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- Bikram Lama, a 32-year-old homeless man, died in Sydney's Hyde Park, with officials attributing his death to systemic gaps in support for non-residents.
- Non-residents with expired visas cannot access essential services, leaving them more exposed to hardship.
- The federal housing minister's spokesperson said collaboration is needed to prevent such tragedies.
- Advocacy groups are urging the government to improve policies for non-residents facing homelessness, calling for reforms in crisis accommodation.
