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More than a change of legal definition is needed to shift Australia's culture of 'permanent' casual work, argues David Peetz.

Economic pressures are increasing, but skills shortage will keep many companies on the hunt for workers for the remainder of the year.

A CFMEU initiative for a corporate super profit tax to fund social and affordable housing couldn’t have come at a better time. Pip Hinman reports.

A CFMEU initiative for a corporate super profit tax to fund social and affordable housing couldn’t have come at a better time. Pip Hinman reports.

New laws allowing casual staff on regular shifts to become permanent have split industry figures along political lines

Philip Lowe looked only at one side in analysing what caused inflation – and what RBA could do about it. That put him out of step.

Many economists say the Bank of Canada's decision this week to increase its key interest rate yet again was a mistake. But the bank is using the only tools it has. Why aren't other policy-makers using the tools they have to fight inflation?

Canadian Federation of Independent Business survey finds majority of its membership adversely affected by Asia-Pacific Gateway labour disruption

As the ongoing port workers strike in Vancouver prompts business disruptions and concerns over delayed shipments, a new report supports the argument put forth by workers that labour is not the source of rising costs in the industry.

New report reveals 83% of respondents are concerned universities’ focus on profit is undermining education standards