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Living on minimum wage

Updated: 2013-08-30 10:24
( Agencies)
Living on minimum wage

Clare Mason holds A$15.96 in her hands, the amount she earns in one hour on the minimum wage, at the Gujaga Child Care Centre La Perouse June 18, 2013. Mason's duties include feeding, playing and participating in educational activities for the young children who are dropped at the centre by their parents during their work day. She admits that after paying her living expenses for the week that include A$150 for rent, A$80 for food, A$60 for a phone, A$30 for petrol, and A$200 for entertainment, she saves about A$20 a week. Picture taken June 18, 2013. [Photo/Agencies]

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