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dec 23, 1901 - Immigration Restriction Act 1901

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Among the first laws passed by the Federal Government in the new Commonwealth of Australia is the Immigration Restriction Act 1901. It introduces a dictation test to prevent 'non-whites' from entering Australia as immigrants. The laws create the legal foundation of the White Australia Policy.

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dec 23, 1901
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~ 124 years ago
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