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Oct 14

Coalition confirms they will consider small business definition change, stripping rights from workers

Around a million workers face the threat of losing entitlements as the Coalition signals its intent to change small business definition.

Oct 7

Labour Day is more than a public holiday, it’s a celebration of the Union Movement’s victories

Today’s public holiday is a reminder of the power of solidarity and collective action.

Oct 2

Private sector EBA pay rises hit 12 year high, thanks to Labor’s workplace laws

Data from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations confirms that Labor’s new workplace laws are working to improve wages.

Sep 27

200 workers tragically killed on the job in 2023, Safe Work Report shows

Safe Work Australia's 2024 report shows 200 workers were tragically killed in 2023.

Sep 26

Hunter locals are supportive of renewables, survey shows

Hunter region residents are largely in favour of renewable energy investment, according to a new survey.

Sep 20

Superannuation to be paid on parental leave from 2025

Parents accessing government-funded paid parental leave will start receiving superannuation contributions on their payments from July 2025.

Jul 16

Fundraiser Trivia Night for Women's Committee a success

The annual Hunter Workers Women’s Committee fundraiser, the largest fundraising event for the committee of the year, raised more than $2500.