Government study finds migrants improve Australian living standards

The latest research shows skilled migrants add to Australia's wealth and do not live on welfare or rob local workers of jobs.

A new study has found that migrants contribute to Australia more than just culturally. Source: AAP

A new study shows skilled migrants add to Australia's wealth, and do not live on welfare or rob local workers of jobs. The report by the Treasury and the Department of Home Affairs follows calls to reduce Australia's immigration intake.



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