BRQ News & Events
Recent News
Continuing the fight for stronger anti-discrimination laws
Queensland’s Anti-Discrimination Act was set for its most significant overhaul in 30 years, with vital reforms due to take effect on 1 July 2025. These changes were designed to modernise legal protections, expand safeguards for vulnerable communities, and introduce a positive duty requiring organisations to actively prevent discrimination, harassment, and vilification. Now, these reforms have … Read More
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BRQ welcomes financial help for people and families in cyclone-affected communities
BRQ has welcomed Government announcements regarding financial assistance for individuals and families impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
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Justice for workplace sexual violence victims: Are we there yet?
The Australian Law Reform Commission has released its final report on justice responses to sexual violence, marking a critical step in addressing the barriers that victim-survivors face in seeking justice.
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Strengthening protections for workers , service users and customers
Imagine working in a public-facing role where every day brings the risk of verbal abuse, threats, or even physical harm. For many workers, it’s a reality
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The Future of Work
The Australian Parliament has just released its report, The Future of Work, on the rapid development and uptake of automated decision making and machine learning techniques in the workplace.
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WWQ looking forward to contributing to national research project BRIDGES AT WORK
WWQ is proud to be a key partner in a groundbreaking national research project designed to cultivate systemic safety and inclusion in workplaces, ultimately preventing sexual harassment before it occurs.
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Newstart is not working.
$40 per day is too low to give people the support they need to get through tough times and into suitable, paid work.
Join the campaign to Raise the Rate and get Newstart working.
Say No To Cashless Welfare
So-called “cashless welfare” is an attack on the rights and dignity of all unemployed people.
Join in resisting this legislation.