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Pensioners want to earn more without losing benefits, as...
Workers hit limit By Callum Ludwig An outer east local has begun a movement directed towards reforming the Work Bonus system for pensioners looking to continue working. Ferntree Gully resident Greg Jarvis has formed the Fair Go for Working Pensioners movement and said the goal is to increase the Work Bonus to $500 and index it alongside the age pension itself, which he believes will save the government money and increase employment participation among pensioners who wish to work. “These days ($300 a fortnight) is three quarters to seven eighths of bugger all, anything over $300,
your pension is reduced by 50 cents in the dollar… the incentive for someone on a pension to go out and work is just eroded, this $300 isn’t indexed, and it hasn’t changed since July 2019,” he said. Mr Jarvis believes an increase to the Work Bonus threshold could help boost participation rates in the workforce among pensioners, particularly in industries with high demand. “As far as the individual goes, activity’s a good thing for your mind and body and if you’ve got, got something to get up for in the morning, that’s probably a healthy thing...” he said. Read more on page 5
Fezzie the Magician performing at the Emerald Library. (Stewart Chambers)
Magician brings the fun! Families enjoyed a magical experience over the school holiday break as Fezzie the Magician dazzled audiences at Emerald Library with his captivating tricks and playful charm. The free performance was part of Myli’s
’fun-filled winter break’ school holiday program, created to entertain and inspire kids and teens throughout the region. See more on page 12
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