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Fleeing Ukrainians 'touched' by warm welcome but some challenges remain

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Igor and Valyntyna Source: SBS News / SBS

The Australian government has speedily processed more than 3,000 visas for Ukrainians but many are on tourist visas with no ability to work, or access to medical treatment through Medicare.


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By Biwa Kwan

Source: SBS News



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The Australian government has speedily processed more than 3,000 visas for Ukrainians but many are on tourist visas with no ability to work, or access to medical treatment through Medicare.



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