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NSW Government announces COVID-19 support package for migrants and temporary visa holders

The NSW Government has announced $4 million dollars in funding to support migrant workers and temporary visa holders in NSW impacted by COVID-19.

15 July 2020

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Domestic violence escalates during COVID-19

Almost one in 10 Australian women in a relationship have experienced domestic violence during the coronavirus crisis, new research reveals.

15 July 2020

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Covid Impact Survey: Voicing temporary migrants’ experiences in Australia during COVID-19

Academics at UNSW and UTS are conducting a national survey about the wellbeing of temporary migrants in Australia during COVID-19.

29 June 2020

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International Students and Wage Theft in Australia report highlights 'rampant' and sustained level of exploitation

Despite commitments to improve conditions, international students are still subject to wage theft and poor employment conditions, a new report finds.

29 June 2020

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Strip searched at a festival: Becca's story

Redfern Legal Centre has joined forces with law firm Slater and Gordon, calling on people to register their interest in a class actions against NSW Police concerning its use of invasive searches, including strip searches.

25 June 2020

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Free legal advice for people in NSW with COVID-19 fines

People in NSW who have received a COVID-19 on-the-spot fine can contact RLC for free legal advice.

24 June 2020

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Fair Work Commission announces 1.75% increase to minimum wages

The Fair Work Commission has announced a 1.75% increase to minimum wages following its 2020 Annual Wage Review.

23 June 2020

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NSW Government announces temporary crisis accommodation and other supports for international students facing hardship

International students in NSW can now apply for temporary crisis accommodation funded by the NSW Government in partnership with quality student accommodation and homestay providers.

22 June 2020

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Class actions investigation seeks to hold NSW Police to account for unlawful strip searches

In June 2020, RLC and Slater and Gordon announced an investigation into class action claims against NSW Police concerning the use of invasive and unlawful strip searches.

20 June 2020

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RLC endorses Renting and Coronavirus Statement

RLC stands with Tenants' Union of NSW and 70+ other housing and community organisations and housing researchers calling on National Cabinet to support renters stay in their homes and out of debt during the COVID-19 crisis.

18 June 2020

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NSW Government announces COVID-19 support package for migrants and temporary visa holders

Domestic violence escalates during COVID-19

Covid Impact Survey: Voicing temporary migrants’ experiences in Australia during COVID-19

International Students and Wage Theft in Australia report highlights 'rampant' and sustained level of exploitation

Strip searched at a festival: Becca's story

Free legal advice for people in NSW with COVID-19 fines

Fair Work Commission announces 1.75% increase to minimum wages

NSW Government announces temporary crisis accommodation and other supports for international students facing hardship

Class actions investigation seeks to hold NSW Police to account for unlawful strip searches

RLC endorses Renting and Coronavirus Statement

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