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Sky News AU
3 hours ago
- Sky News AU
Kmart sued by Australian Uyghur Tangritagh Women's Association over alleged links to forced labour from China's Xinjiang region
Kmart is being sued in Federal Court to determine whether the retailer misled customers about its ethics claims and sourced some of its clothes from suppliers that allegedly used slave labour. Class-action law-firm Maurice Blackburn has filed a suit on behalf of the Australian Uyghur Tangritagh Women's Association (AUTWA) against Kmart. The association wants the retailer to release documents that show what it knows about two suppliers with alleged links to factories in China's Xinjiang region. Kmart has rejected these claims. Human rights abuses in the area were the subject of a landmark report in 2022 where the United Nations recommended Beijing investigated allegations of human rights violations, 'including allegations of torture, sexual violence, ill-treatment, forced medical treatment, as well as forced labour and reports of deaths in custody'. It also called for the Chinese government to take 'prompt steps' to release all individuals arbitrarily imprisoned. The AUTWA is seeking the documents to determine whether Kmart has abided by its ethical sourcing procedures and if it misled consumers. Ramila Chanisheff, president of the AUTWA, said the association was 'demanding answers from Kmart' to determine whether the retailer's actions 'live up to its words'. 'Kmart, and all companies, must ensure they are not profiting from forced labour in China,' Ms Chanisheff said in a statement. 'China's mass imprisonment, repression and forced labour of Uyghur people is well-documented. 'Our community has lost family members, friends and loved ones because of China's brutal treatment of Uyghurs. 'Kmart is a go-to store for so many people in Australia. If the company has profited in any way from this sort of systematic repression, I am sure Australians would be horrified.' A Kmart spokesperson said the retailer was 'disappointed' by the court action and had invited AUTWA to meet and discuss the concerns on several occasions. 'Kmart has been in correspondence with the applicant's lawyers for over 12 months and has provided extensive details of our Ethical Sourcing Program,' the spokesperson said. The spokesperson noted Kmart has had its 'ethical sourcing program' in place for 15 years which helps the company identify and mitigate modern slavery risks across its supply chains. They noted the program takes from Kmart's 'ethical sourcing code' which adopts the standards under the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labour Organisation. 'Compliance with our Ethical Sourcing Code is required under our contracts with our Suppliers,' the spokesperson said. 'Suppliers in the Kmart Ethical Sourcing Program are regularly monitored through activities including our site visits, audit programs and investigations if we receive any reports or complaints of concern.' AUTWA is also represented by the Human Rights Law Centre (HRLC) alongside Maurice Blackburn. HRLC's associate legal director Freya Dinshaw said 'alarm bells' had been 'ringing for a long time' about the risk of forced labour being used in the Chinese garment sector. 'This court case is about Kmart coming clean on whether it is really doing everything it claims to be doing to ensure that its products are slavery-free,' Ms Dinshaw said in a statement. She stressed the case was also an opportunity to highlight 'weaknesses' in Australia's modern slavery laws. 'It shouldn't be left to members of the public to take companies to court and force them to open their books where there are suspicions of links to modern slavery,' Ms Dinshaw said. 'Australian companies should be legally required to investigate and prevent forced labour in their supply chains and face hard consequences if they don't. 'Australia should also follow the example of other countries like Canada and the US and ban imported goods made with forced labour, so they don't end up on our shop shelves.' China rejected the claims in the UN's 2022 report. In August 2024, the UN said it has faced 'difficulties posed by limited access to information' with its investigations into the human rights abuses. It also noted many who spoke about the abuses with the UN had 'fear of reprisals'.
Sydney Morning Herald
11 hours ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
First woman appointed to lead Australian Federal Police as Reece Kershaw retires a year early
Australian Federal Police Commissioner Reece Kershaw is retiring a year early to spend more time with his grandchildren, and will be replaced by the first woman to head the nation's police force. Deputy commissioner Krissy Barrett, who most recently oversaw the AFP's national security portfolio, will replace Kershaw in October. Kershaw's early retirement comes after the police chief faced scrutiny over his handling of the Dural caravan plot in Sydney, which was first described as a terrorist act but was later revealed to be a fake plot by powerful crime figures to distract police and influence prosecutions. The commissioner refused to answer questions at a hearing in February about whether he had briefed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the plot. But in announcing Kershaw's departure at a press conference in Canberra on Monday, Albanese and Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said he would leave his role on good terms with the government after his six-year tenure. 'Commissioner Kershaw has made an extraordinary contribution to public life, and we are deeply grateful for his service,' Albanese said. '[He] has been absolutely on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week with his commitment to his fellow Australians.' Burke said Kershaw was retiring with his head held high to spend more time with family. 'Commissioner Kershaw asked to meet with me with no staff present and in the meeting, to my surprise … said that he had set October 3 as the date that he was intending to retire,' Burke said. Kershaw said his time as commissioner has taken its toll on his family but that he was grateful for his time with the AFP.
9 News
a day ago
- 9 News
Motorcycle hoon gang busted after posting dangerous videos online
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here A group of alleged motorcycle hoons have been busted by covert police in Victoria after posting their antics online. The group is accused of putting lives and Victoria's road toll at risk by uploading their dangerous tricks to social media for likes and clicks. Exclusive vision obtained by 9News shows an alleged motorcycle gang turning some of Melbourne's major roads, including City Link, into illegal speedways. A group of alleged motorcycle hoons have been busted by covert police in Victoria after posting their antics online. (Nine) Police allege the group used products on their boots to throw sparks onto the road, obstructing other motorists. They also allegedly covered their number plates to avoid tolls and detection. Senior Constable Adam Mizzi said police have a zero-tolerance approach to the behaviour. "One wrong move, or one car not seeing them, could be catastrophic," he said. Police allege the group used products on their boots to throw sparks onto the road, obstructing other motorists. (Nine) Police have disbanded the group, making several arrests and laying a string of charges. A 24-year-old Caroline Springs man dodged cameras when approached by 9News, while a second man refused to answer questions by responding "no comment". "I don't feel safe being recorded," he said. At least 38 people have died in motorcycle accidents on Victoria roads this year, with a further 495 riders seriously injured. Greensborough highway patrol is cracking down on dangerous riding one speedster at a time. Mizzi said he does not want to attend the homes of families to tell them their loved one has been killed or seriously injured. "All just for a couple just for a couple of extra likes on Instagram," he said. Despite the arrests, the group continues to post videos online. But Mizzi said breaking the rules will likely catch up to them. "It could be six months down the track, but we will be knocking on your door," he said. Victoria Melbourne crime courts road safety Australia national CONTACT US
