Recent figures from the Department of Home Affairs revealed that almost 100,000 asylum seekers had their claims for asylum in Australia rejected, yet they remained in the country.
This includes an estimated 50,000 who have completely exhausted their avenues for appeal.
This figure has been heavily driven by individuals formerly on student visas applying for asylum, with Dr Abul Rizvi stating to News.com.au’s Frank Chung that it was “undoubtedly” a factor.
