Will Australia’s Modern Slavery Act be a missed opportunity?
By Fiona McGaugheyAn inside look at Australia’s path to introducing a Modern Slavery Act – what would this mean for Australians, and how does it compare to other nations?
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In a lucky country
By Laura KennyWe like to pay cheap prices at the supermarket, but do we care how our fresh produce got there?
A home among the peach trees
By Amy FeldtmannAmy Feldtmann writes on why welcoming refugees is strategically smart for Australians living in rural and regional areas.
‘I, Daniel Blake’ is an honest portrait of the British welfare system
By Rachael ImamKen Loach’s new film I, Daniel Blake reminds us that the so-called bludgers, cheaters and leaners of this world have their own stories that are worthy of our attention.
Discrimination report misses the mark on workforce change
By Veronica SheenA recent Inquiry has neglected core aspects of contemporary workforce change that enable discrimination in the workforce.
Brexit’s lessons for Australia
By Sayomi AriyawansaThe Brexit vote is a reminder that resurgent nationalism shouldn’t be dismissed as irrationality and simple racism alone.
Domestic workers in diplomatic bind
By Heather MooreAbuse and labour exploitation is occurring in the households of diplomatic and consular officials in Australia.
New Roots Project helps refugees settle in Australia
By Violet RoumeliotisThe New Roots project aims to help newly-arrived refugees achieve independence and reach their potential.
Universal basic income: securing living standards for all?
By Fatima MeashamIf work no longer provides income security, is universal basic income the answer to securing living standards? By Right Now columnist Fatima Measham.
200,000 New Zealanders live in Australia without a helping hand
By Paul HamerAt least 200,000 New Zealanders live in Australia without a social security safety net or direct pathway to citizenship.
Exploitation of workers in Australia’s cleaning industry
By Fatima MeashamRight Now columnist Fatima Measham explains why cleaners in Australia deserve better labour protection.
The dog in the dungeon – emergency services and trauma
By Martin McKenzie-MurrayExtraordinary professions can have extraordinary costs.