Commander of Australia’s Operation Sovereign Borders (OSB), Air Vice-Marshal Stephen Osborne Australia’s strong border protection policies and capabilities have proven highly effective at preventing illegal boat ventures to Australia. According to the Commander of Australia’s Operation Sovereign Borders (OSB), Air Vice-Marshal Stephen Osborne, education plays an important role in preventing people from attempting illegal migration to Australia. “One of the goals of Operation Sovereign Borders is to educate vulnerable people in other countries about the serious risks and consequences of trying to reach Australia illegally by boat. “If people don’t know the facts about Australia’s border protection policies, there is a risk that they might make a bad decision and attempt a dangerous boat voyage to Australia. Air Vice-Marshall Osborne explained that the Australian community can play an important part in saving lives and protecting Australia’s borders. “Our research shows that Australia’s mullticultural communities play a significant role in influencing ...