Australia’s multicultural society

There is a belief amongst some of Australia’s population that the White Australia Policy was
born out of fear and insecurity about those who are racially or culturally different - and some
contemporary government policies still reflect this past rhetoric. There is also a belief amongst
some of Australia’s population that the pathway towards developing a multicultural society
has been successful and that Australia enjoys close links with many countries, particularly
those of the Asian region.
Task:
 Describe the nature of multiculturalism and how it has developed in Australia. (500 words).
 Explain how multiculturalism in Australia has been impacted through our connections with
the Asia-Pacific region (500 words).
 Critically assess the Australian government policy regarding refugees and asylum seekers
(1000 words).