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24.01.2022 On this day, the 15th of October in 1970, Melbourne's West Gate Bridge collapsed, claiming the life of 35 workers. The event remains the most catastrophic workp...lace disaster in Australia's history. Please join us as we remember those workers who didn't come home to their families, and reflect on how the impact of the event is still felt across Australia to this day.

21.01.2022 KEEP OUR APPRENTICES ON THE TOOLS! When it comes to learning a skilled trade, books and a classroom can only teach you so much, on the job experience is PRICELESS!

19.01.2022 ATTENTION CONSTRUCTION & LABOUR HIRE MEMBERS: We will be hosting a meeting at our Melbourne offices (251 Queensberry St, Carlton) on the 16th of December. Due to COVID restrictions, we require for you to RSVP by Friday, December 11. this can be done by emailing either [email protected] or [email protected]. Note: These meetings are crucial. Please ensure that if you cannot attend, or your boss refuses to release you, please call your organiser.

15.01.2022 State Secretary Tony Mavromatis has written to Prime Minister Scott Morrison to help save regional jobs. 150 regional jobs are under threat with more likely to come as General Electric looks to Vietnam over local manufacturer Keppel Prince to construct wind towers for the second stage of the Murra Warra wind farm project. The federal governments recent budget has made commitments to Australian manufacturing and Australian workers, but where's the action? Keppel Prince provides the government with a great opportunity to act on this rhetoric and save regional jobs!

15.01.2022 Around the clock, INDEFINITE industrial action is underway at Lactalis Bendigo! 150 union members who have helped Victorians through the height of the pandemic are now asking for a FAIR DEAL! If you're in the area and want to show your support, the picket line is set up at the Nolan Street entrance.

14.01.2022 Don't forget tomorrow is a public holiday for all Victorians. Who's your pick for Saturday's game?

12.01.2022 This National asbestos awareness week, join WorkSafe and guests for a free 'Asbestos in Victoria’ webinar from 1 2.30 pm on Friday 27 November. Hear about how the use of asbestos, even after its ban in 2003, still impacts Victorians and learn about the strategies in place to reduce exposure. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/32kE0Hg

11.01.2022 CALLING ALL APPRENTICES! On Monday we will be holding an online mass meeting to help KEEP OUR APPRENTICES ON THE TOOLS! More information can be found below

07.01.2022 Solidarity with our comrades north of the border ! AMWU members at Mesh & Bar (Sydney) are out on strike for two weeks! They’re fighting for better pay and overtime conditions. Mesh & Bar workers are paid less than other workers in their industry, and they’ve had enough. They want to be treated with respect and paid fairly for the work they do. If you wish to show your support for these striking members, AMWU NSW & ACT have set up a donations page via GoFundMe. To donate click here https://gf.me/u/y59zjw

05.01.2022 Meet Paul Springer, a long time member, a former delegate, staunch activist, current State Councillor & State Conference Delegate. Due to a severe illness, Paul has been off the tools and unable to work for the past two years. As we speak, Paul is receiving life-saving treatment, meaning he is still a long way off from returning to back to the shop floor.... Pauls role be it on site as a delegate or in the union's council rooms as a State Councillor, Paul has helped many a worker, and now we're trying to repay the favour. If you wish to help Paul on his long road to recovery, you can donate below. BANK: NAB BSB: 082-057 ACCOUNT NUMBER: 83-876-2754 ACCOUNT NAME: AMWU Disaster Appeal Account REFERENCE: PAUL SPRINGER (YOUR NAME)

04.01.2022 Due to the current COVID restrictions, it is impossible to put on the much-loved, Building Unions' Picnics this year. However, building workers have worked hard all year, and you have earned the day off and it’s your entitlement to be paid. Given that there is no formal picnic, there won’t be any tickets or proof of attendance required. If any employer withholds pay or deducts your pay for Monday 7th December, contact your organiser immediately.

03.01.2022 Another great regional win for our members, this time at GrainCorp! Pay increase of 10% over three years, including back pay. Improved consultation process. A review and consultation over the Vehicle GPS Systems.... This is in light of a bumper harvest system and the AWU agreeing to 1-year rollover deal with a 2% increase for its members. Once again, it proves that if members take action they can achieve results.

03.01.2022 A great WIN has come out of Bendigo this weekend! After 10 days of industrial action AMWU, ETU and UWU members have voted YES on their new agreement. Some of the highlights include: 3.6% wage increase over the next 2 years with the final 9 months of the agreement sitting at 2.9%.... An increase of almost 30% to permanent jobs on-site with many causal workers to be immediately converted. A conversion clause that guarantees permanent jobs for future generations to come. A commitment to Bendigo’s future with secure permanent jobs, a public commitment that Lactalis will not shut the site and a $20 million investment for the Bendigo factory. This has been a significant change for the workers at Lactalis after years of sub-par agreements they've finally gotten what they deserve. This is what a united front can deliver!

01.01.2022 REMINDER: APPRENTICES don't miss your chance to have your voice heard this Monday afternoon! RSVP for either of our online mass meetings below. 5pm Eastern Daylight Savings time https://www.amwu.org.au/save_apprenticeships OR... 8pm Eastern Daylight Savings Time (5pm WA time)* https://www.amwu.org.au/save_apprenticeships_2 Not an AMWU apprentice? Show your support by signing the petition! https://www.megaphone.org.au//keep-apprentices-on-the-tools