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(084) Be On Alert! Union Handed a $50M Pay Day!
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In this episode of The HR Cartel Podcast, we break down one of the most talked-about industrial relations cases in recent history; the Qantas outsourcing saga that led to a staggering $90 million penalty, including a $50 million pay out to the Transport Workers Union.
We unpack what really happened behind the headlines:
- Why Qantas’ decision to outsource was technically legal and yet they still lost.
- How the reverse onus system empowered the TWU to pursue the case without concrete evidence.
- Why this judgment has supercharged incentives for unions and law firms to run high-stakes actions against employers.
- What this means for small and medium-sized businesses who may now face more aggressive claims.
- Practical takeaways for employers on outsourcing, redundancies, and protecting yourself against adverse action claims.
This isn’t just about Qantas. It’s about a seismic shift in the IR landscape that every Australian employer needs to understand. If you employ people, especially in a unionised environment, this episode could save you from costly mistakes.
Listen now and stay ahead of the game.
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