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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Michael Kaine, national secretary of the Transport Workers’ Union, reported that Uber had restored access to 53 workers after his organization intervened.
Australia’s unfair dismissal-style laws for gig economy workers trigger flood of appeals from Uber drivers
Australia· 2026-02-16
Michael Kaine, the TWU national secretary, highlighted the need for standards in the gig economy.
Australia’s local food delivery platform to shut after two decadesAustralia· 2025-11-12
TWU National Secretary Michael Kaine called for assurances from Air T regarding the future of regional Australia and worker protections.
Rex Airlines set to be bought by US company Air TAustralia· 2025-10-20
Michael Kaine, the national secretary of the TWU, expressed pride in winning the case against Qantas despite the odds.
Qantas to pay record fine of $58 million for pandemic sackings criticized by judge
United States· 2025-08-18
Michael Kaine is the national secretary of the Transport Workers' Union who applauded the court's decision.
Australie : la compagnie aérienne Qantas condamnée à payer 50 millions d’euros pour licenciements illégaux durant le Covid
France· 2025-08-18
Michael Kaine said the union had won a 'David and Goliath' battle against the odds.
Qantas fined $90m for illegally sacking ground staff as judge describes airline as ‘the wrong kind of sorry’ | Qantas
United Kingdom· 2025-08-18
Michael Kaine, the TWU secretary, described Qantas's decision to get rid of a 'loyal workforce' as 'appalling'.
Qantas to be hit by A$90m penalty over mass sacking during pandemic
New Zealand· 2025-08-18
TWU national secretary Michael Kaine called cabin crew 'aviation’s first responders'.
Alcohol, drugs and cramped spaces fuel rise in passenger misbehaviourAustralia· 2025-08-13
Michael Kaine, TWU national secretary, criticized Qantas for their late apology and emphasized the need for the penalty to reflect the human suffering caused.
‘Don’t play us for fools’Australia· 2025-05-19