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New ABS Labour Force Figures

If anyone still needed proof that low wages won’t fix themselves – today’s labour force figures show the case is closed.

Release type: Media Release

Date: 17 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP

A welcome pick-up in wages, but more work to be done

The Albanese Government welcomes new figures today showing wages growing at their fastest pace in more than 9 years.

Release type: Joint Media Release

Date: 16 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Jim Chalmers MP
  • The Hon Tony Burke MP

Jobs and Skills Australia begins its work

Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) has today been formally established, after legislation passed through Parliament and received Royal Assent.

Release type: Media Release

Date: 16 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP

Fair Work Commission intervention

That is why we have intervened in the Fair Work Commission’s case to argue this action should be terminated.

Release type: Media Release

Date: 16 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP

Acting President appointed to the Fair Work Commission

Today I announce the appointment of Adam Hatcher SC as the Acting President to the Fair Work Commission (FWC).

Release type: Media Release

Date: 10 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP

Putting students first - extension of redress and waiver of indexation

The Albanese Government will extend the VET FEE-HELP Student Redress scheme for 12 months, and intends to waive all indexation applied to historical vocational education student loans affected…

Release type: Media Release

Date: 9 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP

Justice Iain Ross

The Government notes today’s notice of resignation from Justice Iain Ross as President of the Fair Work Commission with understanding and immense appreciation for his years of service.

Release type: Media Release

Date: 7 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP
Read more: Justice Iain Ross

Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill amendments

The Albanese Labor Government will adopt a range of amendments to the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill after a week of constructive consultations with business groups, unions and experts.

Release type: Media Release

Date: 7 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP

A pay rise for aged care workers

Aged care workers are in line for a much deserved pay rise because of the advocacy of unions, the sector and the Albanese Labor Government.

Release type: Joint Media Release

Date: 4 November 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP
  • The Hon Mark Butler MP
  • The Hon Anika Wells MP

Fair Work Commission positions

Today I announce the promotion of two Deputy Presidents and the extension of an Acting Commissioner to the Fair Work Commission.

Release type: Media Release

Date: 31 October 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Tony Burke MP

Northern Territory Skills Agreement

Minister for Skills and Training, Brendan O’Connor, Northern Territory Chief Minister, Natasha Fyles, and the Member for Solomon Luke Gosling, met in Darwin today to progress the National Skills…

Release type: Joint Media Release

Date: 30 October 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP
  • Natasha Fyles
  • Luke Gosling OAM, MLA

Tennant Creek Jobs and Skills Forum

The Albanese Labor Government is committed to delivering skills to the Northern Territory to provide the workers that businesses need, and give local people opportunities for secure employment, while…

Release type: Joint Media Release

Date: 28 October 2022

Ministers:

  • The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP
  • Marion Scrymgour MP

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