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Julz - SA 5153
3/12/09 22:01
We'll be there again to support you on the 18 December Ark - and will continue to do so until such times as these laws are torn up.
Gordon - VIC 3054
3/12/09 15:40
The unions are behind you.
Tim - NSW 2034
3/12/09 13:40
On ya, Ark
Steven - QLD 4061
30/11/09 12:35
"A workers rights have again been denied, a fair and speedy trial. I'm sick of all the talk it's about time the working class of Australia got up off their arse and TOOK what is rightfully their's. To quote MLK “Our nettlesome task is to discover how to organize our strength into compelling power”."
Suzanne - SA 5019
26/11/09 0:05
Bad things happen when good men and women do nothing ... good on you Ark with solidarity
Eureka - NSW 2222
15/11/09 18:21
"Thanks mate. Standing up for yourself, is standing up for us all. One law for ALL."
Leon - VIC 3015
15/11/09 13:11
"i totally support all workers rights , for saftey, union representation.without prejudice .yours in unity MUA member .good wishes comrades. Leon Van Den Oever. PS. im also a saftey rep for unions.MUA"
Peter - QLD 4030
15/11/09 9:56
Stay strong brother. We will support you. Australia is by your side.
charles - VIC 3228
14/11/09 20:30
Do the right thing Rudd scrap howards unjust laws
Anna - SA 5052
14/11/09 17:45
"Ark, Stand firm in the knowledge that your work mates. union and general public are right behind you in this one. Thank you for your strength in this matter."
Chris - WA 6988
14/11/09 12:19
"There is No Justice ..... JUST US ....."
Michael - NSW 2505
14/11/09 6:39
"Ark, Hope your well mate. My name is Michael Cross i am an Intergrated Rating working in the shipping industry and proud member of the MUA. I was made aware of your struggle through the union and just wanted to say g'day and let you know that you have the full support of all the members on board. Our delegate has sent a letter to K. Rudd calling for the total abolishment of the ABCC. Stay strong Ark as i have no doubt the working class of this country will stay strong with you. In Unity, Michael Cross"
Marco - NSW 2011
12/11/09 19:02
"Good on you, Ark! One law for all, don't jail Ark! Shame on this unjust law"
Peter - QLD 4870
12/11/09 14:05
It was a great moment to come upon the Rally outside Adelaide Courthouse whilst on a visit to the city and join with other supporters calling for the abolition of ABCC. Stand fast Comrades : Peter and Janet Hughes, Cairns
Harry - NSW 2303
11/11/09 18:07
Keep up the fight Ark. The left movement is behind you.
Brett - VIC 3182
10/11/09 12:24
Never let the bastards bring you down
David - VIC 3197
8/11/09 22:35
"Dear Ark, Well the so called prosecution has made you wait again!Keep your spirits up.This campaign against you is unjust.Stick to your guns.Your family must be so proud of you.You inspire others to support you just by being yourself.For every letter to you there are many that are supporting you. The ABCC will be a fly spot on the curtain of History and they may get jobs at ticket inpectors only if they join the union! Best wishes to you."
Suzanne - NSW 2047
8/11/09 21:18
Thanks for taking a stand. Australia needs people like you.
warwick - NSW 2534
7/11/09 13:56
You will win your fight against the efforts to establish facism in this country. People everywhere are now realising that they can no longer remain silent and not fight for a new order of the general welfare and a better humane society.
Michael - NSW 2218
7/11/09 12:34
"Ark There are many people in the community who support you. My Branch of the ALP has consistently called for the abolition of the ABCC to prevent the injustice that is beeing done to you and other construction workers."
Paolo - SA 5010
7/11/09 0:32
Solidarity by CARC Party Italy
sam - QLD 4271
6/11/09 22:03
This crap is un Australian. Lets hope Ark Tribe name will go down in history for right reason.
Lou - VIC 3068
6/11/09 20:08
Good Luck mate!
mr rex - QLD 4650
6/11/09 18:06
comrade ark,hang in there mate,being an EX COALMINER for 32years i know how you must be feeling.dont let them get to you,as scare tacticts is there only way to get to people.i know from previous experiences.i was threatened by management for getting people coming on site to join a union.but to no avail,we stood strong.beat them.again ark all will go well for you as common sense will prevail.yours in unity==rex oliver=ex amwu deligate=
Pierre - SA 5063
6/11/09 12:46
You may well lead the way to fairer and more equal industrial law, Ark. Please be reassured you have thousands of workers, employees, brothers and sisters behind you. You are creating history.
Ross - NSW 2830
6/11/09 11:13
Stand up to these mongrels. This would not happen in a democracy. Now dragged on to 18 Dec? Justice delayed is justice denied. We should all be on strike over this, and when the ACTU calls a strike I will gladly strike.
Lucy - NSW 2145
5/11/09 22:25
You have been in our thoughts and prayers all along. We back your campaign without reservations.
samir - NSW 2176
5/11/09 21:56
you will never be alone Mate
Wayne - NSW 2200
5/11/09 20:52
Hang in there best you can Ark, be assured that there are many many people watching what they do to you, it's nothing but a disgrace that you are being put through this ordeal, hope sincerely all this will soon be behind you, you are in our thoughts.
russell - NSW 2759
5/11/09 20:32
Hi Brother,I am proud of the way that you are presenting your committment as a unionist to show all of this counries workers what true unionists stand for.We can be victimised in our workplaces but we cannot be stopped from standing up for the rights of our fellow workers and unionists.It is obvious that Labor is not the true party that we once admired and is now being called the Laboral Party for obvious reasons.What Rudd and Gillard must understand is that we will only tolerate so much disloyalty before we will take action.We are true AUSTRALIANS and true UNION MEMBERS and most of all proud blue collar workers and if Kev and his girl don't fix this we can just as easily vote them back in to the wilderness where they came from.We may as well get screwed by the Liberals rather than the ones that we trusted and put there. STAY STRONG AND WE WILL PREVAIL.
amador - NSW 2036
5/11/09 16:00
"Dear Ark, stand tall.you are not alone. the workers united,will never be defeated! long live international solidarity!"
