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One Nation reveals ‘net-negative’ migration plan that would slash 750,000 visas

International students and the families of skilled migrants would be targeted under a policy Pauline Hanson says would put downward pressure on rents, citing the experience of another Commonwealth country.

One Nation reveals ‘net-negative’ migration plan that would slash 750,000 visas

One Nation has announced plans to cut Australia's temporary migration program. The proposal targets international students and families of skilled migrants, with the aim of putting downward pressure on rents. According to Pauline Hanson, the plan is based on the experience of another Commonwealth country.

The plan would involve cutting 750,000 visas. International students and families of skilled migrants would be the focus of the cuts.

One Nation's plan is aimed at reducing the number of temporary migrants in Australia.

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