From Bunnings aisles to aged care, older Australians are ditching the quiet life to rejoin the workforce in record numbers. 

Dr. Jennifer Luke explained why financial pressure, a need for routine, and the search for a "sense of purpose" are driving this festive hiring boom.

From Bunnings aisles to aged care, older Australians are ditching the quiet life to rejoin the workforce in record numbers. 
Dr. Jennifer Luke explained why financial pressure, a need for routine, and the search for a "sense of purpose" are driving this festive hiring boom.

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Why Australia’s "Grey Army" is marching back to work this Christmas

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Brisbane Broncos veteran Ben Hunt joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to discuss his official one-year contract extension and his immediate move into the halfback position due to team injuries. 

He also addressed rumours of a potential club return for Dane Gagai and shares his thoughts on playing a future NRL match in Christchurch.

Brisbane Broncos veteran Ben Hunt joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to discuss his official one-year contract extension and his immediate move into the halfback position due to team injuries. 
He also addressed rumours of a potential club return for Dane Gagai and shares his thoughts on playing a future NRL match in Christchurch.

One more time: Ben Hunt officially extends his stay with the Broncos

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Why Australia’s "Grey Army" is marching back to work this Christmas

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