abc.net.au·4 min read·medium
Vulnerable workers bearing the cost of providing Australia with cheap food
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Adele Ferguson, Chris Gillett, Madi Chwasta
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Migrant workers in Australia's agricultural sector are facing exploitation, including low wages and poor living conditions, under a system dominated by labour hire contractors. The report highlights the vulnerability of these workers who often lack legal protections and agency.
Gershom Isaac picks fruit and vegetables destined for Australia's supermarket shelves. ( Four Corners: Rob Hill )
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