It s really hard seeing they re still there, they told 9News. We hope the Australian Government get over this cruel policy sometime soon and finally let these people out.
Darwin barrister John Lawrence represents some of those still detained and says while the development is incredible news, it comes as a blow to those who remain. Although they re happy for the release of their comrades and countrymen, they re devastated and even more confused by this continual incarceration, he said.
There are calls for other refugees to be released.(9News)
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