Media Releases 2013

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Recent Media Releases

Proposed Anti-Discrimination laws will improve workers’ protection from unfair treatment

January 23, 2013

The Gillard Government’s reform of anti-discrimination laws will make it easier for workers to take action when they are discriminated against.

Unions call for strong action against latest Fijian Military Dictatorship decree

January 16, 2013

The Australian Government must take strong action against the Fijian military regime’s latest attempts to suppress participation and a genuine return to democracy.

New setback for workers’ rights in Fiji after regime dumps plans for a fresh, independent constitution

January 14, 2013

The abandonment of a pledge by the Bainimarama government to allow an independent constitution to be drawn up is a major setback for workers’ rights in Fiji.

Past Media Releases

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