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The Allan Fels Inquiry into Price Gouging kicks off in Melbourne

The Allan Fels Inquiry into Price Gouging kicks off in Melbourne

Published: 22/09/2023
Category: Australia Needs a Pay Rise

Yesterday the inquiry into Price Gouging and Unfair Pricing Practices commenced in Melbourne, convened by economist and former ACCC chair Professor Allan Fels and commissioned by the ACTU.

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Qantas high court ruling in favour of workers

Qantas high court ruling in favour of workers

Published: 18/09/2023
Category: Industrial Relations

In a historic victory for unionists and workers, the Federal Court’s ruling was upheld: Qantas are responsible for the largest case of illegal sackings in Australia’s history, and it’s time for them to take responsibility.

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Let’s get it done: close the loopholes to improve pay and conditions for workers

Let’s get it done: close the loopholes to improve pay and conditions for workers

Published: 05/09/2023
Category: Australia Needs a Pay Rise

New laws, designed to make workplaces fairer and safer for workers, have been introduced by the Albanese Government in Parliament this week. 

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It's time to hold big business to account

It's time to hold big business to account

Published: 22/08/2023
Category: Australia Needs a Pay Rise

From food to petrol to electricity to flights: prices everywhere are skyrocketing. As are corporate profits and executive salaries and bonuses.

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The Mighty Matildas: a force on and off the field

The Mighty Matildas: a force on and off the field

Published: 18/08/2023
Category: Women To The Front

It’s the Matildas commitment to unionism and solidarity – as well as their skills with the ball – that sets them apart, particularly as one of the only national women’s football teams covered by a hard fought-for collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

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Australian Unions have your back at work


You’re set to get more pay in July. Here’s how to check.

You’re set to get more pay in July. Here’s how to check.

Published: 30/06/2023
Category: Australia Needs a Pay Rise

Whether your pay is getting a bump up and by how much depends on a few different factors. Here are three steps to help you figure out how much to expect in your next pay cycle.

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