
Confirmed: Your work rights are on the line this election
Business groups are lobbying Peter Dutton and the Coalition to cut workers' pay and conditions ahead of the federal election.
The Australian Unions Support Centre can assist you to find and join your union. We can also provide general information about your rights at work.
Phone: 1300 486 466
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Business groups are lobbying Peter Dutton and the Coalition to cut workers' pay and conditions ahead of the federal election.
Here we summarise some of the key recent wins. Plus you can check out our updated factsheets covering workplace discrimination, labour hire, types of employment, and casual workers.
How would you feel if your boss opened your wallet, took cash out, and kept it for themselves – and got away with it? That's exactly what is happening right now in super accounts all across Australia.
Big banks and insurers have priced gouged their way to a 46% profit increase since 2021 – driving up inflation, all at the expense of everyday Australians.
If annual wage growth had continued at the same low rate as under the last Coalition government, the average Australian worker's wages or salary would be $4,700 less today.
Happy 26 August! Today, new work rights come into force across Australia. Here's what they are, why they are so important and how to make the most of them.