New Bill to Allow Australia to Pause Entry of Some Temporary Visa Holders During Crises
By Naziya Alvi Rahman
Published on March 10, 2026.
The Albanese government has introduced legislation allowing it to temporarily halt the entry of some temporary immigrants during major events. The law aims to prevent these individuals from being stranded in Australia. The proposal was introduced by Assistant Minister for Citizenship Julian Hill, who stated it was driven by the situation in the Middle East.
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