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The modern conversation about full-face coverings in Australia, however, is largely tied to religious garments, particularly within the Muslim community. The niqab and burqa cover the face in varying degrees, with the niqab typically leaving the eyes visible, and the burqa covering the entire face including the eyes, often with a mesh screen for vision. The arrival of Muslim immigrants in the late 20th and early 21st centuries introduced these garments into public life, sparking debates around integration, security, and women’s rights.
