Podcasts about Fair Work Commission

Hello and welcome to Episode 327 of The People Powered Business Podcast.Have you opened the latest wage review announcement and immediately wondered what it means for your payroll, your cash flow and your compliance obligations? If you're already feeling the squeeze of rising business costs, the latest Fair Work Commission decision may have you doing some quick calculations and asking what happens next. Based on the Fair Work Commission's annual wage review decision, significant increases are coming into effect from 1 July 2026, and every employer needs to be prepared.I wanted to jump on the podcast this week with a timely compliance update because this is one of those changes that impacts a huge number of Australian businesses. Every year, the Fair Work Commission reviews the National Minimum Wage and award minimum rates of pay, taking into account economic conditions, inflation and submissions from unions and employer groups. This year's decision reflects ongoing cost of living pressures and rising inflation, making it one of the more significant wage increases we've seen in recent years.In this episode, I break down exactly what the 2026 wage review decision means, including the increase to the National Minimum Wage and the separate increase to award minimum rates. I also explain who is most affected, what employers need to do before 1 July, and the common areas where businesses can accidentally fall short of their obligations. We also look ahead at upcoming Fair Work changes, including gender undervaluation reviews and major award updates that could have a significant impact on sectors like allied health, disability services and community care. If you employ staff under modern awards, this is one update you don't want to miss.In this episode we cover: What the Fair Work Commission's 2026 National Wage Review decision means for employers The new National Minimum Wage and award wage increases taking effect from 1 July 2026 How inflation and economic conditions influenced this year's decision Why you should review annualised wage agreements, flexibility agreements and allowances now Upcoming Fair Work changes affecting healthcare, disability services and other female-dominated industriesLinks & Resources:Join People Powered HR:https://www.peoplepoweredbusiness.com.au/pphrDM me on Instagram @kristy.lee.billettConnect with me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristyleebillett/Email me at hello@peoplepoweredbusiness.com.auBook a 15-minute clarity call:https://calendly.com/kristyleebillett/chat What this episode coversThe 2026 Fair Work Commission wage review decision brings significant increases to both the National Minimum Wage and award minimum rates of pay. For small business owners employing staff under modern awards, understanding these changes is essential to remain compliant and avoid costly underpayment issues. This episode explains what has changed, who is affected and what actions employers need to take before 1 July 2026.Key insight from this episodeWage increases are only part of the compliance picture. Businesses also need to review annualised wage arrangements, flexibility agreements and employee allowances to ensure employees remain better off overall and that payroll practices continue to meet Fair Work requirements after the new rates take effect.What you'll take away Understand the new National Minimum Wage and award wage increases effective from 1 July 2026Identify whether your workforce is likely to be affected by the updated award ratesKnow which payroll, allowance and wage agreement reviews should be completed before implementationRecognise the compliance risks associated with failing to update employee pay correctlyGain awareness of upcoming Fair Work changes affecting healthcare, disability and community service sectors

Join Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan as they discuss the Fair Work Commission’s Annual Wage Review and what it means for employers.The session will cover the impact of the wage review decision on award-covered employees, enterprise agreement employees, and employees engaged under common law contracts, along with key considerations ahead of the 1 July 2026 changes.Don't miss this timely update on one of the most significant workplace developments of the year.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Antoinette Lattouf is no stranger to The Briefing. Long before she became the centre of one of Australia’s most closely watched media controversies, she was sitting in the host’s chair herself. Since then, the journalist, author and co-founder of ETTE Media has endured a very public battle with the ABC after being taken off air over a social media post about Gaza - a dismissal later found by the Fair Work Commission to be unlawful. In this chat with Sacha Barbour Gatt, Antoinette reflects on the fallout from that experience, the lessons behind her new book Women Who Win, and why women who challenge the status quo are so often punished for it. Weekend list with Helen Smith Listener Karli TO WATCH: Widows Bay on Apple TV TO WATCH: The Sheep Detectives in cinemas TO TRY: Digital photo frame TO WATCH: The Real Housewives of Rhode Island on Hayu Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of Australian employees are set to receive a 4.75 per cent wage increase in July, after the Fair Work Commission handed down its annual wage review. Union groups have welcomed the figure, saying it will allow workers to get back on their feet. Business groups, on the other hand, say the move will worsen inflation and put too much pressure on businesses. - आउँदो जुलाईदेखि अस्ट्रेलियामा लाखौँ कामदारहरूको तलब ४.७५ प्रतिशतले बढ्ने, फेयर वर्क कमिसनले घोषणा गरेको छ। यसले बढ्दो महँगाइबाट मानिसहरूलाई राहत दिने भन्दै युनियनहरूले यसको स्वागत गरेका छन् भने, रोजगारदाता समूहहरूले भने यस निर्णयले व्यवसाय सञ्चालनको खर्च बढाउनुका साथै ‘इन्फ्लेसन'मा थप दबाब पार्ने गुनासो गरेका छन्। एक रिपोर्ट।हाम्रा थप अडियो प्रस्तुतिहरू पोडकास्टका रूपमा उपलब्ध छन्। यो नि:शुल्क सेवा प्रयोग गर्न तपाईंले आफ्नो नाम दर्ता गर्नु पर्दैन। पोडकास्टमा सामाग्री उपलब्ध हुनासाथ सुन्न यहाँ थिच्नुहोस्।

