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Union win: workers secure Qantas paid parental leave deal

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, MediaBy Imogen SturniFebruary 1, 2023

Union win: workers secure Qantas paid parental leave deal The Australian Services Union has negotiated…

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Will the four-day work week become the new norm?

Latest News, General Updates, Media, OpinionBy Imogen SturniJanuary 10, 2023

Will the four-day work week become the new norm? A four-day working week is inching…

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State of the Union 2022

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniDecember 19, 2022

Going into 2022, many of us were looking forward to a more normal work-life experience…

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Unite Journal December 2022

Latest News, PublicationsBy LorcanDecember 19, 2022
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ASU Posters & Resources

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 18, 2022

ASU Posters & Resources Membership Form ASU Join Poster ASU Bargaining Poster ASU Delegate Poster…

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CPI Hits 7.3%

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniOctober 27, 2022

CPI Hits 7.3% Consumer price inflation has recorded its biggest increase in 32 years, rising…

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How to pursue a pay rise

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniOctober 14, 2022

How to pursue a pay rise ASU members often contact the Union with a query…

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MEDIA STATEMENT: Qantas pay offer still below inflation, with strings attached

Publications, MediaBy KristyOctober 13, 2022

MEDIA STATEMENT: Qantas pay offer still below inflation, with strings attached The Australian Services Union…

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One off Public Holiday for the mourning of Queen’s passing

Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy KristySeptember 12, 2022

One-off Public Holiday for the mourning of Queen’s passing The Federal Government has gazetted a…

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Vote NO at TIO

Industry BulletinsBy KristyAugust 29, 2022

ASU members have decided to VOTE NO because in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis…

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Virgin EBA Log of Claims

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJuly 22, 2022

Your next Enterprise Agreement at Virgin Australia Claim details 1. Protect or improve all of…

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Honorary (legalsuper) Superannuation Director

General UpdatesBy KristyJuly 5, 2022

Honorary (legalsuper) Superannuation Director The Union seeks expressions of interest from financial members of the…

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ASU Branch Delegate Conference 2022

General UpdatesBy KristyJuly 4, 2022

ASU Branch Delegate Conference 2022 Join us for the ASU Branch Delegate Conference on Thursday…

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Introducing your new leadership team

General UpdatesBy KristyJune 27, 2022

Introducing your new union leadership team I write to introduce the new leadership team of…

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Statement on change in branch leadership

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJune 3, 2022

The ASU Victorian Private Sector Branch today announced Matt Norrey has resigned from the role…

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Unite Magazine – Federal Election, Autumn Edition 2022

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General Updates, PublicationsBy LorcanMay 2, 2022

JOIN THE ASULatest NewsUnion win: workers secure Qantas paid parental leave dealFebruary 1, 2023Will the…

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Your New Member Advantage Benefits Platform is here!

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniApril 20, 2022

Your new benefits platform is here! We are delighted to introduce you to your new…

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ASU Budget Analysis 2022

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniApril 1, 2022

  Did you see the Federal Budget this week? The Budget will have a real…

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Qantas: We need more staff, not overseas call centres

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 31, 2022

Qantas: We need more staff, not overseas call centres The ASU is calling on Qantas…

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ASU is fighting to improve your working conditions in your next Qantas Enterprise Agreement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 30, 2022

Your union, the ASU, is campaigning for fair and safe working conditions at Qantas. We…

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ASU Member Factsheets

PublicationsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 2, 2022

Bullying at Work Family & Domestic Violence Flexible Working Arrangements (FWAs) Insecure Work Parental Leave…

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MANAGING COVID-19 (OMICRON) TOOLKIT

Publications, BlogBy Imogen SturniJanuary 27, 2022

The ASU has developed the Managing COVID-19 (Omicron) Risks in the Workplace Toolkit for Unions,…

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Social Media at Work

General Updates, AssistBy Imogen SturniNovember 17, 2021

Social Media at Work As the boundaries between work and leisure become more blurred it’s…

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ASU Social Media Moderation Guidelines

General Updates, AssistBy Imogen SturniNovember 17, 2021

ASU Social Media Moderation Guidelines There are a few simple rules that visitors to the…

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COVID-19 Vaccinations

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 30, 2021

The ASU supports vaccination as the way we can get out of the pandemic and…

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Qantas Group publishes its final version of the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 21, 2021

Qantas Group has published the final version of its COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Read this bulletin…

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Vale Martin ‘Marty’ Blight

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2021

Martin ‘Marty’ Blight, a long-term employee of Serco Mill Park, a committed ASU member, a…

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Vale Mary Nelson – ASU’s longest serving member

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 1, 2021

We are saddened to hear of the recent passing of Mary Nelson at 102 years…

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Qantas Vaccination Policy Consultation Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 1, 2021

Your ASU representatives met with Qantas to discuss the proposed COVID-19 vaccination policy on Tuesday.…

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Qantas Group Retention Payment details released

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniAugust 17, 2021

Qantas Group has provided an update on payment eligibility for the current period of stand…

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Virgin should be paying the full $750 a week ‘Domestic Retention Payment’ to its workers

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniAugust 13, 2021

Since the Federal Government’s announcement that new payments would be available for domestic airline workers,…

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Your JobSeeker Questions, Answered.

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 24, 2021

Your JobSeeker Questions, Answered. Recently, the Federal Government have made changes to both JobKeeper and…

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Keep Australia Flying

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMarch 11, 2021

Today we wrote to airlines and ground handlers to seek an urgent update on today’s…

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Grow Your Union

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 9, 2021

COVID has brought home why it is so important to be in the union. Issues…

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Qantas’ planned cuts to sales, service & baggage desks underbaked!

