Tools and resources to learn about how the IR laws affect you and you family, and what you can do to protect your rights at work.
The Liberals’ and Nationals’ IR laws have hurt working families
Download new flyers! If the Liberals and Nationals win the election they will think they can go even further! Stop even more extreme workplace laws
The Liberal and National Parties have lost touch with working families: Your families rights at work are at stake at this election
Did you know you can be sacked for no reason under the Howard Government’s unfair workplace laws?*: At this election choose the workplace laws you want for you and your family
Help get the message out there this election. For copies of flyers, call our Workers’ Hotline on: 1300 362 223
A Clear Choice – Factsheets on IR
For more information on your rights at work call 1300 362 223
Sitting Ducks
The IR laws have made millions of working families sitting ducks. Download Sitting Duck pamphlet.
One Year On
It is now 12 months since the Howard Government introduced its new IR laws:
Noticeboard posters! Download low resolution posters
The Federal Government’s IR laws and you - Download information flyers
Do you want to share Your Rights at Work posters and flyers with friends and families, at work or at community events? Call the ACTU Workers’ Hotline to find out how – 1300 362 223
Logos: Rights at work logos for t-shirts, posters, and postcards. Click here.
The facts about the IR laws and how they affect you and your family
Community Leaders Speak Out: read the statements made by leaders of the Australian Community on the impact of the IR laws on the Australian way of life and family values.
"What the Federal Government's IR Changes mean for you" - 2006 Rights at Work Powerpoint
This powerpoint presentation with speaker's notes outlines the effect of the New Industrial Relations Laws for ordinary Australians. Click here to download.
Dealing with WorkChoices: A Risk Management Resource for Unions
This resource booklet has been produced by the ACTU to help unions make informed decisions about undertaking activities under WorkChoices. The booklet outlines key areas of the legislation, which may attract penalties if breached, and procedures which need to be followed to avoid penalties or invalid actions. Click here.
Your Rights At Work Merchandise
Unions and community members can order a great range of Your Rights at Work merchandise to help promote the campaign. Choose from: polo shirts, women's tops, windcheaters, T shirts, caps, mugs, stubby holders and more, including the ever popular Howard Bites Your Rights at Work musk lollies. Click here.
Building Industry Taskforce
Find out more about the Howard Government's attack on Australian construction workers. Click here