Millions of Australian employees are set to receive a 4.75 per cent wage increase in July, after the Fair Work Commission handed down its annual wage review. Union groups have welcomed the figure, saying it will allow workers to get back on their feet. - Piştî ku Komîsyona Karê Dadperwer - Fair Work Commission nirxandina salane ya mûçeyan pêşkêş kir, tê payîn ku di meha Tîrmehê de bi mîlyonan karmendên Australî zêdebûneke mûçeya ji sedî 4.75 werbigirin. Komên sendîkayan ev hejmar pêşwazî kirin.

Fair Work Commission yani Adil Çalışma Komisyonu'nun yıllık ücret gözden değerlendirme kararını açıklamasının ardından, milyonlarca Avustralyalı çalışan Temmuz ayında yüzde 4,75'lik bir ücret artışı alacak. Sendikalar, bu oranın işçilerin yeniden ayağa kalkmalarını sağlayacağını belirterek kararı memnuniyetle karşıladı. Öte yandan iş dünyası grupları, bu kararın enflasyonu artıracağını ve işletmeler üzerinde aşırı baskı yaratacağını belirtiyor.Hafta içi Salı hariç her gün Avustralya doğu kıyıları saati ile 14:00 ile 15:00 arasında yayınlanan SBS Türkçe radyo programını artık dilediğiniz podcast yayıncısından dinleyebilirsiniz.ÖNE ÇIKANLARAdil Çalışma Komisyonu yıllık asgari ücret ve ücret skalası incelemesini açıkladıktan sonra, Avustralya genelinde milyonlarca işçi yüzde 4,75'lik bir ücret artışı alacak. Adil Çalışma Komisyonu Başkanı Yargıç Adam Hatcher, artışın 1 Temmuz'dan itibaren geçerli olacağını duyurdu.Geçen yılki yüzde 3,5'lik ücret artışı ve Nisan ayında gerçekleşen yüzde 4,2'lik manset enflasyon seviyesinin ardından, reel ücret farkı giderek artıyordu. Yargıç Hatcher, en düşük ücretli modern ücret sınıflandırmalarını kademeli olarak kaldırarak, en az kazananların aslında yüzde 6'lık bir ücret artışı alacağını söyledi.Avustralya Sendikalar Konseyi, yüzde 6'lık bir zam talep ediyordu. Gerçekleşseydi, kayıtlara geçen en büyük artış olacaktı. Avustralya Sendikalar Konseyi (ACTU) Başkanı Sally McManus, yine de kararı memnuniyetle karşıladı.Avustralya Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası, Nisan ayında yüzde 3,4 olan çekirdek enflasyonun daha iyi bir referans noktası olduğunu savunarak yüzde 3,5'lik bir artış öneriyordu. Avustralya Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası Politika Şefi David Alexander, işletmelerin zorlanacağını söylüyor.Podcastlarımızı dinlemek ve bizi takip etmek için: https://podfollow.com/sbs-turkishBizi Facebook'ta da takip edebilirsiniz.

Hafta içi Salı hariç her gün Avustralya doğu kıyıları saati ile 14:00 ile 15:00 arasında yayınlanan SBS Türkçe radyo programını artık reklamsız, müziksiz ve kesintisiz bir şekilde dinleyebilirsiniz.

