A new study highlights significant misunderstandings about the scale and scope of Australians who receive unemployment payments.
- Social policy and consumer finance researcher, School of Economics, Finance and Marketing, University of Tasmania
Three decades ago, in another time of upheaval in higher education, 7% of working-age Australians had a degree. Today 33% have one. More people than ever have a stake in what happens to universities.
People on low incomes put insurance cover first – even if it means doing without basic goods.
New research shows the harsh realities of getting by on a low income and highlights how help for those doing it tough needs to change.
Despite an emerging market in alternative financial services for people on low incomes, little is really known how these Australians manage their money.
Before calling for more regulation to combat predatory lending practices, consumer advocates should consider wages and the problem of insecure work.
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