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Leaked document shows Morrison worked to delay visas

Treasurer Scott Morrison, formerly immigration minister

Treasurer Scott Morrison, formerly immigration minister Source: AAP

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is defending his Government's stand on border protection after secret documents revealed how it tried to block asylum seekers from getting permanent visas.


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By Samantha Beniac-Brooks, Marija Zivic

Source: SBS



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Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is defending his Government's stand on border protection after secret documents revealed how it tried to block asylum seekers from getting permanent visas.



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