Miliony pracowników w całej Australii otrzymają podwyżkę płac o 4,75 proc. po tym, jak Fair Work Commission ogłosiła wyniki corocznego przeglądu płacy minimalnej i stawek określonych w układach branżowych tzw. awards. Przewodniczący Fair Work Commission, sędzia Adam Hatcher, ogłosił decyzję, zgodnie z którą podwyżka zacznie obowiązywać od 1 lipca.Posłuchaj audycji radiowej w dowolnym czasie, naciśnij tutajSłuchaj audycji radia SBS Polish na żywo w poniedziałki, środy, czwartki, piątki i niedziele o godz. 14.00 (czasu wschodnioaustralijskiego) na paśmie SBS Radio 1 (Audycja czwartkowa jest powtarzana w niedzielę o godz. 14.00)Aby słuchać w radiu analogowym znajdź pasmo SBS Radio 1 naciskając link: Pasmo nadawania audycji w Twoim mieścieAby słuchać w radiu cyfrowym DAB znajdź 'SBS Radio1'Aby słuchać w telewizji cyfrowej znajdź: SBS Radio 1 na kanale 301Aby słuchać w internecie wejdź na stronę: SBS Polishalbo naciśnij: Polskie Radio SBS i PodcastyAby sluchać w Twoim telefonie przez aplikację - zainstaluj bezpłatną aplikację SBS Audio App

စးထီၣ်ဖဲလါယူၤလံအတီၢ်ပူၤန့ၣ် အီစထြ့လယါ ပှၤမၤတၢ်ဖိ လၢအကကွဲၢ်အါမး ကန့ၢ်အါထီၣ်ဘၣ်ဝဲ တၢ်ဖံးတၢ်မၤအဘူးအလဲ ၄.၇၅ မျးကယၤန့ၣ်လီၤ. တၢ်ဂ့ၢ်အံၤကဲထီၣ်အသး ဖဲလၢပှၤမၤတၢ်ဖိဂ့ၢ်ဝီခီးမ့ရှၢၢ် (Fair Work Commission) ထုးဖျါထီၣ်ဝဲဒၣ် တနံၣ်တဘျီ အတၢ်သမံသမိးထံက့ၤ တၢ်ဖံးတၢ်မၤအဘူးအလဲဝံၤအလီၢ်ခံန့ၣ်လီၤ. ပှၤမၤတၢ်ဖိကရူၢ်သ့ၣ်တဖၣ် တူၢ်လိာ်မုာ်ဝဲဒၣ် နီၣ်ဂံၢ်နီၣ်ဒွးအံၤဒီးစံးဝဲဒၣ် တၢ်ဟ့ၣ်အါထီၣ်တၢ်ဖံးတၢ်မၤအဘူးအလဲအဃိ ပှၤမၤတၢ်ဖိသ့ၣ်တဖၣ် ကန့ၢ်က့ၤဆၢထၢၣ်ဘၣ်ကဒါက့ၤဝဲလၢအနီၣ်ကစၢ်အခီၣ်လိၤန့ၣ်လီၤ. မ့မ့ၢ်လၢအဂၤတပၤတခီ, ပနံာ်တၢ်ဖံးတၢ်မၤကရူၢ်သ့ၣ်တဖၣ်စံးလၢ တၢ်မၤအဝဲအံၤန့ၣ် ကမၤနးဒိၣ်ထီၣ်ဝဲ စ့သိၣ်သွံ စ့အလုၢ်အပှ့ၤကလီၤဒိၣ်ထီၣ်ဒီး ပာ်အါထီၣ် တၢ်ဆီၣ်သနံးဖဲပနံာ်တၢ်ဖံးတၢ်မၤသ့ၣ်တဖၣ်အလိၤန့ၣ်လီၤ.