Sandra - QLD 4216
5/11/09 15:12
One law for all
lauren - NSW 2234
5/11/09 15:06
"""Ark will be dragged before the courts yet again on December 18 because the prosecution were not ready."" This is appalling! Right before Christmas and all because the prosecution WERE NOT READY. Enough is enough, end this witch hunt now Prime Minister Rudd. regards from Lauren Pearce, soon to be ex-Labor supporter. I think I'll go Green"
Charles, Joseph - NSW 2000
5/11/09 14:03
Wishing you every bit of good luck in your efforts against these draconian laws, which should never have seeen the light of day in a fair society which we pride ourselves of living in. Will be thinking of you on the day, remember brother you are not alone. CJO.
Neville - SA 5047
5/11/09 13:13
Hi Ark. I met you at the ACTU conference. I work for the Public Service Association in South Australia and have been following your case with much interest. I will be there on the 18th to support you.
Andrew (Andy) - SA 5035
5/11/09 10:09
"Many workers around the country are watching your case with great interest because your courageous stand is about workers' basic human rights to work in a healthy and safe environment. As the ABCC tries to bully you and fellow construction workers into not organising over this crucial issue, the Gillard-Rudd government is embarked on watering down our OHS&W laws in Australia. The struggle to resist this move by the pseudo Rudd Labor government must be resisted as we fight to remove the ABCC. In 2007, the ACTU published a Charter of Workers OH&S Rights. This is based on the UN Charter of Human Rights, but is widened to include the important principles of best practice OH&S & Workers' Comp & Rehabilitation laws that are needed to achieve the basic human right for workers to be healthy and safe at work. It is important that all rallies to support you demand that our political leaders commit to this Charter and ensure that our national OH&S laws are very strong and not weak as could be the case. All progressive workers and Australian citizens are with you, Ark, as they keep dragging you into court hearing after court hearing. See you in December outside the Adelaide Magistrates' Court. A la lucha continua! Venceremos! Andy Alcock former union OH&S officer & human rights activist"
Diane H - NSW 2018
5/11/09 9:28
Solidarity forever
james - VIC 3462
5/11/09 9:19
"Mate, stand tall and stand proud!! ""Touch one, touch all"" Yours in Union, James!!"
Neville - NSW 2324
5/11/09 8:46
"Ark Well done, It will happen eventually best of luck Regards Nifty"
Garry - QLD 4552
5/11/09 8:42
"Rules are not necessarily sacred, principles are. Power to you Ark !"
stafford - VIC 3300
5/11/09 8:41
"Hi Ark, glad to hear you didnt suffer any more than the stupidity of the prosecution not being ready! We will be right behind you in december. best wishes, Stafford CPSU delegate for Southern Grampians."
Frank - NSW 2720
5/11/09 8:38
"Cheers mate, stand up for what common sense says is the right thing. Our family is right behind you, out here in a little town called Adelong, NSW. You didn't ask for this, but the stupidity of a politician's agenda has come face to face with common sense and hopefully, common sense will win the day."
Eddie - QLD 4123
5/11/09 2:48
"Dear Ark, This discriminatory law is now firmly in the consciousness of most Australians and given the success of the Rights at Work Campaign your case will be thrown out either by the courts or the Senate"
mark - WA 6108
5/11/09 2:06
On the 30th 6 hundred Perth unionist gathered at a hastily called rally in support of your brave struggle against these nazi type laws that belong in the bin along with their authors.Many more will join you and come out onto the streets if they dare jail you Ark.My thoughts are with you and your family.Mark H LHMU delegate Royal Perth Hospital
jason - VIC 3194
4/11/09 23:56
ark this b/s cant go on much longer hang in their mate
cuong - NSW 2200
4/11/09 22:02
"Good luck Ark, you will get fair deal for all cuong nguyen"
Bob - QLD 4078
4/11/09 21:28
"Ark, and your incredibly inspiring family. It is a brutal fact that you are being played with by the ABCC and the federal labor government. How you are coping with this constant back and forth with this star chamber stazi and the judicial puppets is beyond me mate. You're all ofeten in my thoughts as I go about my work free of these despicable laws and the travesty that has been set upon you. Not because you, Ark, your wife or the rug rats did one damm thing wrong. It's happening because you have, all of you have principles, values and a preparedness to stand a line. It must feel... I've no bloddy idea, but its inspirational. Evil prevails where good men do nothing, but you're a family of good people prepared to endure this because it is evil, these laws and the sniveling whimps who wont stand up along side you and say ""one law for all"". If its soooo right what these laws impose, then apply them to us all, every other man, woman and child that was becoming proud to be Autsralian again with a labor government. Now we're becoming proud to stand beside one courageous family. Thankyou for helping thousands understand that these laws aren't Australia. The courage and tenacity, the principle and values, and the determination you hold out to us every day. Thats Australian. Be well and find the sunshine in our lives, together."
Robert - VIC 3220
4/11/09 20:52
Never give in Ark to these opprssive and unjust laws!
