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Cashless Card Controversy Reignited by New University Study

Discussions around quarantining the income of job seekers has reared its head following a report into the after-effects of the Cashless Debit Card’s removal.
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Cashless Card Controversy Reignited by New University Study
A pin machine on May 21, 2015 in Bristol, England. Matt Cardy/Getty Images
Crystal-Rose Jones
By Crystal-Rose Jones
7/10/2024Updated: 7/10/2024
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The debate over the Cashless Debit Card—a measure started as a means to curb spending on alcohol in remote communities—has resurfaced in Australia following a review into its removal.

Originally proposed by Labor, it was later adopted by the Coalition in the form of trials in certain parts of Australia.

Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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