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Sri Lankan fishermen say a key measure introduced by the Australian government to deter operators from sending desperate people across the seas is ineffective, while official sources say the brother of a Sri Lankan MP is being investigated over allegations of people smuggling.

A controversial program that provides visas to those who invest at least $5 million in Australia is on the chopping block ahead of next month's budget.

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Increased migration caps and improved employment outcomes for disadvantaged Australians were some of the key takeaways from day two of the jobs summit.

Business welcomes immigration increase as government announces extra work hours for pensioners

The federal government has announced an additional 35,000 permanent skilled migrants will be able to apply for visas this year in an attempt to address critical skills shortages.

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Annual intake could potentially rise from 160,000 to up to 200,000 places as businesses cry out for skilled workers

Man’s lawyers claim Clare O’Neil’s decision is unconstitutional and ask for him to be released from detention