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Six months since Russia's invasion, Ukrainian refugees say many more need help

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It was a sombre independence day for the Ukrainian community in Australia, many of whom have spent the last six months anxiously trying to check in with their loved ones now living with war. About 9000 Ukrainians have been offered Australian visas since Russia invaded, but those who have already settled here say there are far more who need help.
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