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Coroner Calls for Action After Filipino Worker’s Tragic Death

1/17/2026

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A New South Wales coroner's inquest found that Jerwin Royupa, a Filipino worker, faced severe exploitation.
Jerwin Royupa died in March 2019 after jumping from a moving vehicle.
Deputy Coroner Rebecca Hosking referred case to federal police and urged a review of visa approvals by the Department of Home Affairs.
The Department of Home Affairs acknowledged the findings and is pursuing stricter visa regulations, with 45% refusals planned for 2025-26.

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A New South Wales coroner's inquest found that Jerwin Royupa, a Filipino worker, faced severe exploitation.
Jerwin Royupa died in March 2019 after jumping from a moving vehicle.
Deputy Coroner Rebecca Hosking referred case to federal police and urged a review of visa approvals by the Department of Home Affairs.
The Department of Home Affairs acknowledged the findings and is pursuing stricter visa regulations, with 45% refusals planned for 2025-26.