The 'invisible migrants' no-one talked about — until now
David Van Berkel, a third-generation tulip grower from Monbulk, worries about the fading Dutch heritage among migrants in Australia. While his family farm flourishes, the Dutch language and cultural identity are slipping away, reflecting broader trends of language shift documented by linguist Michael Clyne. Assimilation policies post-World War Two have contributed to this gradual loss of heritage.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 01:08 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 01:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: SBS News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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