Category Archives: Refugee Rights

Generous contribution received

Posted on 22nd May 2013 by Winston

An anonymous donation of $500 has been received for the support of refugees. The donor has requested as follows: PLEASE ANNOUNCE CLEARLY ON BMRSG WEBSITE THAT ENCLOSED MONEY WAS RECEIVED SO THE SENDER IS MADE SURE OF ITS SAFE ARRIVAL. … Continue reading →

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Suicide and self-harm in the Immigration Detention Network

Posted on 22nd May 2013 by Winston

The Commonwealth and Immigration Ombudsman, Mr Colin Neave, today released a report titled: Suicide and Self-harm in the Immigration Detention Network. “The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (the department) has accepted all of the recommendations in the report, either in … Continue reading →

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More Sri Lankans returned to Colombo

Posted on 17th May 2013 by Winston

Media Release from Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Brendan O’Connor Thursday, 16 May 2013 A further 57 Sri Lankan irregular maritime arrivals have been returned to Colombo after failing to meet Australia’s international obligations, Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Brendan … Continue reading →

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