The average worker could have earned thousands more if it wasn’t for Morrison
For the first time this century, you will likely be heading to the polling booths with a real income lower than the last time you voted.
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Minimum pay on Australian farms another union win
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.”
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The big lie about good government
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.
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Heartwarming tales of workers championing their communities
Collective action is at the core of what Australian Unions are built on. It’s both a principle we believe in and a strategy we employ. So to counteract the bad news stories and give you a break from the doomscrolling, here are some of the recent wins we’ve achieved through collective change.
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Gig work and gender inequality via the apps we all rely on
When we place an Uber Eats order, we would never guess that if a woman is delivering the meal she is likely earning 37% less for that order than if a man delivered it.
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What you need to know about insecure work
With the Federal Election fast approaching, Scott Morrison’s government is still missing in action in addressing the insecure work crisis.
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