Treasurer Jim Chalmers and employment minister Tony Burke have been discussing the fair work commission submission on wages. Burke emphasized the importance of ensuring that the real wages of low paid workers do not decrease, as they are the least equipped to handle rising prices and cost of living challenges. He stressed the need for the commission to use economic advice to set wage rates that promote sustainable real wage growth.
On the issue of religious discrimination, Tony Burke highlighted the government’s commitment to community cohesion and the prevention of targeting individuals based on their religious faith, sex, race, disability, or sexual orientation. He expressed the desire for a country where people get along and are not discriminated against for any reason.
Jacqui Lambie addressed the brutal state election campaign and emphasized the need to move past the negativity and false advertising that often occurs during elections. She called for a clean slate and a focus on putting Tasmania’s interests first.
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