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 17, 2021

ASU representatives met with management on Monday, 15 February and Tuesday, 16 February – and…

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ASU lodges dispute under Helloworld/QH EA’s

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 17, 2021

The ASU has lodged disputes in the Fair Work Commission under the Helloworld and Qantas…

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COVID-19 Vaccines Update

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 16, 2021

ASU representatives met with the Federal Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd, for a…

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It’s simple, we need Aviation keeper

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 15, 2021

This weekend has brought back familiar challenges. Uncertainty and rapid changes caused by COVID is…

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Slater and Gordon EBA negotiations resume in 2021

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 15, 2021

The Slater and Gordon (S&G) EBA negotiations have resumed following the Christmas/New Year’s break. The…

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The future of aviation – are you in?

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 11, 2021

Tonight airlines members came together online to fight for AviationKeeper and to extend JobKeeper for…

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Keep Australia Flying Report

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 10, 2021

Keep Australia Flying Report Today we launched the Keep Australia Flying Report. We surveyed more…

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Fair Work Commission approves new Virgin ASU Agreement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 3, 2021

Fair Work Commission approves new Virgin ASU Agreement We are pleased to advise that the…

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UNION WIN! Serco to Backpay Staff for Public Holidays

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJanuary 21, 2021

A number of ASU members have realised that they were not paid for Public Holidays,…

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It’s time to get into strategic planning – Launchpad course

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJanuary 20, 2021

We hear about strategic planning sessions all the time, but what is it and how…

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Want to learn Excel or PowerPoint – now’s your time!

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJanuary 11, 2021

Before work starts to get busy again, now is the perfect time to brush up…

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ASU in talks with Jetstar – Impacts of border closures

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 8, 2021

Jetstar waited until Christmas Eve to notify staff about new periods of Stand Down. As…

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New Year, New Career? Tools to get ahead.

Latest News, General Updates, PublicationsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 6, 2021

2020 is finally behind us. Now it’s time to take control of where you want…

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Staff Shortages at Virgin

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 22, 2020

Virgin contacted the ASU late last week about Guest Services staff shortages. The Company did…

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Unite Journal December 2020

Latest News, PublicationsBy LorcanDecember 17, 2020
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Auscript Update

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 11, 2020

As agreed between Auscript and the ASU and endorsed by ASU members; Commissioner Harper-Greenwell has…

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Virgin EBA – Vote Yes

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniDecember 11, 2020

Voting to formally finalise our Virgin Australia and ASU Guest Services and GCC Enterprise Agreement 2020 opens…

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16 days of activism against violence

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniDecember 7, 2020

This week we mark 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. We know that domestic and…

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Qantas Airports – Halfbaked restrucure

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 4, 2020

On 3 December, ASU representatives met with Qantas management to discuss the proposed restructure of…

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How ASU members can save at Xmas time

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniDecember 1, 2020

We know that COVID-19 and the economic recession have hit many families hard. Money is…

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Qantas outsources ground ops

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 30, 2020

Qantas has announced that it will outsource below wing work (ramp, baggage and aircraft presentation)…

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dnata catering announces redundancies

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 25, 2020

Our Union Delegates and Organisers had a national hook-up with senior dnata Catering executives late…

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Serco agrees to classification review

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 24, 2020

The ASU recently met with Serco Representatives to raise our concerns regarding the pay and…

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Jetstar scrambles to find staff for peak season

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 23, 2020

The ASU have been saying to Jetstar that they needed to think about resourcing a…

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RACV getting ready to bargain

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 17, 2020

Last night the ASU held a whole of RACV Meeting to discuss some major developments…

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ASU members endorse Virgin EBA

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 13, 2020

Last night ASU members voted overwhelmingly in favour of the ASU endorsing the proposed Virgin…

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Police Assistance Line, it’s time for fair pay!

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 12, 2020

The ASU has been invited to meet with Serco HR over the issue of pay…

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Jetstar rostering update

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 12, 2020

We’ve called on Jetstar to adopt a set of measures to fix front of house…

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Serco – upskilling deserves appropriate pay rates

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 11, 2020

The ASU understands Serco Services Australia members are now being trained in the Older Australians…

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Slaters COVID Update

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 11, 2020

ASU Delegates and Officials met with Slater & Gordon Management in our bi-monthly Joint Consultative…

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Menzies – 2021 Leave arrangements & rostering

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 10, 2020

Your ASU representatives met with Menzies management on Friday afternoon to discuss the Annual Leave…

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Antoher restructure, Shame Qantas!

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 5, 2020

Qantas has announced a major restructure of its airport operations. So far we know that…

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Menzies – No consultation on leave changes

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 1, 2020

We were all caught unawares late yesterday when Menzies announced that they would be making…

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Qatar Airways must apologise to Australian passengers for unacceptable treatment

Latest News, MediaBy Imogen SturniOctober 29, 2020

MEDIA STATEMENT Thursday, 29 October 2020 Qatar Airways must apologise to Australian passengers for unacceptable…

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Finally! We have detail from Helloworld on QBT redundancies!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 29, 2020

Finally! We have detail from Helloworld on QBT redundancies! After months of waiting, Helloworld has…

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Dispute with HelloWorld

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 28, 2020

Dispute with HelloWorld The ASU understands communications have been sent out last night by HelloWorld outlining…

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Cathay Pacific Restructure Announcement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 22, 2020

Cathay Pacific Restructure Announcement Yesterday Cathay Pacific Airways announced job losses across the network due…

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ASU meets with Bain to demand return to good faith bargaining

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 20, 2020

ASU meets with Bain to demand return to good faith bargaining On Monday afternoon the…

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Bain must come clean on plans for Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 14, 2020

Bain must come clean on plans for Virgin The ASU is incredibly concerned with today’s…

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ASU Challenges pay rates at PAL

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 13, 2020

ASU Challenges pay rates at PAL This week the ASU held members meetings about concerns…

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Virgin blows up negotiations with 4-year wage freeze proposal

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 13, 2020

Virgin blows up negotiations with 4-year wage freeze proposal Your ASU representatives met with management…

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Recent JobKeeper payments made by Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 12, 2020

Recent JobKeeper payments made by Virgin Last week you will have received a new rate…

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Recent JobKeeper payments made by Qantas

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 7, 2020

Recent JobKeeper payments made by Qantas Last week you should have received a JobKeeper payment…

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ASU member budget update – what does it mean for you?

