Australian 457 visas criticised by Senate Committee
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9:26 09/04/2016
The Australian Senate Committee says that there is exploitation of temporary foreign workers in Australia who enter the country under a range of schemes including the Seasonal Worker Program for...
Australian unions speak out about 457 visa 'abuse'
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Western Australia reduces school fees for 457 visa holders' children
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The Western Australian government has delayed the introduction of school fees for the children of international workers in the country on temporary work visas who are being educated in state schools...
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