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The dispute causing empty shelves at Woolies is a test case for companies using AI and automation on workers

Behind the empty shelves in Woolworths supermarkets across Victoria and New South Wales is a fraught battle between workers and employers that could affect the future of workplaces everywhere.

The Conversation

Have You Noticed That Woolworths Shelves Are Emptier Than Usual? There’s A Reason Why

“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and would like to thank our customers for their understanding and for treating our teams with respect.”

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Woolworths to reopen distribution centre to get essential items on shelves amid ongoing strike

Melbourne south regional distribution centre to reopen to ‘improve availability of food and essential grocery items such as nappies, toilet paper and drinks’

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Why Woolworths workers can’t sleep at night: inside the supermarket giant’s controversial ‘Framework’

In early 2024, Woolworths introduced a new worker performance management program across warehouses run by the company’s distribution arm, Primary Connect.

The Conversation

'Fresh bread in Canberra will suffer': Long-standing factory shuts down

The ACT's manufacturing industry suffers another significant loss.

The Canberra Times

School cleaners in Victoria face jobless new year after contract shake-up

Hundreds of staff could be out of work when the state’s contract with ISS comes to an end, prompting calls for reform

The Guardian - AU

Million-dollar-plus penalty sought against massage parlour

Union wants more done to protect workers from 'wage theft'.

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Dairy workers walk off the job over pay, conditions

More than 1400 workers demanding improved wages and conditions are walking off the job at 13 sites across Victoria.

AAP

Dairy workers to walk off the job for better pay

Victoria's dairy industry is reassuring consumers ahead of a two-day strike by more than 1400 workers for improved wages and working conditions.

AAP

School cleaners in limbo after call to wind up contract

A decision to end a major government contract has thrust school cleaners into job uncertainty, with a union saying it shows "everything wrong" with the system.

AAP

Rising fees and staff shortages: the crisis in Australia’s childcare system

Childcare fees are rising faster than inflation and wage growth, and one-third of the population lives in a childcare desert

The Guardian - AU

Roger Cook to hit the ground running as new WA premier, as opposition slams union influence

Roger Cook has hit the ground running, gaining the approval of Labor's right faction today to confirm his endorsement as WA's next premier.

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