The tax office is one of the most prolific users of external labour, spending more than $316m in 2024-25. Critics say this has led to a ‘two-class system’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast In the Australian Taxation Office’s workplace in the Melbourne suburb of Dandenong, a team dedicated to debt collection sits in the eastern part of the floor. They use the same kitchen and bathrooms as nearby workers, but they are paid much less than those in the public service also collecting debts, and face inferior conditions. Continue reading...