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Manus asylum seekers make friends with Australians online, but many do not want to come here
ABC News, 25 July
Jill Horton is part of a large community of Australians who have reached out to asylum seekers in detention, providing friendship and support. Doctors, lawyers, artists, musicians, writers and activists are helping people in detention, especially concerning their mental health needs. People are connecting online and organising lawyers and translators, as well as helping with applications and raising money for sponsorship for those still living in limbo on Manus and Nauru... more
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‘Wicked thing’: Centre Alliance MP blasts government over Medevac repeal bid
SBS News, 25 July
MP Rebekha Sharkie has appealed to her Christian colleagues to read a section of the Bible before voting. She drew on her Christian faith during a debate about the government’s Medevac repeal bill in a passionate defence of the laws that were passed in February. “Matthew 25 makes it very clear– in the New Testament stranger and neighbour are in fact synonymous. The golden rule of love your neighbour as yourself refers not just to the people you know, your neighbours, but also to those you do not know" ... more
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