Perry - VIC 3171
4/11/09 20:47
"Stand tall, stand proud and stay strong! These are unjust laws set up to benifit scab companies. You have done nothing wrong, it is they who are in the wrong. These are not the dark ages- ONE LAW FOR ALL, KEVIN CRUDD YOU GRUB!!!!! ETU MEMBER-MELBOURNE"
Maxine - TAS 7011
4/11/09 20:13
"I'm retired but still a proud member of my union. Our society has its flaws but its strengths have grown from the strength of its union movement. As an older person I am ashamed that the ABCC exists in my country and that you are facing a sentence as a consequence of such an organisation that belongs to a dictatorship. Yours truly Maxine Barry"
Dian - NSW 2210
4/11/09 19:25
"Hi Ark, I'm in Sydney, with the LHMU, we are all watching and waiting - just like you are. We are totally behind you Ark, you aren't on your own. Hang in there Di Ritchie"
Sanna - WA 6163
4/11/09 18:21
Well done Ark, for standing up to injustice. We voted Workchoices out because it is unfair and unjust workplace policy and legislation. All unfair workplace policy and legislation needs to be removed, this includes the ABCC. It is brave people like you that will make Australian workers safer and help bring back the power to our unions that has been stripped away by our decrepit government cronyism! Good luck, we are behind you here in Perth!
nick - WA 6059
4/11/09 18:18
Rudd was elected on the back of Johnnie's WorkChoice and yet the Gillard legislation is worse than WorkChoice - did we elect a Labor Government or just another shade of an employer directed government?
Steve - QLD 4001
4/11/09 17:25
My whole hearted support for your cause and may the courts see the our worker's claim for a rightful cause.
Helen - NSW 2574
4/11/09 17:01
"Ark, Keep your chin up. The support of thousands is with you. Their thoughts and prays will keep you going."
Charlotte - QLD 4618
4/11/09 1:16
Rally the call for our rights, March for the Ark on site
Frank - NSW 2261
2/11/09 7:28
When is greed going to be a thing of the past? I thought all men were created equal. Apparently the rich get richer and the workers get the shits! Time to become equals!
Russell - NSW 2148
1/11/09 22:30
Sorry its a bit late but you have my support whatever the outcome
Owen - QLD 4019
1/11/09 9:22
I am shocked and extremely angry to learn that this (so called) Labor government (which I supported at the last election) has failed to remove this most discriminatory and unfair industrial law. I have nothing but admiration for your stand and support it to the fullest extent. In the event of your being punished, I believe all employees should bring the place to a shuddering halt! Perhaps those in other spheres fail to realise that what applies now only to one industry could quite easily be extended to others at the whim of this mob!
Richard - NT 861
1/11/09 7:37
"one law for all EQUAL RIGHTS,EQUAL WAGES, Ampilatwatja protest camp against NT intervention are with you our brothers."
Marco - NSW 2011
1/11/09 1:00
"I've only learned of your case today (31-10-09), but I would like to help. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. In any case, good luck amigo/mate Marco"
joshua - WA 6225
31/10/09 10:04
behind you all the way ark
brian - NSW 2232
31/10/09 9:25
hands off ark. fair laws for ALL australian workers.
Robert - QLD 4753
31/10/09 0:56
A bit late, but I just wish to express my support for you Ark. It is disgraceful that the Labor Party haven't yet managed to claw back Johnny Howard's disgusting Industrial Relations laws most hardest felt by building and construction workers. One law for all!!!
joyce - VIC 3888
30/10/09 21:36
good luck ARK i am shouting for you
rex - QLD 4650
30/10/09 21:26
ARK,SHOULDER TO SHOULDER THIS FIGHT MUST BE WON.ALL OF THE UNION MOVEMENT SHOULD HAVE A NATIONAL DAY OF PROTEST.
Anthony - NSW 2902
30/10/09 20:49
"It is past time to get rid of Howard's Copy of the GESTAPO. Howard belong in the Taussaud Wax Museum beween Hitler and Stalin for creating the ABCC."
Wayne - QLD 4078
30/10/09 18:38
"Hey bloke, Good luck in court, dont take any shit from them upper crust shitheads. Regards Wayne"
derek - VIC 3840
30/10/09 18:13
STAND STRONG WE ARE ALL BEHIND YOU
Kim Giam - VIC 3173
30/10/09 18:06
"Dear Ark, BE TRONG! BE STRONG! YOU'VE DONE NOTHING WRONG! Cheers,"
Mick - QLD 4615
30/10/09 17:39
Good luck boss , hopefuly the Judge is on your side .
John - NSW 2147
30/10/09 17:09
Good luck arkie !
Pauline - NSW 2046
30/10/09 16:52
The Labor Government should not be making you a martyr by persisting with this unjust law. Good on you for taking up the fight!
Jennifer - NSW 2761
30/10/09 16:44
Having laws that apply only to one group of workers is discrimination. Also, even terrorists and murderers have the right to legal representation and the right to refuse to answer questions. Why does this section of the community have less rights than terrorists and murderers? The ABCC is discriminatory, unjust and wrong.
Shane - QLD 4744
30/10/09 15:50
"Brother, If the rest of the C.F.M.E.U had the balls that you have maybe we would have the whip hand again. And we could get back to the militant union movement we once were. All the best comrade. Our thoughts are with you. Shane & Theresa Hutchinson"
Douglas - NSW 2151
30/10/09 15:31
Why is it one has more rights as a terrorism suspect than a building worker's workplace delegate?
Richard - NSW 2038
30/10/09 14:50
We're with you
Greg - NSW 2050
30/10/09 14:25
"Ark, Congratulations for standing up for your rights. The ACCC must go and all workers rights must be guaranteed by the Rudd government."
Tola - NT 855
30/10/09 13:41
We all need freedom of association and Speech. As such, Ark shall be given full freedom and free from any court charge.
