Amazon recruiting 3,000 temporary workers across Australia for Christmas

Amazon is hiring 3,000 seasonal workers for the Christmas shopping surge. They'll earn about $35 per hour across eight Australian cities.

Why it mattersThese temporary roles provide short-term work for students, retirees and job seekers during the busy holiday season.

AustraliaCreates temporary income for Australians across major cities during peak holiday shopping, with potential pathways to permanent employment.

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