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Back to EpisodesQueensland Unions Push for Higher Minimum Working Age
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Queensland unions propose raising the minimum working age for children from thirteen to fifteen, advocating for light duties like retail or fast-food jobs. They cite a federal ratification of an international labor convention setting fifteen as the standard minimum age. Unions highlight concerns about students exhaustion from early mornings or late nights on the job, impacting their focus and school performance. They suggest defining light work clearly and banning children from hazardous sites like construction sites or farms, drawing inspiration from stricter setups in Victoria. The review team is considering these submissions before making a decision.
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