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Multicultural groups upset over changes to migrant welfare

ACOSS chief executive Cassandra Goldie

Multicultural groups say they are shocked and disappointed by new laws which will force many migrants to wait four years before they can qualify for the dole.


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By Sonja Heydeman

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Multicultural groups say they are shocked and disappointed by new laws which will force many migrants to wait four years before they can qualify for the dole.



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