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Are men and women equal in Australia?
- Men have greater legal rights in some areas
- Women have additional protections in employment but not in all areas
- Yes, men and women are equal in Australia and have equal rights under the law
Why this is the correct answer
Australian law treats men and women as equals in all areas, including property rights, employment, education and family law. This equality is reinforced by legislation such as the Sex Discrimination Act 1984.