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UN human rights commissioner concerned about Australia's asylum seeker treatment

Protesters show support for refugees in Australia (AAP)

Protesters show support for refugees in Australia (AAP) Source: AAP

Michelle Bachelet has delivered a speech in Sydney, calling out the federal government's approach to asylum seekers.


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By Abbie O'Brien

Presented by Stephanie Corsetti

Source: SBS


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Michelle Bachelet has delivered a speech in Sydney, calling out the federal government's approach to asylum seekers.



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