Labor is cutting migration — But when will Australians see the impact?

Labor’s migration target of 225,000 not achievable until 2028, warns Finn McHugh amid calls for immediate ministerial action

Labor wants to bring net overseas migration down to 225,000, but Finn McHugh says the target will not be reached until the end of 2028 and cannot simply be switched on overnight.

The immediate measures can be implemented through ministerial discretion, while more substantial changes require Senate negotiations, potentially stretching out the process.