2026年6月2日午间：自7月1日起，数百万澳大利亚人的薪酬将上涨。澳大利亚公平工作委员会（Fair Work Commission）于周二上午宣布，全国法定最低工资将从每小时24.95澳元提高至26.44澳元，预计约280万名员工受益，占全国劳动力总数约20%（收听播客，了解详情）。在苹果播客或Spotify搜索“新闻快报”，点击订阅、开启消息提醒，即可了解澳洲国内外新闻及社区信息。 

Millions of Australian employees are set to receive a 4.75 per cent wage increase in July, after the Fair Work Commission handed down its annual wage review. Union groups have welcomed the figure, saying it will allow workers to get back on their feet. Business groups, on the other hand, say the move will worsen inflation and put too much pressure on businesses. - Миллионы австралийских работников ожидает повышение зарплаты на 4,75 процента в июле после того, как Комиссия по справедливой оплате труда провела ежегодный пересмотр заработной платы. Профсоюзные группы приветствовали эту цифру, заявив, что она позволит работникам встать на ноги. С другой стороны, бизнес-группы заявляют, что этот шаг усугубит инфляцию и окажет слишком большое давление на предприятия.Больше историй, интервью и новостей от SBS Russian доступно здесь.Слушайте программу на русском языке SBS по понедельникам, четвергам и субботам в 12 часов дня.Читайте нас в Facebook и подпишитесь на наши подкасты по этой ссылке.

Millions of Australian employees are set to receive a 4.75 per cent wage increase in July, after the Fair Work Commission handed down its annual wage review. Union groups have welcomed the figure, saying it will allow workers to get back on their feet. Business groups, on the other hand, say the move will worsen inflation and put too much pressure on businesses.

Around three million low-paid Australian workers are set to receive a pay rise after the Fair Work Commission lifted the national minimum wage and increased award wages above the current inflation rate. Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank economist Harry Ottley about what the decision means for household budgets, inflation and the broader economy. Plus, the ASX 200 edged lower as retailers and shopping centre operators came under pressure following the wage decision, while technology stocks rallied and BHP hit another record high. Alice Shen, CFA from VanEck joins the podcast to unpack the day's market moves and the influence of another strong session on Wall Street

Nearly three million workers on low wages are set to get a pay rise after a major decision by the Fair Work Commission.

Millions of Australian employees are set to receive a 4.75 per cent wage increase in July, after the Fair Work Commission handed down its annual wage review. Union groups have welcomed the figure, saying it will allow workers to get back on their feet. Business groups, on the other hand, say the move will worsen inflation and put too much pressure on businesses. - کمیسیون کار منصفانه نتایج بررسی سالانه حداقل دستمزد را اعلام کرد که در نتیجه آن میلیون ها کارگر در آسترالیا از ماه جولای افزایش ۴.۷۵ در صد معاش دریافت می کنند اتحادیه های کارگران ازین ارقام استقبال کرده اما گروه های تجارتی می گویند این تصمیم تورم را بدتر می سازد و فشار بیش از حد بر تجارت وارد می کند.

US President Donald Trump reportedly criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a heated phone call following claims by Iran that Israel violated a ceasefire agreement. Plus, Jewish leaders say Grace Tame’s ABC podcast is “tone deaf” and minimum-wage workers get a pay rise. Read more: Trump reportedly tears into Netanyahu over Hezbollah strikes: ‘What the f... are you doing?’ Grace Tame podcast sparks fury as Jewish leaders condemn ABC decision Millions of workers get 4.75 per cent pay rise as businesses warn of financial impactSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's your weekly TA & Recruitment news blast with the Scoop from TaPod. This week we cover all kinds of angles, including Lauren wants us to stop talking about AI and then doesn't stop talking about it; bad hiring decisions cost $7.3 billion annually; redundancy and then enforcing non-competes – is that fair? Would you call someone a ‘fat, ugly pig' in an interview? Ghost jobs on the increase; the Fair Work Commission hands out a pay rise; Gen Z not lazy but harder to manipulate and much more.Thanks to Indeed for partnering with us to bring you the Scoop.

ஆஸ்திரேலியாவில் minimum wage-ஆகக்குறைந்த சம்பளம் பெறும் பணியாளர்கள் ஊதிய உயர்வு பெறவுள்ளதாக Fair Work Commission அறிவித்துள்ளது. இதுகுறித்த செய்தியைத் தருகிறார் றேனுகா துரைசிங்கம்.

Miljoenen Australische werknemers krijgen vanaf juli een loonsverhoging van 4,75%, dankzij de jaarlijkse loonherziening van de Fair Work Commission. Vakbonden verwelkomen de maatregel en zeggen dat werknemers hierdoor financieel weer wat lucht krijgen. Werkgeversorganisaties stellen daarentegen dat de verhoging de inflatie verder zal aanwakkeren en bedrijven onder extra druk zet.Mis niets van SBS Dutch! Abonneer je op onze feed in Spotify of Apple Podcast.

