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TASMANIAN INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION Industrial Relations Act 1984 National Union of Workers (Central Branch) Rubber Trades Award
Award variation - carers leave and reasonable hours clause - consent matter - application granted - award varied - operative date ffpp 17 March 2004 REASONS FOR DECISION [1] On 20 February 2004, an application was lodged by the National Union of Workers (Central Branch), pursuant to s.23 of the Industrial Relations Act 1984, to vary the Rubber Trades Award. [2] The application sought to insert a new Carer's Leave clause and a new Requirement to Work Reasonable Overtime clause. [3] A hearing commenced at the Commonwealth Law Courts, 39-41 Davey Street, Hobart on Wednesday 17 March 2004 at 9.30 am. [4] At the hearing Mr P Richardson appeared for the National Union of Workers (Central Branch). Mr P Gourlay appeared on behalf of the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Limited. [5] Mr Richardson and Mr Gourlay presented oral submissions in support of the application. [6] The award will be varied in the manner sought. The variations are consistent with the Wage Fixing Principles and the public interest requirements of the Act. [7] The order reflecting this decision, with an operative date of 17 March 2004, is attached.
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