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New labour scheme aims to improve Australia's relations with its neighbours

 Deckhands from Tuvalu working in NSW
Deckhands from Tuvalu working in NSW Source: SBS

Over the past few months Australia has become home to dozens of Pacific Islanders working here under a new labour scheme.


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By Amelia Dunn, Marija Zivic

Source: SBS



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Over the past few months Australia has become home to dozens of Pacific Islanders working here under a new labour scheme.


With 2,000 workers arriving over the next year, the government hopes to boost local industries that need help, and strengthen relations with some of Australia's closest neighbours.


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