Kathy - NSW 2233
30/10/09 13:38
"Ark, Good luck, I am in full support of you. Hope this makes them change the laws. Kathy"
Paul - QLD 4341
30/10/09 13:18
Keep up the struggle mate,you are an inspiration to the next generation of Aussie workers,and ultimately they are the ones who will benefit from your principled stance-Paul Williams-MUA rank and file.
jackie - QLD 4061
30/10/09 13:14
"just got out of hospital this morning so i cant attend the rally in brisbane but i know the feeling amongst my fellow workers and know it will be a good strong and very vocal rally in your favour jackie o ' hara cfmeu delegate"
jackie - QLD 4061
30/10/09 13:09
"we are all behind you ark , dont let the b******s grind you down im a cfmeu delegate and know what this means to our fight against the abcc cheers jackie"
William - NSW 2602
30/10/09 13:05
"Ark, the movement is behind you. You should not be prosecuted for doing the only moral and safe thing. The law needs to be changed ASAP- Hang in there mate!"
Lynda - NSW 2518
30/10/09 12:55
I am only one of thousands standing behind you. Although I can't be in Sydney in person I will be there in spirit.
Diana - TAS 7304
30/10/09 12:42
Great to know there are still some TALL POPPIES out there...
BILL - NSW 2810
30/10/09 12:13
"I AM FULLY AWARE OF THE SITUATION.. YOU HAVE MY FULL SUPPORT.. BILL..."
Cindra - NSW 2015
30/10/09 12:09
"Hey Ark from the girls in the office of the NSW PLUMBERS UNION be strong were behind ya ""dont put Ark in the dark"" from cindra and jess NSW PLUMBERS UNION"
Michael - WA 6050
30/10/09 12:07
Ark, the laws are total BS and have no place in a democracy. I admire and support your stand, Michael
BILL - NSW 2810
30/10/09 12:07
"I AM FULLY AWARE OF THE SITUATION.. YOU HAVE MY FULL SUPPORT.. BILL..."
Mia - VIC 3266
30/10/09 11:52
Well done Ark. we all look up to you for your selfless stand.
Virginia - VIC 3689
30/10/09 11:51
"Thanks Ark for standing up for all of us. We are with you all the way. Virginia Mansel Lees President La Trobe University Branch of the National Tertiary Education Union"
Virginia - VIC 3689
30/10/09 11:49
The North East & Border Trades & Labour Council wishes you well and wants you to know that we are all behind you. Good luck - Virginia Mansel Lees President
Alan - VIC 3016
30/10/09 11:45
"G'day Ark mate keep up your courages struggle for your democratic rights, and the rights of all Union men and women who believe there should be one law for all. I attended the rally in Melbourne this morning along with my fellow MUA members. It was heartening to see and hear the support expressed from a broad range of unionist's and community activist's at the rally. The chant went up ""Ark Tribe Here To Stay"" and it was loud and strong. In solidarity Alan."
Liz - VIC 3054
30/10/09 11:43
You are not alone . For every message you receive there are ten people who support you who don't contact you.
Tom - WA 6148
30/10/09 11:40
If this abuse of power by the Australian Building and Construction Commission is allowed to continue all Australians are potential inhabitants of "the Big House". This type of power belongs back in Stalinist Russia. We wish you every success in your fight against this extremist organisation.
Lisa - QLD 4051
30/10/09 11:26
Thanks for standing up for us all.
Kevin - NSW 2230
30/10/09 11:25
Keep up the fight, Ark. As you know, you are the test case, biut that does not make things any easier for you. Thank you for being the person in the 'firing line'. We all need to stand up in support of you.
Priscilla - WA 6162
30/10/09 11:22
One law for all workers. Don't demonise some. Go Ark!
Barry - VIC 3135
30/10/09 11:21
Best wishes on the day, and I trust that every worker understands the importance of victory in matters of this kind.
Michelle - QLD 4154
30/10/09 11:18
Good on you Ark, for standing up for your rights ... our rights!! Its only a job at the end of the day and your safety/life is more important than their bureaucratic BS. Your fight is for all us little guys/gals ... so Thank You!!! My support is behind you 100%
audrey - NSW 2485
30/10/09 11:15
"what a waste of time bothering with all this..... whilst the world waits for great leaders to show their heads... good luck we are rooting for you."
craig - NSW 2518
30/10/09 10:58
kick ass ark!i cant believe what they are tryin to do to you!
Neil - NSW 2044
30/10/09 10:57
Good Luck Mate.
David - NSW 2077
30/10/09 10:55
"Therefore notwithstanding the Lawes of Nature, ... if there be no Power erected, or not great enough for our security; every man will, and may lawfully rely on his own strength and art, for caution against all other men."
Theo - NSW 2140
30/10/09 10:29
The ABCC is a draconian instrument that this present governement said it would get rid of. Ark is bearing the burden of challenging the powers of this commision and is doing so for all workers rights and such deserves our utmost support.
Linda - QLD 4001
30/10/09 10:29
Thanks for having the courage to stand up for all workers.We support you all the way.
jennifer - NSW 2350
30/10/09 10:26
another australian supporting you against this appalling discriminatory law. all the best in court. may the judiciary use its discretion for justice
Narelle - NSW 2444
30/10/09 10:19
For SHAME ABCC ..... protect workers rights, protect workers safety!
Debra - SA 5034
30/10/09 10:06
All of us here at SA UNIONS not only support you but will continue to rally around and for you and others like you Ark. What a terrible dark day it will be for Australian workers and supporters if you are charged and sentenced today SHAME ON YOU OUR LABOR GOVERNMENT, dont you think our tax payers dollars could be better spent within our justice system on actually convicting criminals SAFETY FIRST ALWAYS!!!!! CHEERS Deb
Vivienne - QLD 4121
30/10/09 10:05
"To Ark. The workers united will never be defeated. The polies must be challenged because they dont care. Yours in Union Vivienne"
Ross - NSW 2830
30/10/09 10:05
Don't let the bastards grind you down. Stand proud and tell this arm of dictatorship that you have done nothing wrong. And I will gladly strike for you if these nazis even think about locking you up, fining you or even finding you guilty. Stand proud!
john - TAS 7008
30/10/09 10:03
"Workers Rights have been set back 100 Years. Ark thanks thanks for taking a stand for the workers of Australia. Good luck in Court today. It will be a sorry day for us all if the court goes against you."
