Immigration issues

Australia is becoming less trusting, more pessimistic and increasingly divided over immigrationThe latest Mapping Social Cohesion report reveals support for multiculturalism has fallen sharply, and negative attitudes towards some religious communities are on the riseIn this story:Dr James O'Donnell, lead author of the Scanlon Foundation's latest report says the study reveals a cause for concern of Australia's changing social landscapeAlthough 76 per cent of Australians still believe multiculturalism is good for the country, that's a 13 point decline in just three yearsSix in ten believe immigration levels are too highStudy reveals 40 per cent negative attitudes towards Muslims in the countryNationally trust and attitudes towards diversity are deteriorating, but 80 per cent say their neighbours get alongTrust in government remains low, with just 31 per cent saying they trust the federal government all or most of the timeAlmost half or 48 per cent believe major changes to the country's political system are neededSBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

Visa delays and new rules leave families struggling to reunite with ageing parents as backlogs continue to grow.New visitor visa restrictions are adding pressure to families already facing lengthy parent visa backlogs. This episode explores the difficult choices confronting migrants with ageing parents overseas as long waits, high costs and changing rules raise fresh questions about family reunification.In this episodeHow new visitor visa conditions could limit options for families waiting on parent visasOne family's tragic experience after years of waiting for a visa decision Advocates say the changes could leave ageing parents separated from their children for decades.The growing parent visa backlog, processing times and costs facing applicantsConcerns that migration policies may force some families to choose between life in Australia and caring for ageing parents overseasSBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

The federal government says Labor’s long-awaited immigration reforms are designed to bring net migration down, ease pressure on housing and close what it describes as loopholes in the visa system. But what does that look like for farmers, current international students and migrant workers?

Support for One Nation has been on the rise in recent months. But in the electorate of Hunter - a Labor stronghold in New South Wales - the party was the runner up in last year's election, one of only two electorates where that happened. SBS News reporter Kerrin Thomas travelled to Hunter to speak to residents about how they're feeling about the party's latest moves.

A new report by the Lowy Institute reveals support for multiculturalism in Australia has plunged in the past two years. A recent poll has linked a decline in support for both current migration levels and multiculturalism, which coincides with growing fears about economic and social safety.A new report by the Lowy Institute reveals support for multiculturalism in Australia has plunged in the past two years.A recent poll has linked a decline in support for both current migration levels and multiculturalism, which coincides with growing fears about economic and social safety.

This week, Australia celebrates the one million refugees who’ve made a home here since the end of World War Two. While some employers are offering new jobs and training, there are also calls to cut the refugee intake and some initiatives are at risk.

The New South Wales government has unveiled the state's first Migrant Workers Centre to support temporary visa holders. It means migrant workers in Sydney now have a dedicated hub to seek help over work exploitation. It’s backed by $6.5 million in state funding over the next four years to provide workplace, safety and immigration support to vulnerable migrants across the state.

Opposition leader Angus Taylor has outlined the Coalition's new hardline immigration policy. The plan has drawn widespread criticism and strong condemnation from critics, including Labor and human rights groups.

A local program in Darwin is helping refugees and new migrants connect with their community, while building life-long friendships. The walking group may be simple, but organisers say at a time when more people are facing conflict and displacement, the initiative provides a welcome escape.

For international students studying in Australia, accessing healthcare is often seen as too expensive - or too confusing to navigate. But a new initiative - designed by international students FOR international students - aims to make services easier to find, while breaking down taboos around sexual and mental health.