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The Australian Human Rights Commission is calling for urgent action from government and business to address the escalating impacts of climate change on Australians’ human rights. Launching its first major report on climate change, Human rights on a warming Earth, Commission President Hugh de Kretser said, ‘The evidence on the extreme threat to humans posed … Continued
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The Joint Standing Committee on Migration has launched a new inquiry into the value of skilled migration to Australia. Skilled migration has played a central role in shaping Australia’s economic success. Skilled migrants address labour shortages, meet in-demand skills, and foster innovation to boost productivity, drive economic growth, and improve living standards. They also contribute significantly by … Continued
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Wednesday, 29 October 2025 Human Rights Commissioner calls for transparency in Nauru deportation arrangement Australia’s Human Rights Commissioner has warned that the first deportation to Nauru under Australia’s new deportation deal exposes a disturbing lack of transparency and raises serious human rights concerns. The Minister for Home Affairs has confirmed that an initial transfer to … Continued
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Expert Alert: 28 October 2025 As Perth’s population surges toward 3.5 million people by 2039, experts warn that there is no climate transition plan. As Western Australia’s environment deteriorates, the Albanese government’s ‘priority critical minerals project’ will result in expansion of bauxite extraction in WA’s Jarrah forests. Sustainable Population Australia (SPA) argues that population growth, … Continued
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Key Facts: Key benefits of Frank OVHC include: Fully visa compliant, meeting the Department of Home Affairs requirements for 482 and 485 visa holders. Four covers to choose from with a range of services to suit member needs. Designed to be simple and transparent, so members can easily understand what’s included in their policy. Members … Continued
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Leading provider of multicultural out-of-home care services SSI has welcomed a landmark report from the Australian Human Rights Commission that places children’s voices at the centre of national reform efforts. The A Ground to Grow From report, based on consultations with over 500 children — including those with lived experience of care and children from … Continued
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Policymakers, legal experts and researchers, including people with lived experience of displacement, unite to tackle global refugee crises Speakers will address global uncertainty, misinformation and polarisation The 2025 Kaldor Centre Conference is on Thursday 23rd October at UNSW Sydney Australia is expected to soon welcome its one millionth refugee since World War II – … Continued
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Media Release: 03 October 2025 World Habitat Day is marked on the first Monday of October each year and is recognized by the United Nations. On 6 October 2025, the Global Observance of World Habitat Day will be “urban crisis response”. World Habitat Day | Urban October Sustainable Population Australia (SPA) argues that population … Continued
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Legal experts are calling for urgent safeguards to prevent surveillance technologies from undermining the human rights of migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum. Governments worldwide are rapidly turning to digital technologies to monitor people on the move – framing tools like GPS ankle monitors and smartphone tracking apps as ‘alternatives to detention’. But a major … Continued
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Leading non-profit SSI has welcomed the Victorian government’s steps to strengthen multiculturalism and social cohesion across the state, following its decision to implement key actions from the recent Victorian Multicultural Review. The government’s response to the review, which engaged more than 600 Victorians and received more than 150 written submissions, includes the establishment … Continued
