Temporary pauses on international adoptions w/ Children’s Commissioner Dr Claire Achmad: 22 September, 2025

The Government has passed with urgency a temporary halt on some international adoptions under the Adoption Amendment Bill.

The urgency of this bill is aimed at combating the exploitation of young children who have been adopted from overseas.

News and Editorial Director and Monday Wire Host, Joel, spoke to the Children's Commissioner, Dr Claire Achmad, about this temporary pause, and what this will mean for some children overseas awaiting adoption.