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Senator Chris Evans was sworn in as the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship on 3 December 2007.

Options remain for overseas students

9 February 2010
Overseas students who are currently studying in Australia will still have options to seek permanent residence in Australia if they have the skills and qualifications needed by employers.
[Media Release]

Liberals reveal anti-family migration policy

8 February 2010
The Liberal Party has today revealed it plans to deny thousands of Australians the chance to be reunited with their spouses and children.
[Media Release]

Changes to Australia's skilled migration program

8 February 2010
The speech by Senator Evans explaining the changes to the skilled migration program delivered at the Australian National University.
[Speech]