On The Job
‘On the Job’ is a podcast all about making your work life better.
Join hosts Francis Leach and Sally Rugg as they chat to people from all walks of life about all things work. From the tough realities of the gig economy to the politics of wearing double denim on a causal Friday (please don’t) – nothing is off-limits.
Whether you’re trying to land your dream job, survive a job from hell or chase that mythical work/life balance you keep hearing about – On the Job is here to make your job, well…less work.
So, clock on to “On the Job” and subscribe.
The moment is now to change the government
May 20, 2022
Tomorrow, working Australians have the opportunity to raise their voices through the power of the ballot box and demand change.
Morrison’s housing plan a Super failure
May 16, 2022
Scott Morrison’s plan for working Australians has been made clear. You will save for a house or you will save for your retirement – but not both.
Barrie Cassidy on election 2022
May 15, 2022
After nearly four decades as one of Australia’s foremost political journalists, Barrie Cassidy is enjoying his first election in years as just another voter with opinions of his own that he can share when and how he likes.
A change in government would mean a pay increase for millions of workers
May 12, 2022
At a time when rampant price increases are decimating family budgets, the ACTU proposed increase is necessary for workers to make ends meet. Not that Morrison gives a stuff.
Workers stand tall to clip Qantas wings
May 9, 2022
“There were some tragic stories. Many of us faced a financial crisis. They just threw us on the scrapheap with very little notice,” said the former Qantas employee.
When Francis met Sally, again!
May 8, 2022
In between their bouts of COVID, various travel and work commitments, and the time/space continuum being utterly shredded by the madness of modern living, Francis and Sally haven’t been together on the pod for a while.
Interest rates rise worsens Morrison’s cost of living crisis
May 4, 2022
Another rise in the cost of living is the last thing Australian workers need, but it is exactly what the Morrison government has delivered.
Minimum pay on Australian farms another union win
May 2, 2022
For the first time, workers on Australia farm are guaranteed a minimum rate of pay for all workers who were until now paid “piece rates.”
The big lie about good government
May 1, 2022
How much government is too much government?
If the neo-liberal politicians and commentariat had their way, Australia would be shrinking its government footprint even at a time in our history where massive crisis like climate change and the COVID19 pandemic has shown that there is a major role for strong, effective, and substantial government action.
Morrison goes missing on worker safety
April 28, 2022
It’s an appalling reality that a worker is killed on the job once every two days in this country. That is one of the shocking findings of a new ACTU report into the work, health and safety failings that have occurred under the Morrison Government.