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniOctober 7, 2020

The Morrison Federal Government has tonight just handed down the 2020 Federal Budget. So what…

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QF-QBT EOI update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 1, 2020

QF-QBT EOI update A meeting was held yesterday involving your Union Organisers, your ASU Delegates…

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JobKeeper Changes & Extended Scheme

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 1, 2020

JobKeeper Changes & Extended Scheme The Federal Government has made some important changes to JobKeeper.…

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JobKeeper Changes & Extended Scheme

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniOctober 1, 2020

The Federal Government has made some important changes to JobKeeper. The good news is that…

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Maurice Blackburn Employees Agreement 2020 has been voted upon and endorsed

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 25, 2020

Maurice Blackburn Employees Agreement 2020 has been voted upon and endorsed The ASU is pleased…

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ASU win! Federal sides with unions in Qantas JobKeeper case

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 24, 2020

ASU win! Federal sides with unions in Qantas JobKeeper case On 24 September 2020, the…

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Dnata Catering to cut up to 1000 Jobs across the country

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2020

Dnata Catering to cut up to 1000 Jobs across the country You may be aware…

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Proposed consolidation of Contact Centre Investigation & Express Parcels Freight Solutions Teams

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 17, 2020

Proposed consolidation of Contact Centre Investigation & Express Parcels Freight Solutions Teams On Friday last…

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Qantas Airports Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 17, 2020

Qantas Airports Update Today ASU delegates and officials met with the company reps to consult…

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Bain Capital confirmed as new owner of Virgin Australia

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 4, 2020

Bain Capital confirmed as new owner of Virgin Australia The Second Creditors Meeting was held…

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Qantas and Jetstar decide to put out to tender some Airports ground operations work

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 26, 2020

Qantas and Jetstar decide to put out to tender some Airports ground operations work On…

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Virgin Expressions of Interest Open on Friday 21 August

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2020

Since Virgin publicly announced significant job losses on 5 August your ASU representatives have been…

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Dnata members deserve better and our union is leading the way

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 14, 2020

Dnata members deserve better and our union is leading the way As the Industry continues…

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Victorian Childcare Changes and Flexibility at MB

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 14, 2020

Victorian Childcare Changes and Flexibility at MB ASU members at Maurice Blackburn will be aware…

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Qantas EOIs Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 6, 2020

Qantas EOIs update Expressions of interest for redundancy, leave without pay and also redeployment have…

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EBA negotiations to proceed

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 4, 2020

EBA negotiations to proceed The ASU have advised members since April 2020 that S&G and…

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JobKeeper 2.0 update for members

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJuly 24, 2020

As you may recall, earlier this year the ASU along with other Australian unions campaigned…

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ASU takes Qantas to Federal Court over Jobkeeper penalty rate wage theft

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 23, 2020

ASU takes Qantas to Federal Court over Jobkeeper penalty rate wage theft Early on the…

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Australians are getting left behind again

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJuly 23, 2020

Australians are getting left behind again JobKeeper 2.0 update for members As you may recall,…

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Qantas Airports EOIs on the way

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 17, 2020

Qantas Airports EOIs on the way ASU delegates and officials met with Qantas airports management…

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ASU win! Fair Work Commission tells Qantas to talk to ASU about Jobkeeper

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 9, 2020

ASU win! Fair Work Commission tells Qantas to talk to ASU about Jobkeeper As previously reported,…

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ASU update for QBT members

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 9, 2020

ASU update for QBT members Our union Organisers and Delegates from QBT met with Qantas…

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ASU Fights for better and safer conditions

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 8, 2020

ASU Fights for better and safer conditions As you have no doubt heard, Stage 3 lockdowns…

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ASU met with Jetstar about restructuring

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 8, 2020

ASU met with Jetstar about restructuring Following announcements made by Alan Joyce to the media…

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ASU Qantas Airport delegates meet with management

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 7, 2020

ASU Qantas Airport delegates meet with management ASU Qantas airport delegates and officials had our…

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Qantas lacks principles on JobKeeper – time to fight for what is rightfully ours

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 1, 2020

Qantas lacks principles on JobKeeper – time to fight for what is rightfully ours The…

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Unite Journal July 2020

Latest News, PublicationsBy LorcanJune 30, 2020
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Redundancies and Divestment of CAEL Team

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 30, 2020

Redundancies and Divestment of CAEL Team Redundancies at Slater & Gordon The ASU has been…

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ASU Member Magazine July 2020

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJune 30, 2020

ASU Member Magazine July 2020 Welcome to the mid-year edition of the ASU Unite Magazine…

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More Powerful Together: the Future of Virgin Group

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 26, 2020

More Powerful Together: the Future of Virgin Group We know that the last couple of…

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Qantas Group job losses announcement premature and must be reversed

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 25, 2020

Qantas Group job losses announcement premature and must be reversed Today Qantas has announced at…

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Qantas Group job losses announcement premature and must be reversed

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 25, 2020

Qantas Group job losses announcement premature and must be reversed Today Qantas has announced at…

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Armaguard announce redundancies

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 23, 2020

Armaguard announce redundancies Today the ASU received an email from Armaguard Linfox advising that the…

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Our plan to protect your job in the COVID-19 recovery

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJune 19, 2020

Our plan to protect your job in the COVID-19 recovery Last night hundreds of ASU…

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Update and ASU Visit for HelloWorld/Viva

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 16, 2020

Update and ASU Visit for HelloWorld/Viva These last few months have been unprecedented and difficult…

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Jetstar Meeting – Update for members

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 11, 2020

Jetstar Meeting – Update for members Our Union met with Senior Jetstar Management yesterday via…

