Redeemer Baptist School principal says he has nothing to hide
They published‘I have nothing to hide’: Redeemer Baptist School principal speaks for first time
First reporttheage.com.au · 6 Sept, 09:30Z
Latest reportsmh.com.au · 6 Sept, 09:30Z
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Why it matters
What
The Independent Education Union seeks Federal Court wage repayments for two former Redeemer Baptist School staff treated as volunteers.
Why
The claims coincide with an expanded parliamentary inquiry and discussion of possible forced-labour and servitude offences.
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Further wage actions, inquiry findings, and headmaster Russell Bailey’s response after he rejected allegations linking volunteer work to slavery.
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Summary
- Independent Education Union applies to Federal Court to recover wages for two former staffers at Redeemer Baptist School.
- Staff were treated as volunteers, prompting wage repayment claims and potential wider actions.
- Parliamentary inquiry into Redeemer Baptist School expands as allegations of abuse surface.
- NSW Anti-Slavery Commission discusses possible criminal offences including forced labour and servitude.
- School headmaster Russell Bailey denies beliefs that volunteer work equates to slavery and resists allegations.
Summary
- Independent Education Union filed Federal Court application to recover wages for two former staff.
- Claims allege staff were treated as volunteers and not paid according to law.
- Parliamentary inquiry extended; potential for more applicants to join the case.
- Inquiry examines allegations of severe abuse, coercive control, and possible forced labour.
- School headmaster Russell Bailey denies allegations; inquiry resumed October 12.