MEAA campaign on Nine freelance rates: down 59% in real terms over 20 years, 2 Apr 2025
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Freelance rates of pay at Nine's publications have gone backwards in real terms by 59% over the past 20 yearsDocumentMEAA campaign on Nine freelance rates: down 59% in real terms over 20 years, 2 Apr 2025 · Union demand StatusIn talks
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