Refugee advocates welcome passing of medivac bill

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Refugee advocates say the bill will save lives, despite claims from the Federal Government that it will weaken Australia's borders.

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Published 14 February 2019 8:37am

By Amy Hall

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Refugee advocates say the bill will save lives, despite claims from the Federal Government that it will weaken Australia's borders.

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Refugee advocates welcome passing of medivac bill

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Refugee advocates say the bill will save lives, despite claims from the Federal Government that it will weaken Australia's borders.

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Refugee advocates say the bill will save lives, despite claims from the Federal Government that it will weaken Australia's borders.

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