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A decision by a union representing local council workers to ally itself with notoriously militant construction union the CFMEU is causing fear among ratepayers about strikes, wages and rates.
"Institutionalised" underpayment of social services workers is rife, according to a new report, with many staff not knowing how much they should be getting paid.
Challenges faced by City of Ballarat staff, including low wages and industrial action. Learn about the push for fair wage increases and the impact on workers.