Temporary visa holders in Tasmania get $3 mil package for financial hardship due to coronavirus
The Tasmanian Government has unveiled a $3 million package to support around 26,000 temporary visa holders stuck in the state because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Key Points:
- Visa holders such as fruit pickers, students and hospitality workers will be eligible for $250 for individuals and $1,000 for families.
- Support includes payments to visa holders, emergency relief funds to related NGOs and travel advice
- Of some 10,000 compliance checks conducted, police have charged nearly 150 people with failing to comply with quarantines
Visa holders who can demonstrate immediate financial hardship will be eligible for $250 for individuals, and $1,000 for families.
Source: https://migrationalliance.com.au/immigrat