The statement warned that Labor’s approach was becoming increasingly bureaucratic, undermining the ability of multicultural communities to have their voices heard.
In a late-night video monologue, Ferris repeated the claims, saying it “blows my mind” that “Indians, Asians, Black and Pākehā” were campaigning to “take a Māori seat from Māori.”
Sanjay Sharma's initiatives, including the Multicultural Cup and Independence Day Tape Ball Matches, foster cultural exchange, teamwork, and lasting friendships across communities.
Prince, a chef who has lived in Christchurch for the past decade, says her son Jap Sahib faces instability if he remains in India, where he has been living since his visa was rejected.
“They are hard-working, family-oriented and peace-loving communities, and it is a national disgrace that they have been publicly vilified from any quarter.”
“Our High Commissioner and Consulates General in Australia were in regular touch with both the Australian government and community members before and during the protests.”
In the 2023-24 financial year, 210,000 visas were granted by the Australian government across these three pathways, of which 65% (137,100) went to skilled migrants.
Tarsem Singh appeared in court in Darke County this week, where he was formally charged over the February incident that claimed the life of 17-year-old Ashlee Holmes.
The biggest change for consumers will be the removal of surcharges on debit, prepaid and credit cards across the designated eftpos, Mastercard and Visa networks from 1 October 2026.
Under the Fair Work Act 2009, courts can impose substantial penalties for sham contracting, including fines of up to $19,800 for individuals and as much as $495,000 for larger businesses, or three times the amount underpaid.
