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More than 8 million Australians now receive income support

The number of people accessing income support payments has risen by 2 million in the past decade, with more Australians unable to work due to deteriorating mental and physical health.

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More than 8 million Australians now receive income supportThe number of people accessing income support payments has risen by 2 million in the past decade, with more Australians unable to work due to deteriorating mental and physical health.
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