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Why insecure work is finally being recognised as a health hazard for some Australians

  • Written by Alexis Vassiley, Research Associate, Centre for Work and Wellbeing, Edith Cowan University
Why insecure work is finally being recognised as a health hazard for some Australiansoriginal

About 3 million Australian workers lack job security. An estimated 2.4 million – 20% to 25% of the total workforce – are casual workers, with no paid leave entitlements. A further 500,000 are on fixed-term contracts.

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