Theguardian iconTheguardianSep 24, 2026

Australians ‘scrambling’ for second jobs to deal with rising mortgage repayments and cost of living

Latest data also shows unemployment at highest level since the pandemic, which analysts doubt will stop RBA hiking interest rates Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australians are "scrambling" to find more work to cover soaring living exp

Australians ‘scrambling’ for second jobs to deal with rising mortgage repayments and cost of living

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Latest data also shows unemployment at highest level since the pandemic, which analysts doubt will stop RBA hiking interest rates Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australians are "scrambling" to find more work to cover soaring living exp

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