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Government announces boost to paid parental leave

NSW LABOR CONFERENCE

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrived to a standing ovation at the NSW State Labor Conference in Sydney. Source: AAP / DEAN LEWINS/AAPIMAGE

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the government is expanding paid parental leave from 18 to 26 weeks. He says it will allow families greater flexibility during a formative time for their children.



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