Brief
Australia’s coalition proposes cutting net migration to a third of current levels
Angus Taylor plans to reduce net migration to roughly 100,000, arguing it will ease budget pressures without harming the economy.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Opposition leader Angus Taylor announced that the coalition will propose cutting net migration to about a third of the current intake – roughly 100,000 people – in a policy set to be released on Tuesday, according to a report by the Sydney Morning Herald.
What happened
The proposal, revealed in a briefing to journalists, would see net migration reduced from the present level of around 300,000 to about 100,000. Sources who declined to be named said the figure reflects a “larger‑than‑expected reduction” that the coalition believes will not damage Australia’s ailing budget or economy.
What the reports add
The SMH article notes that the move is intended to counter One Nation’s growing influence on immigration policy, with Taylor hoping to “halt One Nation’s momentum”. No other outlet has provided a different figure for the proposed intake.
What was said
Angus Taylor told the masthead that the reduction would “not hurt Australia’s ailing budget and economy”. The report does not quote any other officials or opposition members.
How it came about
The immigration proposal follows weeks of debate over Australia’s migration numbers, with the coalition previously warning that high intake levels strain public services. Earlier this month, the Greens faced criticism over their stance on Ukraine, and the government has been under pressure to address both fiscal and security concerns.
Key facts
- Angus Taylor announced a plan to cut net migration to about 100,000 people. (smh.com.au)
- The proposed cut represents roughly a third of the current intake. (smh.com.au)
- The coalition says the reduction will not harm the budget or economy. (smh.com.au)
Sources
- [1] smh.com.au — originally reported as “Australia news LIVE: Coalition to slash immigration, Greens under fire for Ukraine stance”