Jim - QLD 4054
30/10/09 10:02
"All the best Ark, It is a joke that you are even facing jail time for standing up for your rights and the rights of your fellow work mates. Keep up the fight. Regards Jim Watt"
Mike - WA 6107
30/10/09 9:59
Wobbly Greetings from Perth Fellow Worker! I'm off to the rally at QV1 in an hour. "An Injury to One is an Injury to All!"
Bruce - QLD 4121
30/10/09 9:57
Good luck mate - you deserve it in the face of standover tactics!
Fran - NSW 2008
30/10/09 9:54
"Hope you get a fair hearing today. I support you in your struggle."
Laura - VIC 3134
30/10/09 9:52
We are all human beings not robot or machines, we all desrved to be rationally have a fair-share of better working priveleges FAIR-GO DIRTY HEARTED POLITICIANS!
Veronica - VIC 3212
30/10/09 9:51
"Dear Ark, Sorry that you are in this position by an unjust law. We support you and hope that justice will prevail."
Les - NSW 2281
30/10/09 9:44
"Federal Laws useful against Malicious Prosecution, Partiality, Prejudice and Perversions of Justice in Australian Courts: The International Covenant on Civil & Political Rights ( ICCPR ) The International Covenant on Civil & Political Rights ( ICCPR ) was enacted as a Federal Law by the Labor Party, with Liberal support, as Schedule 2 to the Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986. The Acts Interpretation Act 1901 - Sect 13 The second Statute says that a Schedule is part of an Act ( a Statute ) The Criminal Code Act 1995 - Sect 3 The Criminal Code (1) The Schedule has effect as a law of the Commonwealth. (2) The Schedule may be cited as the Criminal Code . The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 The first Statute has two Supremacy Clauses: S5 Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 makes every Federal Law supreme; and S109 makes them prevail over all State Enactments. The Judiciary Act 1903 The third Statute says that the common law shall prevail in S80 Judiciary Act 1903. The Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 Schedule 2 specifically implements the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The Crimes Act 1914 - Sect 3AA State offences that have a federal aspect 3(i) relates to a matter in respect of which an international agreement to which Australia is a party imposes obligations to which effect could be given by the creation of an offence against the domestic laws of the parties to the agreement, ... The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act 1986 ( No webpage ) The fourth Statute makes it a common law crime to disobey a Statute, eg. by misleading and deceiving the good people of Australia, thus becoming criminals. The fourth Statute specifically implements the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Note: Currently no webpage is found. [ Is this Act invalid ? If so, what Act supersedes it ? ] The Trade Practices Act 1974 The fifth Statute refers to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, not just in its Dictionary, but in three offences in Schedule Section 3. Evidence Act 1995 In Section 138 (3) (f) Evidence Act 1995 ( Cth) we are told where to find the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights."
Les - NSW 2281
30/10/09 9:40
"Federal Laws useful against Malicious Prosecution, Partiality, Prejudice and Perversions of Justice in NSW Courts The International Covenant on Civil & Political Rights ( ICCPR ) The International Covenant on Civil & Political Rights ( ICCPR ) was enacted as a Federal Law by the Labor Party, with Liberal support, as Schedule 2 to the Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986. The Acts Interpretation Act 1901 - Sect 13 The second Statute says that a Schedule is part of an Act ( a Statute ) The Criminal Code Act 1995 - Sect 3 The Criminal Code (1) The Schedule has effect as a law of the Commonwealth. (2) The Schedule may be cited as the Criminal Code . The Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 The first Statute has two Supremacy Clauses: S5 Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 makes every Federal Law supreme; and S109 makes them prevail over all State Enactments. The Judiciary Act 1903 The third Statute says that the common law shall prevail in S80 Judiciary Act 1903. The Australian Human Rights Commission Act 1986 Schedule 2 specifically implements the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The Crimes Act 1914 - Sect 3AA State offences that have a federal aspect 3(i) relates to a matter in respect of which an international agreement to which Australia is a party imposes obligations to which effect could be given by the creation of an offence against the domestic laws of the parties to the agreement, ... The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Act 1986 ( No webpage ) The fourth Statute makes it a common law crime to disobey a Statute, eg. by misleading and deceiving the good people of Australia, thus becoming criminals. The fourth Statute specifically implements the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Note: Currently no webpage is found. [ Is this Act invalid ? If so, what Act supersedes it ? ] The Trade Practices Act 1974 The fifth Statute refers to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, not just in its Dictionary, but in three offences in Schedule Section 3. Evidence Act 1995 In Section 138 (3) (f) Evidence Act 1995 ( Cth) we are told where to find the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights."
Debbie - SA 5065
30/10/09 9:40
"Ark, On behalf of our SA/NT Executive, office team and members who cannot be there for you today, I would like to express both my personal and our collective support. Hang in there you will win!"
Tammy - SA 5072
30/10/09 9:38
One law for all - and that law must be fair.
Marie - NSW 2720
30/10/09 9:35
Good luck Ark. I can't believe any politician doesn't put Australian workers' safety before anything else. Obviously the idiots that support and put these things in place haven't had a family member involved in a work accident. If they had they wouldn't consider it for one moment. Wake Australia before our reputation is thrown out to sea.
Linda - NSW 2031
30/10/09 9:32
Today will be a hard day for you ,though you are doing a very brave thing and the right thing standing up for the people. Thank you and the very best of luck to you and your family.
Sonja - NSW 2010
30/10/09 9:16
Good luck mate
Kylie - VIC 3101
30/10/09 9:07
Sorry I can't be at the rally today to show support in numbers but Ark I am sending you support, and strength!
