Australia’s definitely-not-secret deal with Nauru
September 7, 2025
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Episode 1658 · September 7, 2025
Australia’s definitely-not-secret deal with Nauru
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<p>Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the government’s deal with Nauru was “hardly secret.”</p> <p>But the agreement to deport hundreds of non-citizens to live in the tiny Pacific nation was signed on Friday August 29 and only acknowledged publicly the following weekend, with key details – including a potential $2.5 billion price tag – emerging in the days afterwards.</p> <p>At the same time, parliament has passed laws to speed up the process, stripping natural justice from deportation decisions.</p> <p>Today, journalist Denham Sadler on the former immigration detainees the government is desperate to deport – and whether sending them to Nauru breaches Australia’s legal obligations.</p> <p><br />If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.</p> <p><br />Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram</p> <p>Guest: Journalist, Denham Sadler</p> <p>Photo: AAP Image/Lukas Coch</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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