Industrial Relations

Paul Fennelly - 00:06:38

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Paul Fennelly
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00:06:38

Paul Fennelly talks about gaining access to the different levels of government as a spokesperson on behalf of various industries. He mentions some of the Queensland government figures that he found attentive to his representations. He compares these activities to his experiences while working for AI Group in Victoria and the different industrial environment in that state.

Paul Fennelly - 00:02:34

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Paul Fennelly
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00:02:34

Paul Fennelly explains the industries and sectors that make up the AI Group in different states. He notes that in Queensland the manufacturing industry members were mainly from the traditional agriculture and mining sectors. He also outlines his role representing those industries as a Director of the AI Group.

Paul Fennelly - 00:00:00

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Paul Fennelly
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00:00:00

Paul Fennelly talks about his upbringing in Brisbane and his university studies in politics, law and industrial relations. He speaks of beginning his working career as a trainee Industrial Officer with the Metal Trades Industry Association in Queensland, before moving to senior roles in different state offices of the Australian Industry Group (AI Group). He notes his current executive role with the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA).

Grace Grace - 00:09:34

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Grace Grace
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00:09:34

Grace Grace recalls the union positions she has held throughout her career.

Grace Grace - 00:05:00

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Grace Grace
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00:05:00

Grace Grace discusses how she became an advisor to Gary Johns in the Keating government.

Matt Foley - 01:07:30

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Matt Foley
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01:07:30

Matt Foley discusses the role of evidence and argument in advancing the priorities of the department. He describes some of the reforms needed within the sector. 

Matt Foley - 00:59:42

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Matt Foley
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00:59:42

Matt Foley speaks further on industrial relations, the introduction of Enterprise Bargaining and the role of employee groups. He discusses the training and employment aspects of his portfolio.

Matt Foley - 00:49:52

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Matt Foley
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00:49:52

Matt Foley discusses his appointment as Minister of Employment, Training and Industrial Relations. 

Darryl Noack - 01:01:08

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Darryl Noack
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01:01:08

Darryl Noack discusses how the Newman Government's changes to the Industrial Relations Act have impacted on workers. He comments on the historic role of the Labor Party in assisting workers.

Darryl Noack - 00:59:52

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Darryl Noack
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00:59:52

Darryl Noack discusses the connection between the power of those in political office and the laws that affect workers lives, as well as the limitations placed on unions by the Howard Government.

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