‘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. 

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On The Job Episodes And Articles:


Morrison's housing plan a Super failure

Morrison's housing plan a Super failure

Published: 16/05/2022
Category: On The Job

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.

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Barrie Cassidy on election 2022

Published: 15/05/2022

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.

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A change in government would mean a pay increase for millions of workers

A change in government would mean a pay increase for millions of workers

Published: 12/05/2022
Category: On The Job

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.

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Workers stand tall to clip Qantas wings

Workers stand tall to clip Qantas wings

Published: 09/05/2022
Category: On The Job

"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.

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When Francis met Sally, again!

Published: 08/05/2022

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.

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Interest rates rise worsens Morrison's cost of living crisis

Interest rates rise worsens Morrison's cost of living crisis

Published: 04/05/2022
Category: On The Job

Another rise in the cost of living is the last thing Australian workers need, but it is exactly what the Morrison government has delivered.

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Minimum pay on Australian farms another union win

Published: 02/05/2022
Category: On The Job

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The big lie about good government

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Morrison goes missing on worker safety

Published: 28/04/2022
Category: On The Job

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