Theguardian iconTheguardianSep 17, 2026 ~1 min source read

Amid claims of ‘mass migration’, Labor hopes a measured approach will take the hot air out of the debate

The country's migration settings have become a source of discontent – but will Tony Burke's approach be seen as the right mix?

Amid claims of ‘mass migration’, Labor hopes a measured approach will take the hot air out of the debate

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The country's migration settings have become a source of discontent – but will Tony Burke's approach be seen as the right mix?

The home affairs minister's message was immediately endorsed by employer groups, who over recent days have made it clear that steps to arbitrarily slash migrant numbers would compound already severe skills...

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The country's migration settings have become a source of discontent – but will Tony Burke's approach be seen as the right mix? The home affairs minister's message was immediately endorsed by employer groups, who over recent days have made it clear that steps to arbitrarily slash migrant numbers would compound already severe skills shortages and hurt businesses, especially those in the regions.

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The home affairs minister's message was immediately endorsed by employer groups, who over recent days have made it clear that steps to arbitrarily slash migrant numbers would compound already severe skills shortages and hurt businesses, especially those in the regions.

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