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Recent Media Releases
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.
Workers’ Memorial Day 2013: a time to mourn the dead and fight for the living
April 28, 2013
A new national memorial to Australians who have died at or because of work will be a lasting reminder of the ongoing battle to make our workplaces safer.
Irresponsible Queensland government misleading Senate on Asbestos danger
April 24, 2013
Irresponsible Queensland government misleading Senate on Asbestos danger
Productivity Commission report show insecure work remains a major problem
April 23, 2013
A new report by the Productivity Commission has confirmed that millions of Australians are in insecure work.
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