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Topic: independent contractors
Industrial relations will be a key issue in the federal election - and not just for Tony Abbott. The workplace practice of independent contracting is under threat and is likely to become a thorn in Julia Gillard's side, especially in marginal seats, writes <b>Robert Gottliebsen</b>.

Julia and Tony take note: the sleeper issue is awakening

Federal

Jul 21, 2010

It’s time to declare an end to the alleged rise in “independent contracting” that has purportedly dominated Australian workplaces over the last decade.

The rise in independent contracting is a myth

Business

Sep 22, 2009

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What does Tourism and Small Business Minister Fran Bailey do when she isn’t living high on the hog and enjoying expensive taxpayer funded junkets overseas? Why, she berates business groups.

Fran Bailey: the bull in the small business

News

Oct 03, 2007

There are 3 articles in independent contractors