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Fix JobKeeper

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 9, 2020

Fix JobKeeper I work for Dnata at Melbourne Airport. I work with some of the most…

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ASU Members at Menzies say No to pay freeze

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 4, 2020

ASU members have overwhelming opposed the Menzies Aviation’s proposal to freeze your pay until 1…

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Maurice Blackburn Members Meeting Next Week

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 4, 2020

Maurice Blackburn Members Meeting Next Week From our last EBA bulletin you are no doubt…

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Important ASU Bulletin, New Contracts

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 3, 2020

Important ASU Bulletin, New Contracts ASU members at Serco’s Services Australia contracts have been offered…

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New ASU Organiser

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJune 2, 2020

New ASU Organiser My name is Victor Jose and I’d like to take this opportunity…

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EBA update and the taking of annual leave

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 2, 2020

EBA update and the taking of annual leave Members will recall that in the 8th…

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Singapore Airlines Bargaining Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 29, 2020

Singapore Airlines Bargaining Update After wasting 3 weeks on Appendix D, Singapore Management needs to…

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Important update on your entitlements

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 28, 2020

Important update on your entitlements As you are aware, your union has been in regular…

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ASU update on continuation of minimal flying

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 22, 2020

ASU update on continuation of minimal flying ASU delegates and Organisers met with Jetstar ahead…

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Qantas may not be flying but there is still a lot happening!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 21, 2020

Qantas may not be flying but there is still a lot happening! There has been…

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SERCO Pay Offer – Bargaining update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 19, 2020

SERCO Pay Offer – Bargaining update The ASU met with SERCO to provide your feedback…

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ASU members left in the dark by THAI

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 19, 2020

The ASU recently received correspondence from Thai Airways International (‘known as THAI’) stating that they…

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Urgent Update: We need your help to fix JobKeeper

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMay 13, 2020

Breaking: Senate to vote TONIGHT on motion to fix JobKeeper for staff working for overseas…

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Cracks are starting to appear – keep fighting!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 13, 2020

Cracks are starting to appear – keep fighting! We would like to give you all…

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ASU win! Jetstar to pay JobKeeper on normal pay dates

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 13, 2020

ASU win! Jetstar to pay JobKeeper on normal pay dates The Qantas Group have provided…

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Virgin administration process next steps

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 11, 2020

Virgin administration process next steps What has already happened Step 1: Appoint Administrator The Board…

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Australian Super Union Guide

AssistBy Imogen SturniMay 8, 2020

Simplifying super for unions

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JobSeeker Payment

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 7, 2020

JobSeeker Payment As a result of the Federal Government’s decision to make dnata ineligible for…

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ASU Letter to Treasurer

AssistBy Imogen SturniMay 4, 2020

ASU letter to treasurer

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King Letter to Treasurer

AssistBy Imogen SturniMay 4, 2020

King Letter to Treasurer

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Morrison removes JobKeeper with stroke of a pen!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 4, 2020

Morrison removes JobKeeper with stroke of a pen! The ASU has become aware that dnata…

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You should expect to work in a safe environment!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 1, 2020

You should expect to work in a safe environment! As you know the ASU has…

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ASU update from the Virgin / Tigerair Creditors Meeting

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 1, 2020

ASU update from the Virgin / Tigerair Creditors Meeting Yesterday was a big day – the…

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ASU, Standing up for Casuals in Call Centres

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 30, 2020

ASU, Standing up for Casuals in Call Centres This week the ASU has issued SERCO…

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Jetstar need to urgently fix your JobKeeper issues!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 29, 2020

Jetstar need to urgently fix your JobKeeper issues! ASU members want Jetstar to pay them…

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JobKeeper pays coming!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 29, 2020

JobKeeper pays coming! In good news for ASU members at Menzies Aviation, the company has…

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ASU at Dnata Catering Update – National Consultative Committee Meeting

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 29, 2020

ASU at Dnata Catering Update – National Consultative Committee Meeting The National Consultative Committee is…

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Virgin Group workers joint mass meeting tomorrow 3.30pm AEST

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 28, 2020

Virgin Group workers joint mass meeting tomorrow 3.30pm AEST Tomorrow will be the first Virgin…

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Swissport threatens workers with redundancy!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 28, 2020

Swissport threatens workers with redundancy! The ASU wrote to Swissport on 24 April 2020 demanding…

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Virgin Group Proxies due 5pm TODAY

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 28, 2020

By now, you should have received information about the first Virgin Australia creditors meeting from…

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Jobkeeper at RACV

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 27, 2020

Jobkeeper at RACV Over the weekend RACV sent emails asking employees to complete a JobKeeper…

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Taking a stand at Serco TCS

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 24, 2020

For the past two months the ASU and CPSU have been actively negotiating with SERCO…

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ASU Virgin Group Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 24, 2020

By now, you should have received information about the first Virgin Australia creditors meeting from…

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URGENT Union Update – Virgin Group

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniApril 22, 2020

Tonight Deloitte has sent you a proxy from and your ELT has stated campaigning to…

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Save Virgin Australia

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniApril 17, 2020

We are calling on the government to urgently commit to financial assistance for Virgin Australia…

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Federal Government JobKeeper payment

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniApril 9, 2020

Updated 9 April 2020 For the last three weeks the ASU along with other Australian…

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JobKeeper – It Pays to be union!

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 31, 2020

It pays to be in the union! For the last three weeks the ASU along…

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Menzies Aviation stand down update

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMarch 30, 2020

ASU representatives met with Menzies management to discuss the stand down of employees. Discussion focused…

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Will Emirates Group support Australian employees?

Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 30, 2020

Our hard working Dnata Delegates have come across some correspondence that has been circulated to…

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When Domestic Violence Comes to Work (When work is at home)

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 25, 2020

Recent data from China showed that reports of domestic and family violence (DFV) increased up…

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Virgin Australia grounds planes and leaves staff in limbo once more

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 25, 2020

We know you’re hurting and are in shock this morning The situation for Virgin Australia…

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Letter to Alan Joyce re Payment of 2018 bonus

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 24, 2020

Dear Alan, Re: Payment of 2018 bonus to ASU members affected by stand down Print…

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Increased Support for Workers – Covid-19 Member Update

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 24, 2020

Increased support for workers who lose their jobs, are stood down, on low incomes, or…

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Menzies Aviation Members Update

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 20, 2020

It is now clear that the COVID-19 outbreak will have a significant impact on the…

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Virgin Australia Members Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 20, 2020

It is now clear that the COVID-19 outbreak will have a significant impact on the…

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Civica Update

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 20, 2020

Following all the Union members meetings held on Thursday at Civica your Union delegates and…

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Aviation Unions Letter to the PM

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General Updates, MediaBy Imogen SturniMarch 19, 2020

Dear Prime Minister, Download or print letter to PM here We write to you regarding…

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Aviation Workers COVID-19 Update

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 19, 2020

We know you’re worried. These are unprecedented times and things are changing so quickly. Unfortunately…

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Qantas Group Members Update

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 19, 2020

We know you’re worried! These are unprecedented times and things are changing so quickly. Unfortunately…

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Member Update – Government needs to support workers

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 18, 2020

There is a lot of anxiety about jobs, pay and entitlements in the wake of…

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Virgin Australia must provide certainty to staff

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 18, 2020

Given that the Company has notified staff about significant reductions in flight capacity of the…

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ASU and TWU letter to PM – Assistance to Airlines Industry

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMarch 17, 2020

Now is not the time for the government to sit on its hands. Assistance and…

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Airlines must stand by their workers – Media Release

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General Updates, MediaBy Imogen SturniMarch 16, 2020

As the airline industry braces for its most significant challenge in over a decade the…

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ASU update on impact of COVID-19 at Virgin Australia

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMarch 13, 2020

ASU members have contacted us about advice from the Company sent this morning, to all…

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Coronavirus – know your rights

Latest News, Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMarch 12, 2020

There is a lot of information out there about coronavirus and it can be confusing…

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ASU says vote “NO” to the Emirates agreement!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 19, 2020

You will be able to vote on a proposed agreement from the 20 to 26…

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Virgin EBA survey results are in!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 18, 2020

Thank you to everyone who filled in a survey over the last month and a…

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Serco Minutes – February

AssistBy Imogen SturniFebruary 10, 2020

Over the past 2 weeks ASU members from all Serco’s have had off-site meetings together…

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ASU update on Coronavirus

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 31, 2020

It has now been confirmed that a passenger travelling on Tiger Australia flight TT566 from Melbourne…

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Serco TCS Survey

AssistBy Imogen SturniJanuary 13, 2020

On the 31st of December SERCO finally issued the bargaining notices, meaning we will now…

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Industrial Action at Jetstar – Know your rights!

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniDecember 11, 2019

For a period of 30 days over the Christmas and New Year period, members of…

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Unite Journal December 2019

Latest News, PublicationsBy LorcanDecember 5, 2019
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Civil Society Statement on Domestic Nuclear Power

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 18, 2019

Submission to the Standing Committee on Environment and Energy Inquiry into Nuclear Energy in Australia,…

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dnata PAX – Rostering equality and fairness at work

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 11, 2019

The ASU has been made aware of issues around rostering practices and changes to shift…

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ASU wants employers to support the Global Climate Strike

General Updates, MediaBy Imogen SturniSeptember 2, 2019

The ASU has written to all employers asking them to get behind the Global Climate…

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ASU Supports Global Climate Strike – September 20

General Updates, MediaBy Imogen SturniAugust 28, 2019

The ASU Victorian Private Sector Branch on behalf of our members is proud to support…

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ASU Career Launchpad August Courses Now Open

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2019

Did you know as a member of the ASU you have free and exclusive access…

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Emirates Bargaining Team serve a joint log of claims

Latest News, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJuly 28, 2019

On Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th July 2019, the union representatives for the ASU and…

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Maurice Blackburn EBA Update

Latest News, Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 17, 2019

On the 10th of July we had our second EBA meeting. While the first EBA…

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Virgin Australia – Your next pay rise is due in July

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 2, 2019

Good news! Your next EBA pay increase of 2.75% is due to commence on the…

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Unite Journal June 2019

Latest News, PublicationsBy LorcanJune 27, 2019
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Important Changes to Insurance & Your Super

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJune 25, 2019

Act now or risk losing your life insurance: Contact your super fund by June 30…

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Vote to Change the Rules on 18 May

General UpdatesBy LorcanMay 6, 2019

The Federal Election on 18 May 2019 is our best chance to restore fairness for…

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Exclusive ASU Budget Analysis – Epic Fail

Opinion, BlogBy LorcanApril 2, 2019

The federal pre-election sales pitch budget has failed to provide any plan to increase real…

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Change the Rules Rally 10 April 2019

Industry Bulletins, BlogBy LorcanApril 2, 2019

March for job security and fair pay for all working Australians. Download details and print…

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Unite Journal April 2019

PublicationsBy LorcanApril 2, 2019
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Dnata PAX EBA approved

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanMarch 26, 2019

Great news, your new EBA was finally certified in the Fair Work Commission today! What…

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JETSTAR – Your next pay rise is due in April 2019

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanMarch 20, 2019

Good news! Your next EBA pay increase of 3% is due to commence on the…

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Your exclusive member-only professional development program

General UpdatesBy LorcanMarch 3, 2019

As a member of the ASU Victorian Private Sector Branch, you have exclusive access to…

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Maurice Blackburn Delegate Elections

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanFebruary 19, 2019

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Unite Journal February 2019

PublicationsBy LorcanFebruary 14, 2019
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Slater & Gordon – To get a bonus or not to get a bonus, that is the question

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJanuary 25, 2019

On Thursday 25th January, Slater and Gordon held a second briefing session about the proposed…

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Slater’s – The year ahead is shaping up to be another big one! Welcome to 2019

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 23, 2019

What’s ahead for 2019? Throughout 2019 we expect that Slater’s intends to address and or…

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Legal Industry Information Flyer

General UpdatesBy LorcanJanuary 1, 2019

Within Victoria the ASU has high levels of active membership across many law firms. The…

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2018 What a year it has been!

