25 Oct 2024
Losing work could mean losing extra support for families
It's never easy to lose your job, but it can be particularly tough for families with young children. The way Working for Families is designed, about $100 a week for many families relies on them having some access to paid work. That mean losing a job can mean losing extra support. Lisa Owen spoke to money correspondent Susan Edmunds who explained how it catches some families out and why there's a new push to change those rules.