CANBERRA, ACT, Oct. 1 -- The Treasurer of Australia issued the following media release:
The Albanese Labor Government is today delivering a fourth increase in award wages to the dedicated workers who provide aged care services to older Australians.
This is good for workers, good for the economy and will help with the cost of living.
Workers in aged care deliver the very best care for our loved ones, but their work has been undervalued for too long and every worker in the sector should be able to have a long, fulfilling career supported by strong and sustainable wages growth.
Today's increase means an extra $60.20 per week for a Registered Nurse, on level 2, pay point 3 of the award, which is the most common level amongst Registered Nurs...