Media Releases
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Recent Media Releases
Outcomes Of NSW Govt Review Of Legal & Admin Costs In Asbestos Compensation
March 8, 2005
ACTU Welcomes Outcomes Of NSW Government Review Of Legal And Administrative Costs In Asbestos Compensation…
Violence & Political Instability Fails To Stop Worldwide Celebrations Of I.W.D
March 8, 2005
Despite the dwindling respect for human rights in Nepal, a sharp rise in anti-trade union…
Fair Pay For Women Under Threat By Govt Changes To Wages Umpire
March 8, 2005
Women earn $150 a week less than male employees and the Government’s planned changes to…
Traffic Fines Slow-down As Workers Reject Individual Contracts
February 28, 2005
The processing of speeding fines and traffic infringements for Victorian motorists will cease today (Monday…
Minister Admits Fairness Is Not The Government’s IR Agenda
February 25, 2005
Employment Minister Andrews has today admitted that the Government is not interested in fairness in…
Sacked Mums Go To Court Over AWA’s 25% Pay Cut
February 22, 2005
A group of mothers is launching a court challenge today against their sackings from a…
Sacked Mums Go To Court Over Individual Contracts’ 25% Pay Cut
February 22, 2005
A group of mothers today will launch a court challenge against their sackings from a…
Free Daryoush Hooshmand Nejad
February 22, 2005
Union activist, jailed by the Australian government since October 2000 – Daryoush Hooshmand Nejad is…
Not Only Union Members Who Oppose Right Of Entry Law Changes
February 17, 2005
The Federal Government’s new legislation restricting right of entry to workplaces is supported by less…
Australia’s Social and Commercial Engagement With China: New Directions
February 14, 2005
A strong requirement to protect the rights of working people and a focus on promoting…