There was evidence of a very modest acceleration of wage growth in late 2003. The workplace reform agenda slowed in 2003, with the federal government attempting to outlaw any apparent manifestations of union power, such as pattern bargaining and bargaining fees, through legislative reform. No real progress was made with respect to family friendly initiatives, which might challenge the managerial prerogative for determining hours and other conditions of employment.
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