Life is becoming more expensive in Australia and pensioners deserve the opportunity to work without unfair penalties. Today in the House of Representatives, I presented my policy for an opt-in scheme to increase the income test threshold for pensioners with limited savings.
This scheme will allow thousands of senior Australians to return to the workforce without an enormous tax burden and will help alleviate critical workforce shortages felt by businesses across the country.
I am grateful for the support I’ve received across the political spectrum – including Gina Rinehart, National Farmers Federation, National Seniors, Council of Small Businesses of Australia, union groups, many on the Crossbench, and the Opposition.
It’s time to unleash our seniors. So, let’s get it done! Learn more: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/push-to-get-over-65s-back-to-work/news-story/024a56ce6a8ed6e90b1b1c7ea0cd4b89
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