Australian employers view their older workforce with contempt. They need to understand 70s are the new 50s

A survey by the Australian HR Institute and the Australian Human Rights Commission found that nearly one-quarter of employers classify over-50s as old'

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Hey recruiters, get with the program: 70s are the new 50s.

Australians, just like in wealthy societies all around the world, are living and staying healthier for longer.

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