Worker exploitation claim misleading: Barilaro

Andrew Pearson
April 22 2017 - 6:00am
Outback Steakhouse in Fairy Meadow, where employee Kiara Robinson, 22, was enrolled in a government-subsidised traineeship. Picture: Janie Barrett
Outback Steakhouse in Fairy Meadow, where employee Kiara Robinson, 22, was enrolled in a government-subsidised traineeship. Picture: Janie Barrett

The state’s skills minister has hit back at claims the government’s Smart and Skilled reform of vocational education and training (VET) has been used to exploit young workers. 

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Andrew Pearson

Andrew grew up in the western Riverina town of Hay and has strong ties to the region. He is a former DA journo who has a passion for breaking news and has covered everything from council and politics to crime and court.

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