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Nick Gibbs

Potential for gig economy shake-up in Qld

Queensland laws covering independent couriers could have implications for some delivery firms. (PR HANDOUT) (AAP)

Proposed changes to the working lives of Queensland couriers has sparked an argument about how best to regulate the gig economy, with security and flexibility front of mind.

The new laws aim to expand the jurisdiction of the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC) to set minimum entitlements and conditions for independent courier drivers and principal contractors.

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