Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack says unemployed regional Australians should show some ‘innovative spirit’ and move towns to find a job.
Responding to calls to raise the Newstart allowance, Mr McCormack says the payment was designed to be a safety net during transitions between jobs.
The Australian Council of Social Services has rejected the Deputy PM’s comments, with acting CEO Jacqueline Phillips saying many regional jobs are temporary, making moving a big gamble.