Zalal - NSW 2136
30/10/09 9:02
"Dear Ark I wish you victory today. May the Lord protect you and defend your rights. Just trust in Him. God bless you. Zalal"
Zoe - QLD 4179
30/10/09 9:00
"Hey mate, Sorry I cant be there today to rally in your support, as I have 2 little ones. But we are all behind you. Lets change this stupid law and get all this behind you. Good luck Ark xxx"
Grant - NSW 2565
30/10/09 9:00
You're a true hero, Ark. Have a great day!
Peter - QLD 4305
30/10/09 8:59
Hang in there, where right behind you.
Marie - SA 5108
30/10/09 8:58
Stand tall Ark. Your right they're wrong.
Anne - VIC 3156
30/10/09 8:55
I support you Ark and applaud you for standing up for workers' rights.
Narelle - NSW 2830
30/10/09 8:51
Hang in there Ark. Hopefully we will get rid of this draconian legislation soon so that no one else ever has to go through what you're going through. Shame on the Labor government - pity there's not an election coming up!
Christine - NSW 2615
30/10/09 8:48
Democracy is about Australian being equal under the law and the right to free speech and to organise together. Good on you mate.
Carol - NSW 2750
30/10/09 8:48
Stay positive Ark we are with you all the way.
Russell - VIC 3450
30/10/09 8:40
"Sorry I can't be there today Ark, but I'm with you in spirit! Russell"
Paula - VIC 3056
30/10/09 8:35
Stay strong Ark, your courage and your integrity leads the way for every Australian worker.
Paula - VIC 3056
30/10/09 8:32
Stay strong Ark, your courage and your integrity leads the way for every Australian worker.
Wayne - NSW 2200
30/10/09 8:27
Good luck Ark, every Australian worker should be watching what they do to you today, it's nothing but an absolute disgrace what is happening, my thoughts are with you...
Pia - VIC 3056
30/10/09 8:18
Sending you loads of support - this is an outrageous situation you are in and should never have happened!
Sharryn - NSW 2460
30/10/09 8:18
Your union colleagues stand with you on this.
william - QLD 4343
30/10/09 8:12
Go hard ark you have a nation of construction workers behind you 0.Touch one touch all
Chris - NSW 2602
30/10/09 8:05
"We strive with Ark Tribe to defeat the politics of corporations - now with the Labor government - that makes necessary industrial action to defend workers' rights for a safe work-force become labelled as so-called 'unlawful' action. Defend the human right to strike. http://chriswhiteonline.org go to ABCC"
Suzanne - TAS 7000
30/10/09 8:02
Go Ark, you are not on your own Comrade and thank you for your sacrifice to keep our workplaces safe.
mick - NSW 2570
30/10/09 8:01
The working class people will always prevail in the end, you'll be right mate. Regards Mick.
jamie - QLD 4305
30/10/09 7:58
will be attending rally in brisbane today with many other cfmeu members in support of your case.Their has been a great response from our members and were expecting a good turnout.Keep up the fight comrade we are with you all the way.
Rafael - NSW 2099
30/10/09 7:57
Workers united they'll never be deafeated !!!!. I support you stand Ark
sam - QLD 4271
30/10/09 7:57
stick it right up them!!!,united we standed,divided we fall
Roe - NSW 2600
30/10/09 7:56
You stand in a proud tradition. Without people like you in the past, where would workers be today? It is people like you who give hope to the world. Mr Tribe, thank you.
Graeme - TAS 7250
30/10/09 7:53
Onya Ark. Stand your ground. Kevin07 - one of the best Liberal Prime Ministers we've had.
Kathryn - QLD 4740
30/10/09 7:33
Best wishes Ark I hope democracy common sense and justice win out and this rididulous, anti democratic charge is dismissed outright. This is Australia for goodness sake.
john j.m. - QLD 4741
30/10/09 7:25
it should be your right,all the best.
Peter - NSW 2611
30/10/09 7:05
The continuation of these laws are a dark stain on Australia's industrial and legal history.The concept of equal justice for all Australians is a poor joke when examined in light of the powers given to the Building & Construction Watch Dog.These laws must be removed for the good of all Australians.
Chris - TAS 7018
30/10/09 6:50
In the name of equity, decency, justice and fairness, stand defiantly, Ark. Your supporters would like to remind Rudd and Gillard that Howard fell on his own sword for these laws. I can happen again!
Pauline - NSW 2229
30/10/09 6:44
AUSTRALIAN WORKERS ARE PROUD OF YOU ARK, WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU IN THIS COUNTRY.
Margie - NSW 2474
30/10/09 6:30
This is a disgraceful day for our nation. Our democratic rights as workers are being abused and eroded by governments of all ilks. It is people like you and those who stand with you who can keep the bastards honest and maintain the rights of workers. Good on you, Ark.
dermot - VIC 3013
30/10/09 3:10
Best of irish luck with the court case Ark
Gilly - QLD 4213
30/10/09 1:41
"Hiya Ark Please know that many of us are with you throughout this unfair trial and supporting you and indeed our rights! Thank you for taking a stand against injustice, gilly"
Judith - NSW 2153
30/10/09 1:04
Good luck, Ark. Your courage is an inspiration to all unionists & all those who value the their human rights. This draconoian law is an affront to our country.
julie - WA 6157
30/10/09 0:55
"Good luck Ark. I think you're incredibly courageous. Julie WA"
Mal - QLD 4870
30/10/09 0:35
Hang in there Ark eventually you will win
Leila - NSW 2077
30/10/09 0:23
Ark, we are with you all the way. We stand with you in unity and solidarity
Shelley - SA 5118
30/10/09 0:16
Sorry I can not be there tomorrow Ark, but know you are in our thoughts and you should be as proud as 1000 big Kev's of what you are standing up for ....these people need a relaity check.... " You go work where its not safe ...oh no send ya kids or ya grandkids I DONT THINK SO !!!" Its just like G.BUSH in the USA well look what he has done over there. Good on you for standing up and being counted "YOU ARE A LEGEND" and if I could be there I would. regards Shelley O'Malley friend for life xx
lynne - WA 6021
30/10/09 0:06
Don't let the bastards grind you down!
