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flag Over 31,000 Pacific Island workers in Australia’s PALM scheme endure poor conditions, fearful to speak up due to visa restrictions and job insecurity.

flag Over 31,000 workers from 10 Pacific Island nations are enrolled in Australia’s PALM scheme, filling vital roles in agriculture, meat processing, and aged care. flag A survey of 370 workers found that while over 64% would leave underpaid or unsafe jobs, most remain silent due to fear of retaliation, job loss, reduced hours, or being barred from returning. flag Many are trapped by visa rules tying them to specific employers, limiting their ability to speak up despite existing support services. flag Experts say the lack of job mobility undermines worker protections, even though 97% still want to work in Australia again.

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