Steve Dargavel

Steve Dargavel

politician Australia

Steve Dargavel is the Labour Licensing Commissioner in Victoria, Australia, known for his role in investigating labour hire practices and advocating for workers' rights. He has recently been in the news for his allegations against Coles, claiming that the supermarket giant entered into a corrupt contract with MA Services, a security firm accused of exploiting workers. Dargavel's investigations suggest that Coles was aware of the systemic underpayment of security guards and the firm's connections to tax evasion and other misconduct, prompting calls for accountability.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
83,743
Power
4,532$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 2 7.00 0.33% +0% 25,499,884 83,743 $1,380,000 4,532$
Totals 2 25,499,884 83,743 $1,380,000 4,532$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Steve Dargavel accused Coles of entering into its deal knowing MA was rotten and that the workers guarding its stores would be exploited. 8

The Sydney Morning Herald: Coles under fire for $50 million contract with labour hire firm that exploited workers