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Labour Review issue no. 165 - May 2006

discrimination
Discrimination Against Casual Teachers
Certain discrimination complaints will be harder to pursue after the High Court limited the traditional scope of indirect discrimination in the NSW casual teachers’ dispute.
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work and family
Flexible Work Arrangements: What Constitutes Reasonable Efforts?
While there is no blanket requirement that an employer must provide flexible work arrangements for employees under NSW law, “reasonable efforts” must be demonstrated.
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youth
Fatal Injury of Young Workers in Australia
Although there are many positive aspects of work for young Australians, a number of occupations have significant associated hazards.
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youth
Chemicals and Young Workers
In developed nations, adolescents (those aged 12-18) ad young people (those aged 16-24) are often in paid employment that is generally characterized by poor working conditions, low pay and few benefits.
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Work Hours
Workplace Is ‘an Increasing Health Hazard’
Employers who choose to ignore or discount the importance of annual leave risk becoming uncompetitive, according to a specialist in workplace health and well-being.
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union rights - international
New Dawn for Decency?
The summary sacking of 670 Gate Gourmet workers in August 2005 triggered a historic dispute and the creation of a new agenda for protecting workers.
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