Australia is set to deport three violent criminals, including a convicted murderer, to Nauru following a recent court ruling that prohibits the indefinite imprisonment of dangerous immigrants. The individuals, who are not citizens of Nauru, have been granted 30-year visas by the Australian government. This decision comes after an Australian High Court ruling in 2023 overturned the policy of detaining immigrants who failed the country's character test due to criminal behavior.
Opposition leaders have raised concerns about the remaining 200 immigrants with criminal records who cannot be deported and will continue to stay in Australia despite the Nauru deportation deal. The government's move to deport only three individuals has sparked criticism, with questions raised about the safety of the community.
