Slavery in Western Australia - Stolen Wages Shame

Sep 09, 2015, 12:50 AM

Up until the 1970s, generations of Aboriginal workers in WA had their wages systematically stolen over decades, and only a small minority received reparation—just $2,000 in 2012. Sarah Dingle reveals the secret calculations that recommended a much higher sum, and government efforts to minimise payouts.

ABC Radio National 'Background Briefing' - See more:- http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/backgroundbriefing/was-stolen-wages-shame/6740068