Working Life
This International Women’s Day, union women are celebrating…
March 8, 2024
On this International Women’s Day, there’s much to celebrate – from the tough, tireless working women who fought for better conditions, liveable wages and autonomy throughout the last two centuries; right through to the victories won by working women over the past year.
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.
The future of hybrid work in Australia
February 20, 2024
For many workers, increased flexibility to work from home has dramatically increased their sense of well-being and ability to successfully balance the demands of work and life.
Medicare 40th Anniversary
February 2, 2024
It’s thanks to the dedication of unionists over many years that we have Medicare today.
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.
Pivot for Australian netball: Diamonds win fair pay through union action
December 13, 2023
The Diamonds, Australia’s incredible Super Netball team, have showcased not only their prowess on the court, but also their collective strength off it.
Beyond the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
December 7, 2023
Today is Human Rights Day, and the final day of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign held every year.
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…