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Survey reveals Australians are suspicious of refugees

The Norwegian ship Tampa positioned off Christmas Island, in August 2001
The Norwegian ship Tampa positioned off Christmas Island, in August 2001 Source: AAP

IPSOS research reveals that 63 per cent of Australians support people’s right to seek refuge but there was growing support to close our borders.


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By Allan Lee

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IPSOS research reveals that 63 per cent of Australians support people’s right to seek refuge but there was growing support to close our borders.



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