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniDecember 24, 2018

Another big year is coming to an end and we wanted to send you our…

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Oxfam EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 19, 2018

Last week your ASU negotiating team met with management to continue discussing the terms and…

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Time to send a message at the Qantas AGM – WE WANT OUR BONUS

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 26, 2018

This year we are sending ASU representatives to the Qantas AGM to ask the Board…

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Flight Centre Agreement – Have your say

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 26, 2018

Australian Services Union members are asked to vote to endorse or disendorse Flight Centre’s proposed…

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Oxfam fail to consult

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 20, 2018

Oxfam Australia has failed to consult with the ASU and the Staff Consultative Committee (SCC)…

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You can be proud today

Industry Bulletins, General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 19, 2018

Today, for the first time, Labor announced that if elected to Government, it would implement…

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Dnata PAX – Bargaining on track

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 3, 2018

The ASU and your delegates held further negotiations for your EBA on Friday 31 August…

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Virgin Pay Rise & Backpay

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 14, 2018

Wishing all ASU members at Virgin a Happy Pay Rise and Backpay Day this Wednesday…

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dnata PAX – Bargaining recommences for new EBA

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 11, 2018

Your ASU delegates, Maria and Nerisa along with Matt Norrey from the ASU met with…

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dnata RC EBA aprroved

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2018

Back pay and pay increases on the way. After 4 months of waiting the Fair…

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Flight Centre EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 31, 2018

ASU members have endorsed the attached log of claims. This document will be the basis for…

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Menzies EBA Update – First Bargaining Meeting

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 4, 2018

Your negotiating team met with management representatives in Sydney on Friday 1 June. Your negotiating…

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Another day, another AeroCare court case!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 15, 2018

Today AeroCare lost its third legal proceeding in a row, the latest being an appeal…

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Will you join us Wednesday to Change the Rules?

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMay 7, 2018

Working people are facing some of the most significant threats to working conditions and rates…

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ASU members demand better security

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 26, 2018

The ASU has been contacted by many ASU members across Melbourne Airport outraged and shocked…

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Jetstar, it’s a BIG YES to ASU EBA 6!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 19, 2018

ASU EBA 6 has been approved by the majority of staff who voted. 97% of…

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ASU members lobby key politicians to get super working for women

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 13, 2018

A delegation of ASU members visited Federal Parliament in Canberra last week to urge members…

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Mass Delegates Meeting – Change the Rules

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniApril 6, 2018

Working people are facing some of the most significant threats to working conditions and rates…

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ASU Recommends Voting ‘YES’ to Jetstar/ASU EBA6

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 26, 2018

The ASU National Negotiating Team has been supported by members across Australia and we recommend…

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Menzies Enterprise Agreement Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 19, 2018

After months of delays at the Fair Work Commission Menzies has decided to withdraw your…

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Dnata – A massive Yes vote!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 13, 2018

91% of employees vote yes for the new Ramp and Cargo EBA.  Voting for your…

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Qantas – Brace Yourself Airport Workforce Planning will affect you

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 23, 2018

The ASU has had 8 meetings (last one on 21st February 2018) with Qantas about…

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JQ EBA 6 offer for members to consider!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyFebruary 14, 2018

On 8 February your NNT held further negotiations with Jetstar.  After a lengthy but healthy…

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ASU negotiating team recommends a deal at Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 13, 2018

Your ASU national negotiating team have been working hard to get a deal on the…

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ASU condemns government’s attack on community organisation advocacy

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 6, 2018

The Australian Services Union has made a submission to a parliamentary inquiry condemning the Government’s…

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Fair Work Commission approves Slater and Gordon Support Staff and Lawyers Agreements

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 25, 2018

We are pleased to advise that the Fair Work Commission has approved the new ASU/Slater…

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BREAKING – ASU MEMBERS WIN BACKDOWN FROM MANAGEMENT ON CUTS TO OVERTIME

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 24, 2018

Your ASU representatives met with management representatives on 24 January 2018. Management advised us that…

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Virgin management still trying to cut overtime for part time employees

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 18, 2018

Your ASU National Negotiation Team met with Virgin Australia representatives to progress discussions for your…

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Startrack ASU Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 13, 2017

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Progress on Jetstar EBA6 has been made but there is more to do

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniDecember 13, 2017

The ASU Jetstar National Negotiating team (NNT) met for a day-long meeting to work through…

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Qatar Airways: The benefits of an enterprise agreement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 13, 2017

Employees at Qatar Airways have told the Australian Services Union (ASU) that they want to…

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Message from the Branch Secretary

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniNovember 17, 2017

As you know, I recently took leave from my position as Branch Secretary of the…

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Qantas / AaE Freight Integration

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 17, 2017

Our Union met with Qantas Management on November 8th to discuss several issues relating to…

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ASU Qantas Delegate Nominations EOI

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 16, 2017

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Jetstar EBA 6 update

Industry BulletinsBy KristyOctober 17, 2017

The ASU and the Jetstar National Negotiating Team last week met with JQetstarmanagement on 9th…

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The ASU recommends you vote YES at Menzies!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 16, 2017

In March the ASU served your EBA claims and commenced negotiations with Menzies for a…

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What is happening with the Aerocare Collective Agreement 2017?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 5, 2017

As you are likely aware the Aerocare Collective Agreement 2017 was rejected by the Fair…

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Statement from the Branch Secretary Ingrid Stitt

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 28, 2017

For the last 24 years I have had the privilege of representing ASU members across…

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No Deal Emirates

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 27, 2017

Emirates staff are standing together and voting NO to Emirates proposed Agreement.  Emirates staff have…

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No Deal Emirates

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 27, 2017

Emirates staff are standing together and voting NO to Emirates proposed Agreement.  Emirates staff have…

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Startrack, your new EBA is ready for you to vote!

