Indian Australians, nation's largest migrant group, shift away from Coalition over immigration
Australia's Indian-born population, now the country's largest migrant group, feels bruised by intensifying immigration debates ahead of Victoria's election. Labor holds a marginal 53-56% lead over the Coalition among Indian Australian voters, widening to 70-30 against One Nation. Many Indian Australians prioritize education, healthcare, and cost of living over immigration policy, viewing heated rhetoric as unfair targeting.
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Published 17 Oct 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 17 Oct 2026, 19:21 UTC
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