Former Dole Office Worker Reflects on Unemployment and Recession

An individual who worked at Australia's government employment agency in 1994, during a recession, reflects on the experience and the desperation of job seekers, noting that few were 'bludgers' and most genuinely wanted work.

22 Jun, 15:00 — 22 Jun, 15:00

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A job that changed me: At the dole office, I met very few ‘bludgers’. Most people desperately wanted work

Graduating into a recession, my role at Australia’s government employment agency was sobering. I felt how easily my place could have been reversed It was 1994 and the then prime minister, Paul Keating, had a problem. Me. Continue reading...

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Former Dole Office Worker Reflects on Unemployment and Recession

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A job that changed me: At the dole office, I met very few ‘bludgers’. Most people desperately wanted work

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