
84 cents for every $1: why Indigenous workers earn less in Australia – and what to do about it
Across all jobs – from managers and professionals to labourers – a study found Indigenous workers earn an average of 15.9% less per hour than all workers.
Independent Analysis and Reportage

Across all jobs – from managers and professionals to labourers – a study found Indigenous workers earn an average of 15.9% less per hour than all workers.

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