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Deserts Wives Surging Welfare Cost Cited by Minister
Australian minister cites a Department of Social Services survey covering all states with Victoria showing higher pension uptake among deserted wives. Findings note average desertion age 31.1, average marriage age 22.3, many under 20 at marriage, and up to eight children. The report warns the issue threatens long term social stability and costs over 2.26 million annually and rising.
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Department of Social Services
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Victora
Victoria
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Australia
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