The federal government’s Jobs Summit kicking off in Canberra on 1 September could herald in a new era for workers.
With a touted agenda of improving working conditions, boosting wages, addressing skills shortages and closing gender gaps, the summit provides the real prospect of restoring fairness for workers.
IEU’s Federal Secretary Christine Cooper is attending the summit and will ensure members’ voice are heard on essential reforms.
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