Michael Kaine
Michael Kaine is the National Secretary of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), advocating for the rights and interests of transport workers in Australia. He has recently been vocal in the media regarding the TWU's push for significant penalties against Qantas for its treatment of workers during the pandemic, emphasizing the human suffering caused by the airline's decisions.
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Australia:
Michael Kaine, the TWU national secretary, highlighted the need for standards in the gig economy.
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Australia:
TWU National Secretary Michael Kaine called for assurances from Air T regarding the future of regional Australia and worker protections.
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United States:
Michael Kaine, the national secretary of the TWU, expressed pride in winning the case against Qantas despite the odds.
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France:
Michael Kaine is the national secretary of the Transport Workers' Union who applauded the court's decision.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Kaine said the union had won a 'David and Goliath' battle against the odds.
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New Zealand:
Michael Kaine, the TWU secretary, described Qantas's decision to get rid of a 'loyal workforce' as 'appalling'.
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Australia:
TWU national secretary Michael Kaine called cabin crew 'aviation’s first responders'.
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Australia:
Michael Kaine, TWU national secretary, criticized Qantas for their late apology and emphasized the need for the penalty to reflect the human suffering caused.
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