In this episode of Current Conversations, hosted by Kate Raymond CEO and Jordon Carlisle, Workplace Relations Manager, from Master Electricians, the discussion centres around the history and evolution of unions in Australia.
Special guest Michael Wright, National Secretary of the Electrical Trades Union (ETU), delves into the historical significance of events like the Eureka Stockade in shaping the union movement. The conversation also touches upon significant milestones in Australian labour rights, including the inception of long service leave, weekends, and leave entitlements.
They examine the impact of enterprise bargaining on industries and discuss the complex landscape of modern industrial relations. The episode further explores current challenges and opportunities within the industry, emphasising the importance of collective efforts in building a fair and sustainable future for workers and industry alike.
Time-stamped highlights
00:00 Introduction to Current Conversations
00:12 Meet the Hosts and Guest: Michael Wright
00:26 The History of Unions in Australia
00:43 The Eureka Stockade and Its Impact
01:38 Australia's Unique Union Movement
02:17 The Role of the Labor Party and Class Systems
04:28 Indigenous Rights and Union Advocacy
09:13 Enterprise Bargaining and Industrial Relations
17:09 Fact or Fiction: Employer Bargaining Rights
18:40 Long Service Leave and Other Entitlements
22:34 Modern Award System and Its Challenges
27:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Produced By The Podcast Boss
Popular Podcasts
24/7 News: The Latest
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.
The Charlie Kirk Show
Charlie is America's hardest working grassroots activist who has your inside scoop on the biggest news of the day and what's really going on behind the headlines. The founder of Turning Point USA and one of social media's most engaged personalities, Charlie is on the front lines of America’s culture war, mobilizing hundreds of thousands of students on over 3,500 college and high school campuses across the country, bringing you your daily dose of clarity in a sea of chaos all from his signature no-holds-barred, unapologetically conservative, freedom-loving point of view. You can also watch Charlie Kirk on Salem News Channel