Fired by text: Young worker wins $15k in compo, lost wages
A court found the apprentice was unfairly dismissed and awarded him compensation.
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Sexual banter 'normal' at Defence Force, dismissed worker claims
Defence Force worker said sexual banter was tolerated because female colleague ignored it.
Strikes suspended as firefighter's union and Fenz agree to mediation
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Focus: Gloriavale TV bride speaks about why she left the community
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Locked-out Purex employees threatened with $500,000 fine after strike
The company has threatened 67 employees to pay almost $550,000 in damages.
Wharf explosion: Union questions health and safety procedures
Worksafe said any information would be 'months away'.
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Anxious young beauty therapist 'callously dismissed', awarded $18k
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Gloriavale leaders want judge to stand aside: She won't
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Wiped and missing design files to cost worker $113,000
A sacked architectural designer ignored numerous requests to return work files.