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Net overseas migration to Australia drops by 20%
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| Author: |
Alan Collett |
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010 |
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Australia’s net overseas migration (NOM) level is predicted to drop by 20 per cent by the end of the current financial year (ending on 30th June, 2010) in response to Government reforms to temporary and permanent migration and economic conditions, Australia's Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, said today.
Launching the Department of Immigration and Citizenship’s (DIAC) publication, "Population flows – Immigration aspects 2008-09," Senator Evans said the level of NOM – which includes both permanent migrants and long-term temporary migrants – peaked in 2008-09 and is on the way down.
Senator Evans said last year’s peak was largely a result of rapid growth in temporary immigrants following decisions by the Howard government which opened up permanent entry pathways for temporary residents such as students.
"Net overseas migration is already falling as reforms to the 457 visa program help to ensure that temporary overseas workers complement and not compete with Australian workers," Senator Evans said.
"In addition, the government has recently introduced a new Skilled Occupation List. This list is designed to target occupations of longer term economic value and will deliver highly skilled migrants while breaking the nexus between permanent residency and low-value education courses."
The Minister's Media Release is available via the weblink below.
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http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/media-releases/2010/ce10042.htm |
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