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Senator Chris Evans was sworn in as the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship on 3 December 2007.
Australia continues to welcome international students
8 September 2010
Large numbers of overseas students continue to apply for temporary visas to study at Australian universities, Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans said today.
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MCIMA Communique
16 July 2010
The Ministerial Council on Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (the council) met in Melbourne on 16 July 2010, hosted by the Government of Victoria.
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Abbott must admit he won't turn boats back
8 July 2010
Tony Abbott has conceded his empty and false promise to turn back the boats can't be delivered, Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans said today.
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