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The number of refugees granted protection or resettlement in Australia in 2023 reached its second highest level in more than 40 years, the Refugee Council of Australia’s analysis of data from UNHCR’s new Global Trends:...

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25 March 2024

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As we work towards a more inclusive future with fair and humane policies for those seeking sanctuary, we remain committed to working alongside First Nations people for the achievement of a fully reconciled Australia.