Industry BulletinsBy KristySeptember 25, 2017

The ASU is happy to report that we have reached an in-principle agreement with Startrack…

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BREAKING: Fair Work Commission Rejects Aerocare Agreement as it does not meet legal minimum standards

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 1, 2017

On 31 August the Fair work commission rejected the substandard Aerocare agreement that was opposed…

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ASU Jetstar Claim Endorsed – EBA 6 negotiations about to kick off

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 1, 2017

ASU members at ports throughout the country overwhelmingly endorsed our claim for Jetstar EBA 6.…

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BREAKING: Fair Work Commission Rejects Aerocare Agreement as it does not meet legal standards

Industry BulletinsBy KristyAugust 31, 2017

BREAKING: Fair Work Commission Rejects Aerocare Agreement as it does not meet legal standards Today…

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Bargaining committee brings Emirates back to the table

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 24, 2017

Following the successful ‘No!’ vote in June, the Bargaining Committee brought Emirates back to the…

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Resources restructure debacle

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 24, 2017

We had another meeting with Qantas on 23 August 2017 in Sydney. We got more…

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Time to tell us what you think

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 24, 2017

Your ASU national negotiating team met with VA management on Tuesday 15 August 2017. At…

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Resources Restructure Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 16, 2017

Unfortunately Qantas came to our scheduled meeting on 15th August 2017 with ASU delegates and…

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Jetstar EBA Bargaining to Commence!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 11, 2017

ASU officers have been discussing commencing negotiations for a new EBA with Jetstar management. The…

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Aerocare Collective Agreement 2017 Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 10, 2017

The Fair Work Commission has now held the approval hearing for the Aerocare Collective Agreement…

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Menzies Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 8, 2017

Meal break during overtime After months of negotiations and hearings at the Fair Work Commission,…

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Qantas History repeats, repeats, repeats!!!!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 3, 2017

Today Qantas has made the extraordinary announcement that they intend to centralise ALL of the…

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Women deserve super too!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 2, 2017

New report reveals retirement is not so super for women. Following two major ASU surveys…

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Time to send a message to VA management

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 31, 2017

Your ASU negotiating team met with management again on 25 July 2017. We discussed a…

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Qantas National Airports Meeting

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 21, 2017

Your ASU representatives met with Qantas management on Monday the 17th of July for a…

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Staff reject Emirates’ offer

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 11, 2017

All the way through bargaining Emirates has taken a hard-line on all proposals put forward…

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Qantas Roster POC Update

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniJuly 5, 2017

This morning the ASU received confirmation from Qantas that the Flexible Rostering Preference Proof of…

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Serious questions raised about legality of Aerocare agreement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 5, 2017

The Fair Work Commission has made orders that Aerocare must produce a range of employment…

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Unite Journal June 2017

PublicationsBy LorcanJune 22, 2017
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ASU says Vote NO at Emirates!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 16, 2017

Emirates will roll the dice and put an inferior Agreement out to vote. Your Union…

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ASU members say NO to Virgin’s proposed pay cuts

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 9, 2017

Your ASU delegates met with Virgin on 8 June 2017 and responded to Virgin’s log…

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Virgin EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 6, 2017

URGENT: We’ve just been informed that a TWU EBA survey has been sent to all…

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Virgin wants to cut your take home pay!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 5, 2017

Bargaining update Your ASU representatives have finally received a list of changes that Virgin wants…

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StarTrack EBA Bargaining to Commence!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJune 5, 2017

ASU officials met with Startrack Express managers on June 2 2017 in Melbourne to discuss…

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Emirates lowball loyal staff with below average pay offer

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 26, 2017

Emirates, your union and bargaining representatives met last Tuesday for bargaining. Emirates have revised some…

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Virgin, why are we waiting?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 19, 2017

Your ASU representatives met with management on Wednesday 17 May 2017 to progress negotiations for…

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Australian Senate hears from Dnata workers

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 19, 2017

Yesterday representatives from the ASU in Victoria, together with ASU members and Delegates from Dnata,…

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Dnata: But wait there’s more…

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 12, 2017

Following today’s decision by Dnata to withdraw the application for the dodgy AHSA EBA, the…

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Statement from the ASU Branch Secretary Ingrid Stitt

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMay 12, 2017

ASU has huge win for the airline industry This morning lawyers for Dnata wrote to…

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ASU Members Across Airlines – Stronger Together

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniMay 5, 2017

There’s been a lot going on in airline industry in the first part of 2017.…

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Some progress made at Virgin – but a long way to go!

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniApril 26, 2017

Your ASU delegates met with Virgin management on Thursday 20 April 2017 to progress negotiations…

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Casuals denied a vote by Aerocare

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 19, 2017

Aerocare today said that their EBA was approved by a majority of employees entitled to…

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It’s time to vote “NO” at Aerocare

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 10, 2017

As predicted, Aerocare management have decided to put their substandard agreement out to vote without…

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Aerocare maintains their poor offer!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 7, 2017

Following the meeting on Friday 31st March 2017 Aerocare have given a written response to…

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Dnata EBA Bargaining to commence!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 7, 2017

Even though there is a dispute over the dodgy AHSA agreement that Dnata is trying…

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Commission Hearing for Dodgy AHSA Agreement Adjourned!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 5, 2017

Commission hearing for the AHSA agreement has been adjourned until 15 May 2017. The Fair…

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Bargaining update at Singapore Airlines

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 5, 2017

Throughout 2017 your Union has been involved in bargaining with Singapore Airlines management and the…