My Bui - Economist at AMP & Wes Lambert - CEO of the Australian Restaurant & Cafe Association join James Willis to discuss the Fair Work Commission approving a pay rise of 4.75 per cent for almost 3 million Aussies on award wages, and 6 per cent for the 100,000 workers on minimum wages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ACCI chief of policy has slammed the Fair Work Commission's decision to approve a 4.75% increase to the minimum wage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's minimum wage will increase by 5.97 per cent, and minimum award workers will get a 4.75 per cent pay boost, in the Fair Work Commission's annual wage review.

Think a worker can be legally fired for crashing a truck, blowing over the legal limit, and texting while driving? In Australia's current industrial relations climate, a procedural technicality can still result in a massive payout for a toxic employee. Listen to the full clip to hear the unbelievable real-world examples of how the Fair Work Commission is punishing small businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Around three million low-paid Australian workers are set to receive a pay rise after the Fair Work Commission lifted the national minimum wage and increased award wages above the current inflation rate. Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Commonwealth Bank economist Harry Ottley about what the decision means for household budgets, inflation and the broader economy. Plus, the ASX 200 edged lower as retailers and shopping centre operators came under pressure following the wage decision, while technology stocks rallied and BHP hit another record high. Alice Shen, CFA from VanEck joins the podcast to unpack the day's market moves and the influence of another strong session on Wall Street

Recent decisions from the Fair Work Commission and the Federal Circuit Court have sent a powerful message to employers and individual workers alike — sexual harassment liability is expanding rapidly, and the financial consequences are becoming increasingly significant. In the second major decision delivered within two weeks, substantial compensation orders were made against individual respondents, including in matters involving non-physical sexual harassment. These decisions reinforce the growing legal, reputational, and psychosocial safety risks facing workplaces that fail to properly prevent and respond to inappropriate conduct.Andrew Douglas and Kim McLagan will discuss these important developments, the emerging legal trends, and what employers should be doing now to manage risk and meet their workplace obligations.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kia ora. Welcome to Friday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. Today we lead with news the US-China summit in Beijing is underway and so far, the results have been underwhelming. Xi warned Trump about US support for Taiwan, and a big jet order for Boeing wasn't quite what was expected, causing Boeing's share price to fall today (-3.6%). The travelling CEO's seem to be impressed with China's opportunities, rather than Trump getting China to invest in the US. But it is only day one, so more may come of this visit. In the US data out overnight shows there were 190,600 initial jobless claims last week, less than seasonal factors would have indicated. There are now 1.7 mln people on these benefits, less than a year ago and about the same as two years ago. Given how this is tracking so different to the US household labour force survey, part of the jobless claims easing can be attributed to tougher qualification standards. US retail sales rose marginally in April from March to be +4.5% higher than year ago levels. Higher dollar sales at petrol stations were a key factor. The timing of one-off tax refunds probably played a part too. This is a gain that is higher than the 3.8% US CPI. Business inventories rose as well (the data is for March). Retail inventories did too. But both are up less than the sales gains, so the inventory to sales ratio is improving. In China, banks haven't been lending at the rate expected. New yuan loans by Chinese banks fell by a net -¥10 bln in April, and much less than the expected +¥300 bln, and less than the +¥285 bln in April 2025. This is quite an unexpectedly variation and turn down in momentum, and only the third time on record this has happened. One reason is that there is a shift to corporate bond financing, away from bank financing. In Australia, their competition regulator has prevailed in a case it brough against supermarket giant Coles claiming its discount claims were a sham. This judgement is sure to echo in New Zealand. The ACCC has a parallel case pending judgement against Woolworths. Meanwhile the peak Australian labour union, the ACTU, has amended its claim for a minimum wage rise to +6% before the Fair Work Commission, taking the claimed rate to AU$26.45/hour (NZ$32.25). Obviously, the change is in response to rising inflation. Global container freight rates were up +12% last week to be +14% higher than year-ago levels. Surcharging for fuel is the key reason for the rises although this is also the time the northern hemisphere "peak season surcharges (PSS) start to be applied. Bulk cargo rates shifted higher again last week as well, up +5.4% and are now at levels we had during the pandemic stresses The UST 10yr yield is now just on 4.46%, down -1 bp from this time yesterday. The price of gold will start today down -US$12 at US$4678/oz. Silver is down -US$3 at just under US$85/oz. American oil prices are holding up at just over US$101.50/bbl, while the international Brent price is just under US$106/bbl. The Kiwi dollar is down -10 bps from yesterday at this time at 59.2 USc. Against the Aussie we are up +20 bps at 81.9 AUc. Against the euro we are unchanged at just under 50.7 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at just on 62.5 which is down -10 bps from yesterday. The bitcoin price starts today at US$81,564 and up +2.7% from this time yesterday. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been moderate at just under +/- 2.1%. You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz. Kia ora. I'm David Chaston and we'll do this again on Monday.

