We are calling on the government to urgently commit to financial assistance for Virgin Australia and to save aviation in Australia. This week, Virgin Australia halted trading and there is ongoing speculation about a federal government bail-out. We know that the airline has been struggling for some time, so this is serious. The government must…
Updated 9 April 2020 For the last three weeks the ASU along with other Australian unions have been campaigning relentlessly for a wage subsidy for workers to ensure members jobs are protected through the global pandemic. The Federal Parliament has now passed legislation and created the JobKeeper wage stimulus package. This package is not perfect,…
It pays to be in the union! For the last three weeks the ASU along with other Australian unions have been campaigning relentlessly for a wage subsidy for workers to ensure members jobs are protected through the global pandemic. Three weeks ago Prime Minister Morrison refused to even consider a wage subsidy. But our hard…
ASU representatives met with Menzies management to discuss the stand down of employees. Discussion focused on employee’s access to leave during the shutdown, and the allocation of work. We have asked that employees be given the opportunity to opt out from work during the stand down. This will help some members plan for the future,…
Recent data from China showed that reports of domestic and family violence (DFV) increased up to three times during lockdown because of COVID-19. In Italy, anecdotally reports of DFV are down, but agencies suspect this is because the presence of the person using the violence at home may inhibit help seeking behaviours. People may also…
We know you’re hurting and are in shock this morning The situation for Virgin Australia has changed rapidly. The Company will keep flying through the COVID-19 outbreak but it will be a very very limited service. But we want to make sure that you know we will be by your side every step of the way. Key…
Increased support for workers who lose their jobs, are stood down, on low incomes, or in casual and contract employment. Follow these links to stay up to date with the latest information Facebook, Instagram, twitter Download or print a copy here On the 22 March the Federal Government announced that there will be additional income…
It is now clear that the COVID-19 outbreak will have a significant impact on the business, as well as the health and well-being of our community. Menzies have just informed us that as of Monday 23 March they will be moving to a stand down. These are unprecedented times and things are changing so quickly.…
Following all the Union members meetings held on Thursday at Civica your Union delegates and Organiser David Leydon met with Civica management to discuss a range of workplace issues around the Covid-19 crisis. Download and read bulletin here
Dear Prime Minister, Download or print letter to PM here We write to you regarding the impact of the pandemic outbreak. As employers and unions representing tens of thousands of workers and suppliers across aviation, we stress that the situation has become dire and requires urgent attention, beyond the first assistance package. With the cancellation…
We know you’re worried. These are unprecedented times and things are changing so quickly. Unfortunately this is not business as usual. Download or print here But we want to make sure that you know we will be by your side every step of the way. As of right now your union is in ongoing discussions…
We know you’re worried! These are unprecedented times and things are changing so quickly. Unfortunately this is not business as usual. But we want to make sure that you know we will be by your side every step of the way. Download or print a copy here Qantas Group announced the following changes to schedules,…