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Australia's Gender Pay Gap: Women Earn 70 Cents on Dollar

8/8/2025

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In Australia, a striking report uncovers that men outpace women in earnings across 98% of jobs, with women earning just 70 cents for every dollar men make after a decade. The gender pay gap widens to nearly 40% for First Nations women, highlighting the urgent need to address workplace segregation and its detrimental effects on economic growth and inclusivity.

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In Australia, a striking report uncovers that men outpace women in earnings across 98% of jobs, with women earning just 70 cents for every dollar men make after a decade. The gender pay gap widens to nearly 40% for First Nations women, highlighting the urgent need to address workplace segregation and its detrimental effects on economic growth and inclusivity.