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RLC in the Media: Citizen Journalism and Technology: Holding Police to Account

Advances in technology have enabled citizens with portable equipment to record and post incidents of police violence. These people are commonly referred to as citizen journalists. Faith Gordon and Hannah Klose report for Monash Lens

30 June 2020

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RLC in the Media: One in four international students earn less than half the minimum wage

More than three-quarters of international students earn below the minimum casual wage and one in four earns less than $12 an hour – less than half the minimum casual hourly rate. Anna Patty Reports for The Sydney Morning Herald

30 June 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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RLC in the Media: International student Andres tried to access his super but realised it had never been paid

SBS News hears from students who have not been able to access their superannuation payments made available by the government, speaking to RLC employment solicitor, Sharmilla Bargon. Catalina Florez reports for SBS News

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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Topics

RLC in the Media: Citizen Journalism and Technology: Holding Police to Account

RLC in the Media: One in four international students earn less than half the minimum wage

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

RLC in the Media: International student Andres tried to access his super but realised it had never been paid

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

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