Hundreds of backpackers could be stripped of their visas and thrown out of Australia

Hundreds of British backpackers could be stripped of their visas and deported from Australia after throwing a ‘super-spreader’ Christmas party on a Sydney beach.  Footage shows around 300 suspected backpackers, many believed to be British, donning Santa hats while singing and dancing on Bronte Beach on Christmas Day.     Newly appointed Immigration Minister Alex Hawke said on … Read more

Australia boots out backpackers after fury at hostels for not following coronavirus rules

Australia’s Prime Minister has told all foreign visitors and students to leave the country now amid fury at backpackers for failing to follow social distancing rules. Scott Morrison said that while those with essential skills – such as visiting doctors and nurses – will be encouraged to stay, it was past time for everyone else … Read more

Australia boots out backpackers after fury at hostels for not following coronavirus rules

Australia’s Prime Minister has told all foreign visitors and students to leave the country now amid fury at backpackers for failing to follow social distancing rules. Scott Morrison said that while those with essential skills – such as visiting doctors and nurses – will be encouraged to stay, it was past time for everyone else … Read more

International backpackers in Bondi are trapped in Australia because of the coronavirus

Parents of backpackers are paying for them to stay in Australia because going home to countries such as the United States is so dangerous amid the coronavirus pandemic.  Catherine, Allie and Maddie, three friends who live near New York City, arrived in Bondi, Sydney a week ago just as strict lockdown restrictions were issued by … Read more