New jobs and wages data shows an alarming trend

Tasmanian Labor
  • Tasmania second worst state behind locked-down Victoria for job losses
  • 2,300 jobs lost in the last fortnight alone
  • Government needs to adopt Labor’s job creation measures
  • The latest jobs and wages data released today by the ABS has shown the harsh impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on employment in Tasmania.

    Shadow Treasurer David O’Byrne said the figures, which show a 6.8% drop in payroll jobs and a 6.9% decrease in total wages since mid-March, raise concerns about Tasmania’s economy softening.

    “The news today from the ABS has confirmed what Labor has been saying about the condition of Tasmania’s economy before the pandemic started.

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