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Eight Hour Day Monument

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Eight Hour Day Monument
Address: Cnr Russel St and Victoria Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
State: Victoria
City: Melbourne
Zip Code: 3000


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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Reviews
A great expression of the importance of a balanced life. It is a statement of the way our societies norms have changed over time. The monument and it's written words remind me of one in Parramatta.
7 years ago (11-05-2018)
IMPORTANT PART OF AUSTRALIA'S LABOUR MOVEMENT HISTORY The eight hour day was a hard-won employment condition pursued by very early migrants attracted by Victoria's gold rush in the 1850s. At that time a 14 hour day, six days a week was the norm. The campaign was based on 3 key claims: 1. Australia's climate (compared to Britain) was much harsher 2. Workers needed time to access education 3. Workers needed more time with family The Builder's Union and stonemasons successfully prosecuted these claims to gain the right to a 48 hour week and Saturday afternoons off work. Conditions (for most workers) have improved substantially since that watershed campaign. The monument itself is a bit sad and isolated on a small patch of grass next to the Emily McPherson Building at RMIT and opposite the Trades Hall Building.
7 years ago (21-01-2018)
Important to remember the sacrifices of those who came before us
7 years ago (30-05-2018)
It's a shame things are going backwards. This place needs to be remembered.
7 years ago (19-05-2018)
Veey peaceful
7 years ago (24-03-2018)
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