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The Human Face of the Rural Downturn

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 February 2016

Abstract

The economic effects of the current rural downturn are relatively easy to monitor. This paper looks at the social costs and the impact on farm families. It also discusses the discrimination against farm families within Australia’s welfare system.

Type
Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1991

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