Pauline Hanson says businesses 'can't sack' lazy workers. What's the reality?
Pauline Hanson claimed at the National Press Club on Wednesday that businesses are unable to dismiss lazy workers due to industrial relations laws. While some business leaders disputed her assertion, HR representatives noted that many employers feel overwhelmed by performance management issues. Experts emphasized that existing laws do permit dismissals if proper procedures are followed.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 04:29 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 04:40 UTC
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