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Labor pushes real-wage increase for millions of workers despite inflation fears
The federal government has requested the increase in its annual submission to the Fair Work Commission, but does not go as far as the country’s biggest union.
- Nick Newling
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Unions seek 5 per cent pay boost for lowest-paid workers
The ACTU has warned it may lift its claim higher, as global conflict and energy price volatility continue to drive up inflation.
- Annika Smethurst
‘It keeps me afloat’: The side hustle earning Angie $10,000 a year
There is a growing number of full-time workers taking on extra jobs to make ends meet.
- Nina Hendy
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Generational wage war: Is a 20-year-old worth less than a 21-year-old?
Employers and unions are set to debate a push to end “junior” rates of pay for 18 to 20-year-olds working in retail, fast food and pharmacies.
- Elizabeth Knight
Thousands of Qld’s lowest paid public sector workers land pay rise
The state’s industrial umpire has made a call which will see wage rises for those unable to negotiate with government also flow to some who can.
- Matt Dennien
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- Executive pay
How much more do CEOs earn than you? Most Australians get it wrong
Asked how much top executives rake in, we are “astronomically off the mark”, a new study shows.
- Matt Wade
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- Workplace
The cost of the commute to work adds up
Getting into the office each day is becoming increasingly expensive as workers who avoid the trek count their savings.
- Nina Hendy
All the changes coming into effect from today – and it is not all good news
Who won when the clock struck midnight? It depends on what stage of life you’re in … and where you live.
- Bronte Gossling
Three million workers are getting a pay rise. Here’s how it could affect you
About 180,000 people will see their hourly rate increase from $24.10 to $24.95 from July 1, but millions more workers on higher pay will also benefit.
- Olivia Ireland