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Motivations for the Introduction of Australian Workplace Agreements

Kristin van Barneveld ACIRRT, University of Sydney
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Ross Nassif Furnishing Industry Association of Australia
Pages 21-37 | Published online: 10 Apr 2013

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Legislation

  • Workplace Relations and Other Legislation Amendment BUI 1996 23rd May.
  • Workplace Relations Act 1996 (Cth)

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