In 2022, the governments agreed a deal for 450 people in Australian offshore detention centres to settle in New Zealand, following certification as refugees.
However, with a new government in office in Wellington, there appears to be little appetite to continue the arrangement past its expiry in June 2025.
The deal’s end could mean refugees in Australia’s offshore processing have one fewer avenue for resettlement, concerning advocates.
New Zealand refugee resettlement deal likely to wind up. IB, AAP/Pacnews