Political staffers pocket $23m post-election windfall

Political staffers received $23 million in severance pay after the last federal election due to a change in employment contracts by the former Morrison government. About 591 advisers, averaging $38,594 each, were affected, often returning to new roles within days. The Albanese government did not comment on the payouts, which reportedly aim to save taxpayer money.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Age