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The federal government says housing supply will be key in tomorrow's federal budget; the Fair Work Commission hears evidence on conditions for food delivery workers; Australian Jay Vine's team says he won't need surgery for injuries sustained in a Giro d'Italia crash.

This week on VLGA Connect, Chris Eddy chats with Evan King, CEO of the City of Ballarat to talk about how the ongoing fuel crisis is having a financial impact on council as well as the implications of a recent ruling on contracts from the Fair Work Commission.Also this week, Tony Raunic from Hunt & Hunt Lawyers returns to give his take on recent developments in the sector.Sponsored by Hunt & Hunt Lawyers.Support the showTo learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to vlga@vlga.org.au or call us on 03 9349 7999

The relatively new general protections regime has seen a "sharp uptick" in Fair Work claims over the past year. Here, we dive into how and why such claims are on the rise and what it means for businesses and lawyers alike. In today's episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jerome Doraisamy speaks with Justitia Lawyers & Consultants partner Jess Toop about the state of affairs for general protections claims, why we're seeing an uptick in such claims, what such applications are looking like, how AI is being used to generate the claims, and the impact of these developments. Toop also gets into how the Fair Work Commission is responding, what it all means for employment lawyers, how business behaviours are shifting in the current climate, how employers must prepare, the broader trends to watch out for, and her advice for clients moving forward. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Lawyers Weekly Show) and by following Lawyers Weekly on social media: Facebook, X and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@lawyersweekly.com.au

Safety warnings issued after several recent incidents of farm vehicles making contact with power lines, the Fair Work Commission orders major retailers to help truck drivers with rising fuel costs, and citrus season kicks off after summer heatwaves and a cold April impact fruit condition.

It have been described as an historic order, The Fair Work Commission has ruled that some of Australia's larger companies need to compensate truckies and transport companies. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss what the decision means for truck drivers and how it will impact the consumer.Also in this edition, does the AFL tribunal need an overhaul?What languages should be taught in schools?Plus, Tim Cook is stepping down from CEO of Apple, what will new leadership of the company look like? 

Like me you might have been blown away by the announcement that the Fair Work Commission was abolishing junior rates of pay in the retail, fast food and pharmacies industries. It was plastered on headlines across legacy media, ACTU and Labor Party sources. But of course the headline isn't the whole story. We spoke to Josh Cullinan from the Retail and Fast Food Workers Union RAFFWU, the only voice at the Commission calling for the scrapping of the junior rate of pay about how the system continues to be rigged against young workers.

Iranian state media is reporting that Tehran has launched drones against US military vessels.It comes after Iran's highest operational command unit described the seizing of an Iranian flagged cargo ship by US forces as a violation of the ceasefire... promising to retaliate.Washington says it attacked and seized the ship as it attempted to get past its blockade of Iranian ports.Further peace talks between the US and Iran are scheduled to take place later today but Iranian state media is reporting Tehran wont attend.The Fair Work Commission has handed down a landmark order that will require large companies like Coles, Woolworths and Amazon to conduct reviews of fuel prices with their outsourced truck drivers and transport companies.The measure is the first of its kind under new laws brought into help transport operators dealing with the soaring price of fuel, amid the Middle East war.The Transport Workers Union says the order is "historic".and former Australian Rules footballer Barry Cable has been found not guilty of abusing a girl in the 19-60s.The 82-year-old faced trial in the W-A District Court last month, accused of sexual offences against a child who was aged nine or 10 at the time.The alleged victim told the court Mr Cable abused her in his home.Judge Michael Bowden found the 82-year-old not guilty of all charges.If this story has raised concerns for you can call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)Press the 'Follow' or '+' button on this show page to add us to your playlist, so you never miss an episode.For more news, politics and current affairs podcasts go to ABC listen.

