Refugees
Offshore Detention Costs Soar to Astronomical Heights
The cost to keep people in detention centres on Manus and Nauru has reached $574,000 per person annually, and it’s......
As Medevac is repealed, what happens to critical care for refugees?
The Federal Government has repealed Medevac legislation with the support of independent senator Jacqui Lambie after reaching an undisclosed agreement.......
Refugees gain hope after Behrouz Boochani’s release to New Zealand
Last night, after 6 years in different detention centres hoping to obtain asylum in Australia, Kurdish journalist and refugee Behrouz......
Asylum Seekers face increasing hardships living in the community
Students from the University of Queensland are conducting a social advocacy project to help spread awareness over the challenges people......
Doctor for Refugees Slams Lack of Government Intervention
This week Adelaide hosted the Australian Public Health Conference. This year’s conference celebrates fifty years of dedication from doctors and......
Department of Home Affairs slammed for delaying, refusing medical transfers of asylum seekers
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers and the National Justice Project have slammed the Department of Home Affairs for delaying and refusing to......
Nauru elects former human rights lawyer as new President
A new president was chosen for the Pacific island nation of Nauru yesterday after an election was held last Saturday.......
Oxfam says more refugees means a better economy
A new report released by Oxfam claims that increasing Australia’s refugee intake will improve the economy. The report’s findings call......
Refugees plea for alternative to Temporary Protection Visa
The Morrison Government has refused to allow refugees on Temporary Protection Visas to apply for permanent citizenship. On Monday, protesters......
30,000 Refugees in Crisis
A report by the Human Rights commission has today highlighted the plight of 30,000 refugees struggling to survive in Australia.......