Under the test, which was introduced by the Howard government, prospective Australian citizens are quizzed on numerous topics relating to Australian culture such as cricketing great Don Bradman, legendary racehorse Phar Lap and Simpson's donkey.

The government received a review of the test, chaired by retired diplomat Dick Woolcott, more than two months ago and has yet to act.

Immigration Minister Chris Evans said the government would release the review within weeks.

"Cabinet is making a decision on the report and it should be made public pretty shortly," he told the Nine Network on Sunday.

"I took a decision that we would release the report at the same time as we released the government's response."

The Age