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Labor upgrades migration numbers by 55,000 in federal budget
Australia's federal budget upgraded net migration forecasts by 55,000 over two years, projecting 990,000 migrants by July 2029. The Coalition and One Nation are demanding migration cuts, citing housing shortages and infrastructure strain. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said migration reflects temporary residents staying longer and remains 45 percent below post-pandemic peaks.
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