Queensland proposes stricter rules, risking bargaining power for 360,000 workers
Queensland's LNP government proposed stricter rules on public sector industrial action, going beyond previous regulations enacted during the Newman era. Union representatives warned the reforms could silence approximately 360,000 public servants, impacting their ability to negotiate pay and conditions. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie asserted the changes would realign the balance of power favorably for Queenslanders.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 05:26 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 05:30 UTC
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