Wage theft: New Australian study uncovers rampant underpayment of young workers
A newly published survey has revealed a concerning trend of widespread underpayment among young workers in Australia. Nearly one in three respondents—about 33 per cent—reported earning $15 an hour or less. The findings come from the final report of the Fair Day’s Work Project, titled 'Underpaid and Overlooked: The Wage Crisis Facing Young Workers in Australia', which surveyed 2,814 workers under the age of 30. In this podcast, we discuss its key findings and recommendations.
SBS Hindi · SBS Audio
July 15, 20257m 54sFULL
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A newly published survey has revealed a concerning trend of widespread underpayment among young workers in Australia. Nearly one in three respondents—about 33 per cent—reported earning $15 an hour or less. The findings come from the final report of the Fair Day’s Work Project, titled 'Underpaid and Overlooked: The Wage Crisis Facing Young Workers in Australia', which surveyed 2,814 workers under the age of 30. In this podcast, we discuss its key findings and recommendations.