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Anthony Albanese
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is the acting chief executive for ACOSS and said the findings showcase a “precariousness of life” experienced by many Aussies during these cooked economic times.
She said the report proves “the need to bolster the social safety net so that unemployment does not inevitably lead to poverty.
“Everyone deserves a roof over their heads, and a home that meets their basic need for shelter. It is simply wrong that something so fundamental has become so challenging for those on low and modest incomes to achieve,” MacDonald said as per .
This inequality report comes after whispers Australia could be headed for a recession. Consumer spending data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics showed consumer confidence is as low as it was when the pandemic hit in 2020. In layman’s terms, not ideal.
You can check out our full explainer on the who/what/when/where/why of recessions .
The inequality situation is also unlikely to be helped if something isn’t done to raise the JobSeeker rate.
This is something new PM has stated he won’t be doing which is extremely disappointing. You can read our explainer on the JobSeeker sitch .
Stay safe out there, mates.
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