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Workers covered by union deals soars to record high

David Marin-Guzman

More workers than ever before are covered by collective agreements due to a surge in union deals that the Albanese government credits to its sweeping industrial relations changes.

Workplace Relations Minister Amanda Rishworth on Thursday welcomed the rise in coverage as “going in the right direction” but played down the chances of further industrial relations reforms as a way to boost productivity.

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David Marin-Guzman writes about industrial relations, workplace, policy and leadership from Sydney. Connect with David on Twitter. Email David at david.marin-guzman@afr.com

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