Boat was heading to NZ

The Herald reports:

A classified report has confirmed that the boatload of Sri Lankan seekers who arrived without warning on the West Australian coastline last month had been sailing for .

It diverted from its course after the captain decided and other safety issues were too risky to continue beyond . …

Last year, 10 members of China's banned Falun Gong movement were rescued north of Darwin after their boat broke down en route to New Zealand.

After officials explained the dangers of continuing their voyage, the group decided to apply for asylum in Australia.

This is why regional co-operation on this issue is sensible.

 

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