Albanese Government Pushes for Wage Increase
Employment Minister and Treasurer argue for raises to prevent minimum wage workers from falling behind due to rising living costs.
Australian Council of Trade Unions seeks 5% wage increase, while Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry proposes 3.5%.
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Fair Work Commission will hold hearings in May, finalize decision in June, and approved wage increase would take effect July 1.
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