Tamil family from Biloela have been held in detention on Christmas Island for over three years, but a recent visit by Senator Kristina Keneally has sparked new hope for their release.

Home affairs minister Karen Andrews has recently flagged the possibility of the family’s return to the community as community support continues to grow.

Produced By: Imogen Evans

Featured In Story: Shire of Christmas Island Councillor Gordon Thomson

First aired on The Wire, Wednesday, 05 May 2021