Women are the biggest losers when it comes to jobs and government support during the coronavirus crisis. The Australia Institute found targeted financial measures are disproportionately focused on male-intensive industries like construction. Meanwhile, the government has pulled the plug on…
The union representing the Rockhampton nurse at the centre of a COVID-19 investigation has spoken out in her defence. The Nurses Professional Association of Queensland says the nurse is "absolutely distraught" by criticism over her trip to Blackwater. A 30-year…
A Canberra hair salon is accused of discrimination after banning frontline health workers over fears of COVID-19. Healthcare workers say it's another example of discrimination based on a false presumption they are a higher risk of spreading the virus. Two…
The federal government has admitted JobKeeper won’t save workers from the sack when the payments stop. The aim of the wage subsidy is to save jobs during the coronavirus crisis by helping employers keep staff ‘on the books’. However, Treasurer…
There are calls for all Australians to be given 14-days paid pandemic leave so they can stay home if they're sick. The call comes after Chief Medical Officer Brendan Murphy told workers not to be "heroes" and go to work…
The health and safety of hospitality workers is being put at risk as cafes and restaurants re-open, according to unions. The United Workers Union has released a position paper, warning both state and federal governments of the potential danger. READ…
Millions of Australians have been stood down as a result of the coronavirus crisis, and subsequent shutdowns. So, what are your rights and responsibilities if you have been stood down from employment? READ THE FULL STORY HERE To connect with…
Retail giant Cotton On is reviewing its decision to exclude 200 staff from the JobKeeper program. The decision comes as a result of public pressure from casual workers. A number have spoken to the media arguing the company has treated…
Safe Work Australia has posted a list of tips to help employers make their workplace COVID-19 safe. Arrangements will change in many workplaces as the federal government eases restrictions and encourages people to return to work. For example, workers will…
The first JobKeeper unfair dismissal claim has been filed in the Fair Work Commission. The case involves a worker at a Gold Coast plastic surgery clinic, who claims she should not have been made redundant. Instead, the woman argues the…
