July 2013

10
Jul

Delays and money troubles hit NBN roll out

Video from ABC’s 7:30 can be watched here: http://www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2013/s3799533.htm Australian Broadcasting Corporation Broadcast: 09/07/2013 Reporter: Greg Hoy How will underperforming and financially troubled contractors as well as complaints of inadequate pay to others affect the rollout of Australia’s biggest infrastructure project, the National Broadband Network. Transcript LEIGH SALES, PRESENTER: Sticking with politics, the Federal Government has long spruiked its National Broadband

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5
Jul

Members say YES: Resounding endorsement for EBA8 despite vigorous smear campaign

Australia Post workers have strongly endorsed a new EBA8 that promotes full-time employment and protects important workplace conditions and entitlements as we face tough economic times within Australia Post and the industry generally. The results of the EBA8 ballot, undertaken by the Australian Electoral Commission are as follows: NSW Votes returned: 6777   Yes vote: 90.12% ACT Votes returned: 340   Yes vote: 93.84% VIC Votes

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