Calls for a better refugee response as Australia approaches one millionth visa milestone

09/11/2025 6 min
Calls for a better refugee response as Australia approaches one millionth visa milestone

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Australia is set to issue its one millionth permanent humanitarian visa since the end of World War II as early as the end of this year. The milestone has prompted celebration over the immense contribution refugees make to Australia's national story. But refugee rights organisations say it's a pertinent time to consider how Australia can improve its response to mass global displacement.

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