Media Releases 2013
Read current and past media statements from the ACTU.
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Recent Media Releases
New 457 visa laws will create more job opportunities for Australians and help protect overseas workers
June 28, 2013
Laws passed through Federal Parliament will create more local job opportunities and make it harder for employers to exploit workers from overseas.
ACTU welcomes resolution of the Labor leadership and calls for unity; acknowledges contribution of Julia Gillard
June 26, 2013
The ACTU welcomes the resolution of the Labor leadership and wishes to congratulate Kevin Rudd on becoming leader of the Parliamentary Labor Party. The ACTU also wishes to acknowledge and pay tribute to Julia Gillard, who as Prime Minister delivered much for working people.
457 visa system is allowing exploitation of imported workers by middlemen and unscrupulous employers
June 6, 2013
Reports of Filipino workers being placed into huge debts in order to get 457 visas, and then mistreated by employers in Australia, show the dangers of the rapid and uncontrolled expansion of the 457 visa program, which must be changed.
Australian Unions launch campaign for a better life for workers and their families
June 5, 2013
Australian Unions are today launching a campaign which highlights the increasing pressures many workers face from the demands of business, which are impacting their lives outside of work.
Urgent crisis talks needed to save manufacturing jobs following Ford announcement
May 23, 2013
The ACTU has called for urgent talks between Governments, car manufacturers and unions to plan for the future of the industry and ensure we maintain skills and preserve Australia’s ability to produce world-class cars.
Tony Abbott must be honest about the details of his Productivity Commission inquiry into Industrial Relations
May 12, 2013
Tony Abbott must release the terms of reference for his Productivity Commission inquiry into industrial relations so workers know what might be at risk under an Abbott Government.
Export of Chrysotile Asbestos must be controlled under Rotterdam Convention
May 6, 2013
Exports of chrysotile asbestos must be controlled to limit the death toll from the deadly substance in developing nations.
No more excuses: Quad Bikes without Crush Protection Devices should not be operated
May 2, 2013
Safe Work Australia CEO Rex Hoy’s call for quad bike manufacturers to fit efficient crush protection devices (CPDs) should lead to strong regulatory action to reduce quad bike deaths and injuries, the ACTU said today.
Abbott shows true colours on penalty rates
April 30, 2013
Tony Abbott needs to be honest with workers about whether he will get rid of penalty rates if elected.
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