Australia encouraged the voluntary return of many of the 4,000 refugees it had provided temporary protection visas .
Also in 1999 , Australia provided $500,000 to Kosovar refugees in Australia to teach them how to avoid landmines before flying home .
Australia encouraged the voluntary return of many of the 4,000 refugees Australia had provided temporary protection visas .
Also in 1999 , Australia provided $500,000 to Kosovar refugees in Australia to teach them how to avoid landmines before flying home .