31 — It's good news! (feat. Cam Smith)

We take a break from doom and gloom to highlight some recent wins. Then we chat with broadcaster and conspiracy researcher Cam Smith about the sovereign citizens and far-right cranks at a Bunnings near you.   Corona watch

• The coronavirus infection rate in Victoria was reduced by the Stage 3 restrictions from 1.75 to 1.16, preventing at least 18.5k infections.
• For a lot of people, the lockdown has improved mental health.
• Former Liberal MP Concetta Fierravanti-Wells has blasted Tony Abbot for his gutting of the aged care system.
• Under Bronwyn Bishop’s watch, people in aged care were bathed in kerosene.
• Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has refused to cooperate with investigations to into the Ruby Princess fiasco.

Solidarity forever

• The University of Melbourne is paying back millions in stolen wages.
• The workers in the Woolworths distribution center in Wyong have won a huge pay rise and additional safety procedures.
• The workers at a liquor distribution center in are striking for a safer work environment.
• The Spotless Laundry in Dandenong is being shut down after workers walked out over unsafe working conditions.
• The Australian Unemployed Worker’s Union is striking against “mutual obligations”.
• Read the AUWU’s strike demands and guidance here.

Cam Smith chats Qaren

• Bunnings Qaren doesn’t believe in masks.
• Follow Cam Smith on twitter.
• Listen to the Hypothetical Institute podcast.
• Check out the Gather Around Me podcast
• Hear Yeah Nah Pasaran! on 3CR
• Catch Cam spinning tunes on Gippsland FM

Actions

• Join a union. ACTU can help you find which you belong to.
• Support the AUWU and UWU.
• Listen to No Turning Back.