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Working longer the fix for 'economic time bomb' of an ageing population: Frydenberg

Workers restock prawns at the Sydney Fish Market

Workers restock prawns at the Sydney Fish Market, in Sydney Source: AAP Image/Joel Carrett

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says he's concerned Australia's ageing population is an "economic time bomb". He wants older Australians to remain in the workplace longer to help keep the economy afloat, but some senior workers say workplace culture is what needs to change.


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By Joe Axiaq, Amy Hall, Nakari Thorpe

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Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says he's concerned Australia's ageing population is an "economic time bomb". He wants older Australians to remain in the workplace longer to help keep the economy afloat, but some senior workers say workplace culture is what needs to change.



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