Australia's migration system to undergo major changes as PM flags reduced intake

The 200-page report, led by former public service chief Martin Parkinson, outlined the case for "major reform" of the system to stop Australia becoming a nation of "permanently temporary" residents where underpayment and exploitation can arise.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a press conference in Sydney, Saturday, December 9 2023. (AAP Image/Brent Lewin) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / BRENT LEWIN/AAPIMAGE

Key Points

• The federal government is due to outline its strategy for major reforms to Australia's immigration system.
• Parkinson review identified cases of exploitation of the migration system by international students.
• The report also found the immigration backlog and ageing technology systems in Home Affairs reflected the severity of the problems.