AAP 11:25am
Authorities have intercepted a boat
carrying more than 100 suspected asylum seekers north of Christmas
Island.
The boat, believed to be carrying 116 passengers and two crew,
was intercepted on Wednesday, Home Affairs Minister Brendan
O'Connor said in a statement.
The passengers will be transferred to the Christmas Island
detention centre where they will undergo health, security and
identity checks.
It is the 120th boat arrival for the year.
AAP 11:25amAuthorities have intercepted a boat carrying more...
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