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EPISODE · Oct 11, 2025 · 40 MIN

The immigration debate: Who’s really responsible for a ‘Big Australia’ – Labor or the Coalition?

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Liberal politicians - Andrew Hastie and Jacinta Price - are leading the charge to lower Australia’s immigration rate. But new analysis from the Australian National University says Coalition governments have largely been responsible for increased migration, this century. Creating the 457 temporary work visas, tying universities to international student fees, and signing 70% of Australia’s working holiday agreements. Professor Alan Gamlen breaks down the debate with the Issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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