Holgate says she regrets that decision to give watches ‘caused so much debate’; Deb Frecklington quits as Queensland LNP leader; country’s acting medical chief warns ‘we haven’t beaten’ coronavirus
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6.01am GMT
The union representing postal workers has warned that Christine Holgate’s resignation as Australia Post chief executive won’t fix “serious, systemic issues with management” at the organisation.
In a statement, Communication Workers Union national secretary Greg Rayner said Australia Post’s workforce has been “dismayed” at recent management moves that have included underemployment and reducing daily deliveries.
There’s something seriously wrong when management thinks nothing of splashing out on Cartier luxury watches but delivers only cut backs and service cuts for the rest of us,
The resignation of Christine Holgate won’t stop the rot at Post.
5.41am GMT
Australia’s seafood export industry says delayed consignments of lobster are starting to clear customs in China – a development it describes as a positive sign.
The delays had fuelled fears that seafood could be the next Australian industry sector affected by trade tensions with China.
There are positive signs today with the Chinese authorities undertaking additional testing over the weekend and confirmation that delayed consignments are starting to clear customs.
We are proud to send the best quality seafood for our friends in China to enjoy special occasions with their families. We remain confident that this will continue, underpinned by the Australian rock lobster industry’s reputation as a global leader in quality, reliability and food safety.