S.E. - NSW 2206
29/10/09 23:50
Hi, When I have stood on my dig against unjust treatment, God has reminded me of His sacrifice for my salvation. I pray you will find resolution and exoneration in this present conflict. I pray that you will know the peace of God and the salvation of Christ.
Liam - WA 6233
29/10/09 23:45
"The Universial declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Economic Social and Cultural Rights (INESCR) recognise the rights to; # work # Just and safe conditions at work # Non discrimination at work # Equal pay for eaqual work # To negotiate working conditions collectively. Protection of workers rights in line with internatuonal standards is required to prevent unfair treatment at work"
Bill - QLD 4870
29/10/09 23:40
"The Ballad Of 1891. (Last verse). ""To trial at Rockhampton, the fourteen men were brought, The judge had got his orders, the squatters owned the court, But for every one was sentenced, a thousand won't forget, If they jail a man for striking, it's a rich man's country yet"". We may be in Cairns, brother, but we'll be with you in Court."
Pirzada - SA 5070
29/10/09 23:38
"Dear Comrades, I on behalf of my organisation "" ALL PAKISTAN FEDERATION OF UNITED TRADE UNIONS ( APFUTU) assure you that our 3,11, 432 workers are always with you. When ARK says we will establish demanstration and protest in front of Australian High Commission, Islamabad in favour of ARK. Our organisation will stand with ARK our shoulders will be with ARK shoulders. ARK is not alone. The Pakistani workers are also with ARK. We appeal to Australian Government that he withdraw all cases against ARK. Pirzada Imtiaz Syed Secretary General All Pakistan Federation of United Trade Unions (APFUTU) Imtiaz Labour hall, Faizabad, GUJRAT (Pakistan)"
jason - VIC 3194
29/10/09 23:36
give them hell mate
Luke - NSW 2024
29/10/09 23:34
"Ark... Good luck mate, I am sure justice will prevail - not to mention sanity! This is a difficult time, and as union supporters we are 99% the sort of Australians who respect the rule of law and indeed we want stronger laws to protect the conditions, rights and take home pay of working people. Union people are NOT the ones who want to rip apart the social fabric of the country! I am still reminded of the quote of someone who overcame unimaginable adversity, however, a 20th century American campaigner for social equality. She said: ""no one has given me one good reason why we should obey unjust laws, but the reason we should resist them is obvious."" Having said that, I believe justice will prevail mate - good luck again."
Denise - QLD 4113
29/10/09 23:18
with u all the way stand tall
Leah - VIC 3011
29/10/09 23:17
Praying all goes well tomorrow and our justice system in this supposed democracy is just!One law for ALL!!! YVSFA Leah
Frederick - VIC 3030
29/10/09 23:15
Hang in there Ark most people can see these laws are discriminatory and should never been put in place.
Ron - QLD 4051
29/10/09 23:09
Good Luck Ark, and I hope your principled stand has the positive outcome that it deserves.
Mark - VIC 3103
29/10/09 23:08
"You are standing up to the corporate fascists on our behalf Ark! Thankyou so much! You are helping to show everyone who works for a living the hypocrisy and anti-human rights these laws impose on all of us. Best regards Mark"
Trish - NSW 2525
29/10/09 23:07
You are doing this for the safety of us ALL...and we are right alongside you. Our rights at work...worth fighting for! THANK YOU ARK
Darren - WA 6157
29/10/09 23:02
All for One , One for all ! Good luck comrade and F..ck the ABCC . Australia stand for Freedom and not some limp dicks Law . Support Ark and your Union and most of all your future your Childrens rights .
jim - NSW 2232
29/10/09 23:02
"This commission is well passed its use by date and should be wound uo now! Jim McMahon JP"
Andrew - VIC 3128
29/10/09 22:59
Your courage in standing up for equal treatment under the law for all workers is a beacon for all to follow. Touch one, touch all.
Lorraine - QLD 4127
29/10/09 22:43
Hang in there, Ark. You are courageous to make this stand. My thoughts will be with you tomorrow.
Sue - NSW 2541
29/10/09 22:42
"Hi Ark Go for it today,the workers of Australia are right behind you.Do not let the Court System of this country cause you any fear for standing up for what we know is true & what we believe in-a fair go for all workers & protection in each workplace."
Jenny - QLD 4719
29/10/09 22:38
Shame, shame, shame, the law must be changed.
Michael - NSW 2040
29/10/09 22:37
Your cause is just . Many of us support you
sharon - NSW 2486
29/10/09 22:37
We all support you 101%
Mary - NSW 2602
29/10/09 22:35
"Hi Ark, I've already written to you and will be praying for your guardian angels to be working for you tomorrow (- don't do mainstream religion.) Keep your calm and the idiots who are trying to do this will have their karma bite them on the bum so hard they will not ever sit down again. Regards and huge respect, Mary"
terry81 - QLD 4207
29/10/09 22:31
stick fat mate we know when they finished with you they coming for us united we stand
Shayne - QLD 4074
29/10/09 22:25
Mate, you got the support of the majority of Australia. If the legal system has any integrity and ethics, the peoples word should be considered and the right decision should be made. Keep the faith...we are all behind you!!!
warrick - NSW 2821
29/10/09 22:23
we are fighting for our kids future
Eddie - NSW 2016
29/10/09 22:19
"As the Wobblies used to say an injury to one is an injury to all. I'm behind you all the way Ark as are informed workers everywhere. Don't let the bastards grind you down. In solidarity, Eddie"
Amanda - NSW 2779
29/10/09 22:12
"Stay strong and remember that you are supported by all who believe in the fundamental rights of workers and equitable laws for all. Good luck."
