An ABC national forum examined how media presents migration in national discourse. One Nation has suggested cutting migration by 750,000 places over three years. Senator Barnaby Joyce backed the plan and dismissed warnings of economic harm. He said the claims were blown out of proportion.
Separately, MP Andrew Hastie said Joyce offered an apology to him following a public outburst. Hastie verified the apology. The forum also considered how language and labels can shape public views toward migration.