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Australia’s harassment register fraught with risks to employers, innocent workers, and victims
04/08/2022
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Shani Alexander
Shani Alexander, Senior reporter

A register naming and shaming perpetrators of sexual harassment in Australia’s resources industry is gaining political traction after a cabinet minister endorsed the proposal. However, experts warn that the process risks violating natural justice and retraumatising victims, and could lead to extensive court battles.