Australians could be paying up to 20 per cent more to eat out as international borders remain closed.

Restaurant and Catering Association is warning a supply and demand issue would see prices soar next year.

CEO Wes Lambert told Deborah Knight hospitality is struggling to find workers.

“Many in the industry are paying wages $40 to $50 an hour for positions that normally pay $20-30.

“You can’t put the pressure on an industry that has an extreme workplace shortage.”

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