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#17 | In Defence of the Points-Based System | Professor Glenn Withers AO
Guest: Emeritus Professor Glenn Withers AO
Date of recording: 16 April 2025
Summary:
In this episode of the Made in Migration podcast, we engage with Emeritus Professor Glenn Withers AO, an esteemed economist and policy advisor, to discuss the complexities ofAustralia's migration policy. The conversation covers current migration numbers, the role of international students, the effectiveness of the points-based immigration system, and the intersection of migration with population issues and climate challenges. Professor Withers emphasises the need for collaboration among stakeholders and the importance of addressing housing supply to accommodate increased migration. The discussion also touches on the challengesand opportunities within Australia's migration framework, particularly in relation to refugee policy and international cooperation.
Keywords:
Migration, Australia, international students, points-based visa system, population issues, economics, refugee policy
Chapters:
02:45 - Migration numbers and international students
08:14 - Collaboration and stakeholder involvement in migration policy
13:07 - The points-based skilled visa system
19:56 - Population issues and migration policy
26:03 - Challenges and opportunities in Australia's migration policy
30:18 - Climate challenges and migration
33:37 - Conclusion and future directions
Acknowledgments:
Our heartfelt thanks to Emeritus Professor Glenn Withers AO for so generously volunteering his time, and for imparting his knowledge and insights!
As always, many thanks to our editor, Ryan Prestipino of Fallen Pine Studio, for his amazing work behind the scenes.
And of course, thank you to our listeners, without which this podcast would simply not exist.
If you have any feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you - call us on (03) 9063 2240 or visit www.lawgration.com.au.
Disclaimer:
This content is intended to be for general informational purposes only, and all content is current at the time of recording and subject to change without prior notice. While LawGration is an Incorporated Legal Practice, we are not aware of your personal circumstances, needs or goals, and information contained in this post should not be construedas legal, immigration or other advice. Before acting on any information in this post, you should always query whether it is relevant to your circumstances and consult an Australian immigration lawyer or registered migration agent.
The views and/or opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of LawGration, or any other organisation that they represent or are otherwise affiliated with.
In the event that content is marked as ‘promotional’, unless expressly stated, LawGration does not in any way endorse any third party or their offerings.
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By LawGrationGuest: Emeritus Professor Glenn Withers AO
Date of recording: 16 April 2025
Summary:
In this episode of the Made in Migration podcast, we engage with Emeritus Professor Glenn Withers AO, an esteemed economist and policy advisor, to discuss the complexities ofAustralia's migration policy. The conversation covers current migration numbers, the role of international students, the effectiveness of the points-based immigration system, and the intersection of migration with population issues and climate challenges. Professor Withers emphasises the need for collaboration among stakeholders and the importance of addressing housing supply to accommodate increased migration. The discussion also touches on the challengesand opportunities within Australia's migration framework, particularly in relation to refugee policy and international cooperation.
Keywords:
Migration, Australia, international students, points-based visa system, population issues, economics, refugee policy
Chapters:
02:45 - Migration numbers and international students
08:14 - Collaboration and stakeholder involvement in migration policy
13:07 - The points-based skilled visa system
19:56 - Population issues and migration policy
26:03 - Challenges and opportunities in Australia's migration policy
30:18 - Climate challenges and migration
33:37 - Conclusion and future directions
Acknowledgments:
Our heartfelt thanks to Emeritus Professor Glenn Withers AO for so generously volunteering his time, and for imparting his knowledge and insights!
As always, many thanks to our editor, Ryan Prestipino of Fallen Pine Studio, for his amazing work behind the scenes.
And of course, thank you to our listeners, without which this podcast would simply not exist.
If you have any feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you - call us on (03) 9063 2240 or visit www.lawgration.com.au.
Disclaimer:
This content is intended to be for general informational purposes only, and all content is current at the time of recording and subject to change without prior notice. While LawGration is an Incorporated Legal Practice, we are not aware of your personal circumstances, needs or goals, and information contained in this post should not be construedas legal, immigration or other advice. Before acting on any information in this post, you should always query whether it is relevant to your circumstances and consult an Australian immigration lawyer or registered migration agent.
The views and/or opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of LawGration, or any other organisation that they represent or are otherwise affiliated with.
In the event that content is marked as ‘promotional’, unless expressly stated, LawGration does not in any way endorse any third party or their offerings.