Zali Steggall

What the ad says

The Coalition’s proposed migration cuts are a desperate dog-whistle to One Nation voters - and would cause huge damage to Australia's economy and society. Migrants are an absolutely vital part of the fabric of our country. 🇦🇺 They are hospitality and health workers, teachers and tradies, business owners, neighbours and friends. They contribute so much to our everyday lives. In fact, there’s every chance you’ll benefit from the important work of a migrant today. Australia absolutely needs an orderly and measured approach to migration, alongside the investment needed in housing, transport, infrastructure and essential services. But reducing migration numbers or restricting migrants’ access to support will not solve the underlying challenges. We need to invest in the infrastructure and housing that a growing Australia needs, while recognising the enormous contribution migrants make to our economy and our communities. The Coalition should be focused on building the Australia we need, not playing politics with migrants and the communities they are part of.