ACOSS have surveyed Newstart recipients asking what a $75 a week increase in payment would mean to them. The answers are a heartbreaking indictment of a wealthy country that allows vulnerable people to go hungry and scared whilst increasing the coffers of the wealthy.
“I would have enough to rent privately and get out of this abusive situation of where I live.”
“I could get more food for my kids.”
“I would be able to replace clothing which has worn through use.”
“I would be able to keep my car, which would increase my chances of getting work!”
“I’d be less afraid of the postman (and the bills he brings)!”
“I could feel like a human again.”
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