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By Michael Brown • Updated Oct 2, 2026 at 13:10

Holidays shock amid 15pc drop in backpacker workers - The Australian — Tony Burke's new student visa rules cause concern

Tony Burke's student visa overhaul has caused concerns about backpacker workers, with a noticeable reduction in their numbers. The new rules target long-term temporary migrants and offer an supplementary $1,200 for students switching courses. The changes are expected to affect the tourism and hospitality sectors.

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