New visa subclass for migrant workers battling exploitation in Australia

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Temporary visa holder Valentina Olivares welcomes the changes Source: SBS

In a world first, Australia is seeking to tackle migrant worker exploitation through the introduction of workplace justice visas.


Migrant workers on temporary visas have long called for better security as they are often subject to exploitation.

But due to a fear of losing their job and their life in Australia, they don't speak up.

It's a fear the federal government is looking to combat with a new Work Place Justice visa to ensure people can remain in the country while fighting for what they're owed from employers.

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