Coalition claims high migration has become new normal as Australia records 300,000 new arrivals
Australia recorded 301,000 net overseas migrants in 2025, marking the 14th consecutive quarter of migration levels exceeding 300,000. The federal opposition is criticizing the government, labeling these figures as an unsustainable 'new normal'.
Why it matters
Migration levels are a central political issue in Australia, impacting debates on housing, infrastructure, and economic policy.
Net overseas migration dipped slightly in 2025 to 301,000, down from 306,000 the year before. ( AAP: Dean Lewins )
The framing emphasizes the opposition's critique of 'unsustainable' levels, though it maintains a neutral reporting style.
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