Workers seek refuge in rural communities claiming employer abuse

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2025-12-05

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A hidden crisis is unfolding in Australia’s flagship pacific development program known as the palm scheme with workers leaving their employers and accusing them of being abusive. Many have sought refuge in rural communities after becoming undocumented, unemployed and homeless.
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