9 Percent Pay Rise for Women-Dominated Jobs Receives Pushback

Published on April 29, 2024

The Opposition has questioned whether pay rises for female workers would affect the purchasing power of all Australians amid union demands on the government. The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) is calling for a 9 percent pay rise for women in “key feminised industries.” These could include child care, veterinary care, disability home care, education, and health support services, among others. The ACTU’s secretary Sally McManus said achieving equal pay requires targeted pay rises in industries dominated by women. However, Deputy Opposition Leader and Shadow Minister for Women Sussan Ley questioned how far any wage increase would go amid the cost of living crisis....

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