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Destination Fiji - a vacation from workers' rights
Bula!
Fiji is famous for its sandy white beaches, blue waters, palm trees, sunshine and smiling faces. But behind the island beauty lies a much uglier reality.
Since Commodore Frank Bainimarama seized power of the South Pacific nation in 2006, the regime has systematically stripped workers of their wages and conditions.
Now, over 60 per cent of Fijian wage earners are living below the poverty line, hotel workers earn less than $3 an hour, and workers vocal in opposition to the regime have been threatened and assaulted.
We can support the people of Fiji get their island paradise
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ACTU's International Women’s Day Video Message
The ACTU has produced a new video message for all union women, commemorating this years International Women’s Day and the continued fight for equity in our workplaces.
Members are ...
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International Women's Day (IWD) and ACTU 'Time to Care' Campaign Launch - Friday 8th March
INVITATION to members
ACTU/VTHC Event for International Women’s Day
Venue: Bella Union Bar
Date: Friday 8 March 2013
Time: 10.00am - 11.30am
Keynote Speaker: Catherine ...
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(826 KB) - PDFIWD Time to Care Campaign launch invitation
Published: 04 Mar, 2013
Tags: international Women's Day, wac, international,
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Save Our Weekend
Penalty rates for many Australians are currently under threat from a Bill being considered in the Australian Senate.
Penalty rates provide some form of compensation for workers who are required to ...
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EQUAL PAY DAY PUSHED BACKTO SEPT 2 AS PAY GAP WIDENS
Equal Pay Day, initiated by EOWA in 2008, is an annual event to highlight the serious issue of gender pay inequity. The date is calculated on the average number of extra days a woman would have to ...
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NTEU NSW trials new ACTU training for delegates
We value the work of our delegates and recognise the vital role they play in our union, which is why we endeavour to ensure our delegates and activists feel trained, confident and supported in their work.
The ACTU has been developing a new online system for delegate training, which was launched at ACTU Congress this morning. Based on our recent work with delegates, NTEU NSW Division was chosen to help trial these modules. Delegates Sue and Ben took part in the training and provided feedback.
As a union leader I think this is a great initiative. Online training is not a replacement for face-to-face training, but it does offer another way for unions to better support delegates in their role.
NTEU NSW Division views delegate development and support as a key priority, which is why we have launched a new handbook and quarterly publication for delegates this year. We have also developed introductory training sessions for delegates that are regularly held in the NSW Division Office.Later this week, we will be launching a new section on our website that provides information about how NTEU members can get involved in union activities.
With the help of our members, activists and delegates we hope to build the NTEU and provide members with the best possible representation at work. -
ACTU Release: International Women's Day: insecure work is the hidden driver of the gender pay gap, say unions
Better pay, paid parental leave and equal opportunity laws are important advancements but cannot alone reverse the deep-rooted inequity that women continue to face at work, say unions.
ACTU ...
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Share your experiences as a casual or contract worker
Unions have launched a new inquiry into insecure work in Australia.
Workers will have the opportunity to share their stories about the impact of casual and contract employment alongside community groups, unions and employers in a new national independent inquiry to investigate the extent of insecure work in Australia.
The inquiry is part of the Secure Jobs. Better Future campaign, and will be open for submissions between 2 November and 16 December, before public hearings in each state in February and March.
Share your story
The NTEU is asking you to share your experience and views of insecure work, particularly casual work in the higher education sector.
Submissions will be able to be lodged on the campaign website, securejobs.org.au, or by phoning a special insecure work hotline on 1300 362 223 (toll free).
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Casualising the workforce: 7.30 Report
NTEU Member and casual UWS Staff member Chris Elenor speaks about the casual workforce on the 7.30 Report Tuesday evening. Watch the report by clicking on the URL below:
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NTEU Media Release: NTEU Welcomes ACTU Secure Jobs Better Future Campaign
Today’s launch by the ACTU of a national campaign to address the growing crisis of insecure work has been welcomed by the National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU).
Whilst national ...