Luise - NSW 2800
29/10/09 22:07
"Dear Ark Stand in there tomorrow proud and strong. You are the voice of all the young apprentices who are afraid to stand up for safety and fair pay and conditions. If no-one is there to state the case for the workers, there would be a lot more injuries and accidents, because unsafe conditions will go unreported, mainly due to cost saving measures. We all all behind you, because the ABCC was created by a predjudiced government who do not know how unions represent workers who would otherwise tolerate exploitation. Luise Cawthorne"
Don - NSW 2060
29/10/09 22:03
"Gidday Ark, we'll be part of the masses of people thinking of you, supporting you and expressing solidarity as you face the courts and these unfair and discriminatory laws. All power and strength to you! Don"
donna - VIC 3064
29/10/09 22:01
"Go Ark People power will prevail we will not tolerate anything but your vindication my thoughts are with you Donna"
Bruce - NSW 2518
29/10/09 21:46
Keep Fighting to get rid of these stupid unfair laws.
Di - NSW 2522
29/10/09 21:42
All the v best - you surely deserve it.
GERALD - NSW 2460
29/10/09 21:39
"Hang in there mate . We need more people like you in the workplaces to stand up for your rights . There should be one Law for all."
Den - QLD 4251
29/10/09 21:26
"Keep standing tall brother,These bloody pollies don't give a shit about Aussies . They have proven that time and time again , If your a farkin boat person or illegal into OUR country! they will give you anything. But if you are a hard workin Aussie Your a second rate citizen in their eyes , Damm the pollies Vote 1 for ARK . I HOPE YOUR UNION IS BEHIND YOU 100% Good luck cobber ."
Ed - VIC 3032
29/10/09 21:21
"Good luck tomorrow Ark..You hundreds of thousands of people behind you and against these laws. PS: Don't bring a broom to court, this witch hunt might just try to use that as evidence. IU"
Jose - SA 5098
29/10/09 21:09
"hopefully hundreds of people gather to support Ark cause, brcuase Ark cause is the Australian working class cause. Long live comrades"
Mark - NSW 2263
29/10/09 21:01
"All workers should have equal rights unions were won with peoples live in the early years! So we all should stand up for these right and not forget true history of were workers rights actually came from I would encourage any one who has not already done so study the history of unions from were it began Cause if we don't learn from history we are doomed to make the same mistakes!"
James - TAS 7170
29/10/09 20:58
I wish you the best of luck in court and if you win I hope a precedent is set that will help turn back the clock to what Australia used to be like before eleven years of Howard government tyranny.
erja - NSW 2529
29/10/09 20:58
Go, Ark ,Australian workers are behind you!
Nikki - VIC 3054
29/10/09 20:47
"Ark -wish I could be there supporting you on the day. With you all the way. Solidarity"
Len - QLD 4343
29/10/09 20:44
Be Lucky and win
Len - QLD 4343
29/10/09 20:44
Be Lucky and win
Len - QLD 4343
29/10/09 20:44
Be Lucky and win
vin - NSW 2206
29/10/09 20:43
"Good on you Ark there is not a law that is anti worker that should not be challenged. I will be marching tomorrow in support for you. Cheers Vin Francis"
Andrew - WA 6959
29/10/09 20:43
Your actions will Unite the entire Australian community as well as the Trade Union movement to once and for all through these anti worker anti Union laws in the dust bin of histor ... where thay rightfullly belong... Good on you comrade...
Andrew - WA 6959
29/10/09 20:35
With you all the way brother, This action by you should lead the entire Trade Union and communities around Australia to unite and defeat this abnoxious neo-nazi law...
Jewel - QLD 4870
29/10/09 20:33
Safety at work is not negotiable. Everyone has the right to safe working conditions. Individuals should not be threatened with legal action because they want to work safely. The ABCC should be punishing those who do not comply with the safety laws of this country. This brings shame to business and the government for their shabby disregard for their workers' safety.
billy - VIC 3658
29/10/09 20:32
good on ya mate stand up for your legal rights and for health awend safety billy the builders laborer from flowerdale were all in this fight together every person in australia needs to know that building workers legal rights have been taken off us in this anti union anti safety attack by industrial coppers
Graham - NSW 2776
29/10/09 20:32
I salute a brave man
Chris - SA 5155
29/10/09 20:30
"I may not be able to be there but I am 100% behind you, we need people like you who are willing to stand up for your rights, good onto you Ark. All our predecessors who have worked so hard and suffered so much to get us to where we are today would be proud of you and what you are doing. I am right behind you mate, Chris."
Mark - NSW 2776
29/10/09 20:26
"people often think that the proper response to an unjust law is to try to use the political process to change the law, but to obey and respect the law until it is changed. But if the law is itself clearly unjust, and the lawmaking process is not designed to quickly obliterate such unjust laws, then the law deserves no respect - break the law."" Henry David Thoreau (quoted by a former policeman & disgusted Australian)"
andrew - NSW 2795
29/10/09 20:16
behind the skirts of the paranoid nanny state hides a fascist torturer dedicated to the utter destruction of human dignity. may such creatures rot in their own putrescence.
Allanah - NSW 2776
29/10/09 20:12
We're with you Ark...dont let the bast@rds win.
patrick - NSW 2019
29/10/09 20:09
Good on you Ark.It's a pity no labOur party poli has your courage,Iknow it's costing you,hope you can hang on.Regards Mick mooney.
Adil - QLD 4104
29/10/09 20:05
good on you Ark , your stand is uniqe and unex