The escalating conflict in the Middle East has driven up global fuel prices, forcing a historic intervention from the Fair Work Commission to protect Australia's transport operators from absorbing the costs. Consequently, consumers are feeling the pinch at the checkout, with dairy and fresh produce prices rising rapidly as the supply chain strains under pressure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran's deputy foreign minister says there's no plan for a second round of negotiations with the US for now.He says the US has shown it's "not serious" about pursuing the diplomatic process and has accused Washington of committing "aggressive acts". It comes after Washington seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. Iran's highest operational command unit says the seizure is in violation of the two-week ceasefire.Washington says it attacked and seized the ship as it attempted to get past its blockade of Iranian ports.Authorities in Japan say a magnitude 7-point-5 earthquake has struck off the northeastern coast of the country. They're urging residents to stay away from coastal areas, where tsunami waves up to 3 metres high are expected. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the government has set up an emergency task force and is urging citizens in the affected areas to evacuate to safety.and the Fair Work Commission has handed down a landmark order that will require large companies like Coles, Woolworths and Amazon to conduct reviews of fuel prices with their outsourced truck drivers and transport companies. The measure is the first of its kind under new laws brought into help transport operators dealing with the soaring price of fuel, amid the Middle East war. The Transport Workers Union says the order is "historic". Press the 'Follow' or '+' button on this show page to add us to your playlist, so you never miss an episode.For more news, politics and current affairs podcasts go to ABC listen.

This week on VLGA Connect, James Collins, CEO from Cardinia Shire Council reflects on his first six months in the role and talks with Chris Eddy about how things are travelling in a rapidly changing municipality with some big interface and growth-related challenges.Tony Raunic from Hunt & Hunt Lawyers returns to review some significant recent legal decisions with implications for councils including a $15M Supreme Court judgment against the City of Whittlesea, and a Fair Work Commission ruling in favour of Hobsons Bay City Council.Sponsored by Hunt & Hunt LawyersSupport the showTo learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to vlga@vlga.org.au or call us on 03 9349 7999

Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics.Presenters: Chloe DS, Stephanie MierischNewsreportsPresenters discuss the latest headline news.The recent Fair Work Commission ruling that abolishs Junior Rates.Protests in Cuba opposing the US BlockadePalestinians face severe water shortagesInterviews and DiscussionsSarah Williams, CEO from What Were you Wearing Australia, an Indigenous, youth-led charity fighting to end sexual violence in Australia joins the program to discuss the upcoming nationwide rallies against domestic and family violence on April 18-19. You can listen to the individual interview here.Ali Keshtkar, Iranian-Australian writer and political activist based in Naarm/Melbourne. He has lived in exile for over three decades and former political prisoner and survivor of the death sentence in Iran. He joins the program discussing the impacts of the War on Iran and how socialists can best oppose a war being waged against a regime they're in struggle against. You can listen to the individual interview here.Muayad Ali, Palestinian organiser with Free Palestine Melbourne joins the program to discuss the campaign to free Marwan Barghouti, who has unjustly imprisoned for resisting oppression and fighting for the rights of his people for more than 23-years. You can listen to the individual interview here. 

She’s supposed to be a star witness for broadcaster ARN in its dispute with fallen star Kyle Sandilands - but now Jackie ‘O’ Henderson is taking Fair Work action against the company, seeking $82 million. Read more: Jackie ‘O’ sues ARN for $82m Trump tells aides he's willing to end war without reopening Hormuz Make-up empire Mecca fined nearly $600,000 for lodging late financial reportsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fair Work Commission will abolish junior pay rates for young adult employees aged 18 to 20 in the fast food, retail, and pharmacy sectors with a phase-in period of up to four years. In this edition of the Conversation Hour we talk what it means for both young workers and business.Also in this edition, why Gen Z dads feel they need to be the providers and we talk farmers mental health in the face of the fuel crisis.

Australia's minimum wage is back in focus, with the government signalling support for a real wage increase ahead of the Fair Work Commission's June decision, as unions and business groups put forward competing claims. Independent economist Chris Richardson unpacks what a potential rise above inflation could mean for the economy. Meanwhile, the sharemarket dipped after a strong rally, with Darren Thompson from Equity Trustees breaking down the latest moves across sectors and what is driving investor sentiment.

