How did we get the right to a weekend?
The Daily Aus
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The Evolution of the Weekend
This chapter explores the historical development of the weekend, detailing the long work hours experienced by early 20th-century workers and the subsequent struggles for reduced hours led by union movements in Australia. It highlights the establishment of the 40-hour workweek in 1947, debates surrounding productivity, and the cultural significance of weekends in Australian society today.
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