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Every worker is entitled to be safe at work, but casual workers can fall through the cracks

  • Written by: Kantha Dayaram, Professor, School of Management, Curtin University
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On Monday, Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke flagged the government’s plan to legislate to enable casuals who work regular shifts to convert to permanent work.

The move, which has been criticised by business groups who said it would add to costs and red tape, is the latest step by the federal government, as promised during...

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