What are we allowed to say in the office these days - if we show up at all? As courts thrash out work-from-home rights, the battleground just got a lot more colourful, with a banker taking Federal Court action to defend his right to f-bomb. This story’s live now at theaustralian.com.au, along with all Australia’s best journalism. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Jasper Leak. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton. Jasper Leak also composed our theme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a landmark agreement hailed as world-leading, the Transport Workers Union, Uber, and DoorDash have put forward a minimum standards deal for Australian gig workers to the Fair Work Commission on Tuesday, 25 November. This major reform guarantees food delivery riders a 25% wage increase, injury insurance, and protection from unfair algorithmic dismissal, fundamentally changing a commission-based system that workers say left them making virtually no money. - अस्ट्रेलियामा सञ्चालनमा रहेका दुई ठुला अन डिमान्ड डेलिभरी सेवा उबर इट्स र डोरड्यासले आफ्ना चालकहरूलाई न्यूनतम पारिश्रमिक दर र विस्तृत सुरक्षा व्यवस्था लागू गर्न सहमति जनाएका छन्। दुई कम्पनी र ट्रान्सपोर्ट वर्कर्स युनियन बिच गत मङ्गलवार, नोभेम्बर २५ मा भएको सम्झौता लागू हुन भने फेयर वर्क कमिसनको स्वीकृति आवश्यक हुन्छ। यही सन्दर्भमा फुड डेलिभरीको काम गर्दै आएका र ट्रान्सपोर्ट वर्कर्स युनियनका प्रतिनिधि रहेका क्यानबराका उत्सव भट्टराई र नवीन अधिकारीसँग एसबीएस नेपालीले गरेको कुराकानी सहितको रिर्पोट सुन्नुहोस्।

In a landmark agreement hailed as world-leading, the Transport Workers Union, Uber, and DoorDash have put forward a minimum standards deal for Australian gig workers to the Fair Work Commission today. This major reform guarantees food delivery riders a 25% wage increase, injury insurance, and protection from unfair algorithmic dismissal, fundamentally changing a commission-based system that workers say left them making virtually no money. - คำร้องสวัสดิภาพแรงงาน ‘gig workers' โดยสหภาพแรงงานขนส่ง อูเบอร์ และดอร์แดชยื่นคำร้องต่อคณะกรรมาธิการแฟร์ เวิร์ก ขอเพิ่มค่าจ้างให้ไรเดอร์ 25% พร้อมประกันคุ้มครองกรณีบาดเจ็บ และการคุ้มครองจากการถูกเลิกจ้างโดยไม่เป็นธรรมจากระบบอัลกอริธึม

In a landmark agreement hailed as world-leading, the Transport Workers Union, Uber, and DoorDash have put forward a minimum standards deal for Australian gig workers to the Fair Work Commission today. This major reform guarantees food delivery riders a 25% wage increase, injury insurance, and protection from unfair algorithmic dismissal, fundamentally changing a commission-based system that workers say left them making virtually no money. - В рамках первого в мире исторического соглашения Профсоюз работников транспорта, Uber и DoorDash представили Комиссии по справедливому труду документ о минимальных стандартах для австралийских гиг-работников. Эта масштабная реформа гарантирует курьерам служб доставки еды повышение заработной платы, страхование от травм и защиту от несправедливого увольнения, кардинально меняя систему, основанную на комиссионных.

In un accordo giudicato storico e all'avanguardia, la Transport Workers Union, Uber e DoorDash hanno presentato alla Fair Work Commission, nella giornata di martedì, un pacchetto di tutele minime per i lavoratori della gig economy in Australia.

In a landmark agreement hailed as world-leading, the Transport Workers Union, Uber, and DoorDash have put forward a minimum standards deal for Australian gig workers to the Fair Work Commission. - ギグワーカーの働く環境を大きく変える、歴史的な合意が、運輸労働組合、ウーバーイーツ、ドアダッシュの間で結ばれ、今週フェアワーク委員会に提出されました。これは最低賃金の導入に加え、ドライバーのための幅広い改善策と保護を提供するものです。

In a landmark agreement hailed as world-leading, the Transport Workers Union, Uber, and DoorDash have put forward a minimum standards deal for Australian gig workers to the Fair Work Commission today. This major reform guarantees food delivery riders a 25% wage increase, injury insurance, and protection from unfair algorithmic dismissal, fundamentally changing a commission-based system that workers say left them making virtually no money.