The parties are making promises like there’s no tomorrow and policy like there’s no yesterday, writes Klaus Neumann.

David Hume reflects upon a May 2010 High Court decision, where a divided High Court set a high bar for those seeking to challenge refugee decisions on the basis that they are irrational or illogical.

Could the belief that boat people influence the way people vote be one of the great myths of Australan politics, asks Peter Browne.

This qualitative study interviewed refugees in Melbourne and explored how they perceived family, the impact of separation and the impact of the Australian government’s policy regarding family reunion on refugees living in Australia.

This report highlights the entrepreneurial spirit and a strong commitment to education and volunteerism brought to Australia by the 740,000 refugee and humanitarian migrants settled since Federation.