Federal government announces measures aimed at improving women's financial security

More flexible paid-parental leave and increased financial options for victims of domestic violence are among wide-ranging benefits announced by the federal government specifically for women. The plan aims to improve women's economic security, but the opposition says opportunities have been missed.

Australian Minister for Jobs and Industrial Relations and Minister for Women Kelly O'Dwyer

وزیر امور زنان، خانم کلی اودویر (Kelly O'Dwyer) Source: AAP


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