Federal Opposition accuses Labor of weak border policies

The federal government has defended its decision to make changes to temporary protection visas, as the Defence Department reveals it has boosted its surveillance presence in Australia's top End.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Question Time (AAP).

The opposition suggests the Defence Department's move signals a concern that the changes could prompt a resumption in people smuggling boat arrivals.

Kulasegaram Sanchayan reports in Tamil with a feature written by Samantha Beniac-Brooks.

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