168 years on, workers are still winning better work/life balance
On this day in 1856, Melbourne's Stonemasons fought for – and won – the 8-hour workday as a nationwide industry standard.
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On this day in 1856, Melbourne's Stonemasons fought for – and won – the 8-hour workday as a nationwide industry standard.
Unfair rostering disadvantages workers in insecure work: unions are calling for for roster justice.
This week, union members announced that we are calling for a 5% increase to help with the cost-of-living and make sure we're getting our share of the profits we create.
A new report by the Australia Institute's Centre for Future Work confirms that increasing the minimum wage is the right thing to do in this cost-of-living crisis, and there is no risk of an increase triggering inflation.
Join us as we break down the key recommendations of the Inquiry into Price Gouging and Unfair Pricing Practices.
The PGI report lists particular industries where there is a strong suspicion – or more – of price gouging. Let's take a look.