A new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is now required for Australians traveling to the UK, costing £10 and valid for multiple trips over two years. The application must be approved before boarding a flight, processed within hours, and aims to prevent abuse of the immigration system. From May 1, 2025, Australians traveling to Europe’s Schengen Area will also need to apply for an ETIAS visa waiver, requiring an online form and a €7 fee for up to three years.
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James Paterson labels 1.2 million home building goal ‘delusional’ as Treasury flags shortfall in leak
Liberal senator James Paterson criticized the government's target of building 1.2 million homes by 2029 as "delusional," arguing that it is unrealistic given current construction rates of about 170,000 homes annually. While acknowledging the goal's ambition, he emphasized the need for achievable targets and suggested that the Coalition is reviewing policies to address housing shortages, including potential changes to migration policies and land development strategies. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Coalition's acting...
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