The Fair Work Ombudsman has released its report into the experiences of 417 working holiday visa holders in Australia. After an extensive two-year National Inquiry consulting a diverse range of stakeholders and local visits, the report contains insights into the experiences of backpackers when they work in Australia. These fears are reinforced by the experiences of some 417 visa-holders, with 35% of survey respondents stating they were paid less than the minimum wage, 14% revealing they had to pay in advance to get regional work, and 6% had to pay an employer to sign off on their local work requirement.
Key Takeaways:
- The Fair Work Ombudsman has released its report into the experiences of 417 working holiday visa-holders in Australia.
- After an extensive two-year national Inquiry consulting a diverse range of stakeholders and regional visits
- the Fair Work Ombudsman’s report contains new insights into the experiences of backpackers when they work in Australia.
“The Fair Work Ombudsman has released its report into the experiences of 417 working holiday visa-holders in Australia.”
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