Politics and Big Business
Holding Big Business And Politics Accountable
Our Politics and Big Business collection highlights how Australian Unions advocate for fair workplace policies and challenge the influence of corporate power in shaping laws that impact workers. Learn how union members are working to expose unfair practices, push for pro-worker reforms, and ensure a fairer future where workers’ rights take priority over profit-driven agendas.
Fighting For Fairness And Legislation
Union members play a critical role in influencing workplace legislation that protects workers from exploitation. From tackling issues like wage theft and job insecurity to lobbying for improved working conditions, this section provides insights into how unions unite workers together to demand accountability from politicians and big businesses.
Strength Through Collective Action
With the power of collective action, union members are advocating for better wages, safe workplaces, and job security across all industries. These stories demonstrate the real impact of workers standing together to challenge the status quo and build a system that prioritises fairness for all workers.
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Profiteering in a cost-of-living crisis: The biggest culprits
March 10, 2024
The PGI report lists particular industries where there is a strong suspicion – or more – of price gouging. Let’s take a look.
Good riddance, Scomo
February 29, 2024
This week Australians say goodbye to former Prime Minister Scott Morrison. He leaves behind a legacy of rabid attacks against working Australians and a consistent disavowal of accountability.
Big business profits are in full bloom
February 29, 2024
It’s profit reporting season, and the forecast for big business is sunny with a high chance of thriving profits.
Eight ways big business are sneakily taking your money
February 22, 2024
The cost of living: it’s all around us. But do you actually know how it’s being driven so high?
Inquiry into price gouging – full report released
February 7, 2024
The Inquiry into Price Gouging and Unfair Pricing Practices report shines a spotlight on the experiences of everyday Australians trying to make ends meet in the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Cost of living bonus for all working people
January 25, 2024
Good news – the Albanese government’s new tax-cut plan will provide cost-of-living relief for those who desperately need it most: Australian workers and their families.
New laws passed – winning fundamental rights for working people
December 20, 2023
Part one of the Closing Loopholes Bill has passed the Senate, delivering a much-needed win for Australian workers heading into the holiday season.
Shocking stories from the frontline of the Price Gouging Inquiry
November 15, 2023
The final hearing for the Inquiry into price gouging and unfair pricing practices – chaired by Professor Allan Fels AO – wrapped up in Canberra yesterday, with the Inquiry report to be released later this year.
Australians agree: big business have too much power
November 14, 2023
Reckon big business have too much power?
You’re not alone – nearly two thirds of Australians think so too.
There’s nothing spookier than a Big Business scare campaign
October 31, 2023
Happy Halloween to the Big Business lobby groups who for months have been telling spooky…