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- Rich-poor gap growing, survey shows
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Source: aap
Posted: 9-4-2008
The survey, commissioned by the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS), also found a majority of respondents believe around one in 10 Australians do not have an acceptable standard of living.
The 672 people surveyed identified unemployed people, welfare recipients, homeless and indigenous people and the elderly as the most likely to live below the poverty line.
Shelter, income, food, and access to health care and education were the most essential aspects to an acceptable living standard, respondents said.
ACOSS executive director Andrew Johnson said the survey shows Australians have a good understanding of the increasing numbers of people living in poverty.
"Ordinary Australians understand that more than one in 10 Australians are missing out on a fair go," Mr Johnson said in a statement.
"They understand the extent of the problem and who is most at risk of being among the 2.2 million Australians living in poverty."
The poll was taken ahead of the two day ACOSS annual conference in Melbourne, which will start Wednesday.
The conference will bring together government representatives, academics and business representatives to discuss policies and practices related to the government's social inclusion agenda.
The conference will be opened by Victorian Premier John Brumby. Acting Prime Minister Julia Gillard will also address the conference on Thursday.
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