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Expert exposes brutal truth behind Australia's housing crisis
- New data show India now leads Australia’s overseas-born population, signaling shifting migrant origins.
- Immigration levels are linked to rising housing costs, according to an expert.
- Dr. Bob Birrell blames the Albanese government's migration pace for housing affordability woes.
- Australia now ranks eighth globally for migrant population share.
- House prices have continued to climb, with March 2026 data showing ongoing growth.
- Birrell argues for reduced migration to curb housing pressures.
- Birrell links immigration policy to birth rates and service demand.
- Birrell cautions against relying on migration for economic needs.
- The piece cites ABS data showing shifting migrant origins and population growth.
- Birrell warns of a broader political motive behind migration policy.
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