# Australia approves new rules benefiting gig delivery workers

https://mins.news/en/item/19796

- DW, 2026-08-12 06:05 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/australia-approves-new-rules-benefiting-gig-delivery-workers/a-78329580?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Australia has approved new rules designed to benefit gig delivery workers. Delivery drivers will be guaranteed higher pay described as “world-leading,” along with insurance coverage while working. The measure could serve as a model for other countries considering protections for workers in the delivery sector.

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