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Labor wants to give the minimum wage a real boost. The benefits would likely outweigh any downsides

Written by Chris F. Wright, Professor of Work and Labour Market Policy, University of Sydney

Labor has called for an “economically sustainable real wage increase” for almost 3 million workers who depend on the award system for their wages.

In a submission to the Fair Work Commission’s Annual Wage Review on Wednesday, Labor said a real wage increase above inflation would provide cost-of-living relief for lower-income...

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How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
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How to Implement a Well-Trained Sales Team
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Australian Philanthropists Can Cut Global Emissions
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The Next Generation of Maritime Sustainable Solutions

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Demand for Home Batteries surges as Federal Rebate Kicks In

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Why Sport Remains the Safest Bet in an Uncertain World

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THE FINE LINE WITHIN HILARIOUS SIGNAGE DESIGN FAILS

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Deputy Announces Exclusive Global Partnership with Predelo to Bring AI to Shift-Based Businesses

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