign along a fence reads "RESTRICTED AREA. NO UNAUTHORISED ACCESS".

Signage is seen along the perimeter fence of the Melbourne Immigration Transit Accommodation complex in Broadmeadows, Melbourne, Saturday, July 13, 2019. Source: AAP / James Ross

The policy announcement follows a report in April which flagged serious concerns over safety and care at one immigration detention centre.



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