Original article by Josh Taylor, Josh Butler
The Guardian Australia – Page: Online : 10-Jul-24

Ride-sharing pioneer Uber says the decision to reduce its fares in Australia from 7 August is due to the current economic environment and local market conditions. However, some Uber drivers contend that the move is in response to the federal government’s Closing Loopholes industrial relations reforms, which take effect from 26 August. Brisbane-based Uber driver Shane Millsom is amongst those who believe that the company is acting to lock in new rates before the Fair Work Commission is given powers to set minimum pay and conditions for gig economy workers. He says Uber drivers are already facing cost-of-living pressures, including the rising price of petrol, insurance and car registration.

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