Tasmanian Times
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Lambie stands strong on protecting Sunday penalty rates
Independent Senator for Tasmania Jacqui Lambie has restated her strong opposition to any move by the government or Fair Work Commission –...
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Cuts to penalty rates puts families under even more pressure
Thousands of Tasmanian workers had a sleepless night last night after yesterday’s decision to cut penalty rates for hospitality, retail and fast...
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Former treasury head Ken Henry attacks political system in Canberra conference
Former federal treasury head Ken Henry has lashed out at the political and media dysfunction that he says has led to reform...
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Fights brewing over forestry, councils, in lead up to Tasmanian Parliament 2017 debut
Tasmania’s Premier has hosed down claims he is picking a fight with councils, as his Resources Minister warns he will “fight in...
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Claim George Brandis was involved in Bell Group matter earlier than he says
Attorney-General George Brandis was personally involved in the Bell Group matter one month earlier than he claims he was, the ABC has...
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‘They called more than 10 times a day’: Sinister tactics of debt collectors …
IT starts with a barrage of text messages telling you to urgently call a number. Then the persistent phone calls, sometimes more...
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561StatementsBattle for Mosul: Families caught in the crossfire
Read more hereNaomi Steer, UNHCR
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Will Ross be Moved? ~ Part I
*Pic: The Northern Midlands sign by the northern streets of Tunbridge, with the historic bridge seen across the highway among the trees....
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Mercury Talking Point: Forest plan won’t win markets
FOR Forestry Tasmania securing top-shelf, globally recognised Forest Stewardship Council certification is viewed by most stakeholders — regardless of where they sit...
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Slashing Penalty Rates Hurts Women And Does Little For The Gender Pay Gap
The Fair Work Commission’s decision to slash penalty rates will hurt millions of workers in the retail, hospitality and fast-food industries. But...
