Rudd Government to introduce paid parental leave
Source: Australia. Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations. Prime Minister. Treasurer. Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs. Joint media release
"The Rudd Government will deliver an historic Paid Parental Leave (PPL) scheme to support Australian families and prepare Australia for the economic and social challenges of the future.
This government-funded scheme will provide the primary carer with 18 weeks post-natal leave, paid at the adult federal minimum wage (currently $543.78 per week)."