Time to start ignoring irresponsible businesses claiming worker shortages – First Union
In response to several recent stories from unethical and out-dated business lobby groups claiming worker shortages in several industries, FIRST…
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Truck drivers who are employees see similar issues as contractors in the sector – First Union
In response to stories on long haul truck drivers sleeping at depots, not being able to eat or drink anything…
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Union calls on Coalition Gov’t to reassess RSE scheme – First Union
FIRST Union’s Denise Roche is calling on the Coalition Government to reassess its Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme as labourhire…
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Silviculture is synonymous with low wages and exploitation – First Union
Yesterday, migrant exploitation was exposed in the forestry industry. The Labour Inspectorate has penalised Silviculture Solution Ltd (SSL), an associated…
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Silviculture is synonymous with low wages and worker exploitation – First Union
Yesterday, migrant exploitation was exposed in the forestry industry. The Labour Inspectorate has penalised Silviculture Solution Ltd (SSL), an associated…
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Minimum wage increase a decade overdue and the right thing to do – First Union
The Coalition Government has announced the largest increase to the minimum wage, ever, in its move towards its minimum wage…
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Fuel Truck Drivers’ Strike Turns Into Lively Picket – First Union
It’s day four of the fuel tanker strike and SouthFuel truck drivers are picketing their workplace. Bargaining broke down…
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Darker side emerging of exploitation of migrant workers in NZ – First Union
In reference to the New Zealand resident who allegedly brought Samoan nationals to do illegal work for him in the…
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More fuel tank drivers on strike over overtime allowances – First Union
While around 180 Pacific Fuel Haul tanker truck drivers have settled their collective, tanker truck drivers at SouthFuels who deliver…
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Workers at Godfrey Hirst carpets have downed tools for the Living Wage – First Union
The New Zealand workers who make carpets for commercial and residential use at what’s touted as one of the top…