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Jetstar EBA Survey

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 4, 2017

Jetstar EBA 5 will expire on 30 September 2017. That means we need to start…

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Aerocare EBA – you deserve a better deal

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 3, 2017

Your Australian Services Union negotiating team met with representatives of Aerocare to continue enterprise bargaining…

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Dnata’s Dodgy AHSA EBA listed for hearing!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyApril 3, 2017

On Thursday 6 April 2017 Dnata’s AHSA and Altara’s AGR substandard EBA’s are listed for…

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Bargaining continues at Menzies

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 31, 2017

Your national negotiating team met again with Menzies management on 29 March 2017. This meeting…

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No list of claims from Virgin management yet

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 27, 2017

Your ASU delegates met with Virgin Australia management in Brisbane on 20 March 2017. We…

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Unions keep pressure on Dnata

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 24, 2017

On Wednesday 23 March 2017 the ASU and TWU held a further meeting with Dnata…

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Menzies update: Meal breaks during overtime

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 24, 2017

The ASU has once again requested that a hearing be held at the Fair Work…

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Aerocare provide first agreement

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 21, 2017

On 15th March 2017 Aerocare management provided their first draft of the proposed new agreement…

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Unions meet with Dnata

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 17, 2017

On Wednesday 15 March 2017 ASU and TWU delegates from around the country held a…

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Dnata caught red handed!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 14, 2017

Yesterday dnata sent out an all staff memo advising you that they have started a…

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Your Questions need Answers from Dnata

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 14, 2017

As was outlined in the ASU’s previous bulletin dnata has been caught red handed setting…

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Discussions on new wages & conditions at AeroCare begin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 28, 2017

Thanks to the many people across Australia that have taken the time to fill in…

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Penalty rates decision an attack on hard working shift workers

General UpdatesBy LorcanFebruary 23, 2017

Fair Work Commission’s decision to reduce Sunday penalty rates for retail, fast food and hospitality…

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Call Centre Code represents best practice for workers, industry and government

MediaBy LorcanFebruary 21, 2017

The ASU has welcomed the launch of a new Call Centre Code with the Victorian…

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Call Centre Code represents best practice for workers, industry and government

General UpdatesBy LorcanFebruary 21, 2017

The ASU has welcomed the launch of a new Call Centre Code with the Victorian…

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Bargaining Kicks off at Virgin Australia

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 21, 2017

On 20 February 2017 your ASU delegates met with management and gave them a list…

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Qantas Abandons Australian Call Centre Jobs – Again!

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 2, 2017

At a time when Australians are crying out for more investment in jobs and skills,…

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Menzies EBA Meetings

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 24, 2017

The ASU will be holding members meetings this week to endorse the ASU Menzies EBA…

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Unite Journal December 2016

PublicationsBy LorcanDecember 19, 2016
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Virgin EBA 2017 Survey now open!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 8, 2016

Team members at Virgin now have the opportunity to negotiate a new enterprise agreement as…

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Emirates Staff have too much to lose

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 8, 2016

The ASU and bargaining representatives met with Emirates again this week. To date there has…

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Menzies EBA 2017 Survey

MediaBy Imogen SturniNovember 18, 2016

The Menzies Sydney and Melbourne Airport EBA expires on 31 January 2017. So that ASU…

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NHC EBA being finalised for your approval

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 27, 2016

The ASU and your delegates would like to thank all members for your patience during…

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Emirates Enterprise Agreement 2016 – Meeting

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 18, 2016

The ASU, ALAEA and Individual Bargaining Representatives met as a Bargaining Committee with Emirates on…

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SERCO Traffic Camera Services

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 17, 2016

SERCO Traffic Camera Services Proposed Log of Claims The flexibility term should be limited to allowances…

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Qantas ground staff EBA ground-breaking

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanOctober 13, 2016

Qantas ground staff EBA ground-breaking The new Qantas ground staff EBA has been hailed as…

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Qantas ground staff EBA ground-breaking

MediaBy LorcanOctober 13, 2016

Qantas ground staff EBA ground-breaking The new Qantas ground staff EBA has been hailed as…

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Qantas – It’s a BIG YES to ASU EBA 11

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 12, 2016

Qantas staff have voted overwhelmingly to endorse the ASU EBA 11 deal negotiated and recommended…

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Key facts: Qantas / ASU EBA 11

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanOctober 12, 2016

The new Qantas / ASU EBA 11 is a big win for ASU members, delivering…

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Time to vote YES for the ASU Qantas EBA 11

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 3, 2016

Voting for the ASU Qantas EBA 11 starts at 9am EST today, Monday 3rd October…

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Dnata Ramp Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 20, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Menzies – Don’t push us too far!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 20, 2016

The ASU was in the FWC for a second time today in an attempt to…

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Union says plebiscite on marriage equality will cause workplace discrimination

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2016

The long-standing ASU position on marriage rights for LGBTIQ people is that it’s simply a…

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Menzies Fair Work Commission report back

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 12, 2016

As you are aware the ASU was in the FWC today in relation to employees…

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Emirates EBA Survey Now Open

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 2, 2016

The Australian Services Union will shortly commence negotiations for a new enterprise agreement for staff…

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Injured Workers & OHS Forum

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniSeptember 2, 2016

Have you been injured at work? Dealing with a workplace injury is stressful and frustrating,…

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Qantas profit a tribute to the hard work of ASU members

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 24, 2016

Qantas has today announced a record profit of $1.53 billion, in no small part a result…

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Startrack ASU delegate nominations 2016

Industry BulletinsBy KristyAugust 10, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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NHC Negotiations starting to head in the right direction

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 3, 2016

On Friday 29 July the ASU and your delegates held further discussions with NHC about…

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Virgin Part-Time Rosters

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2016

Last Friday Virgin announced that part-time team members will move to a 6/3 roster pattern…

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QH EBA 3 – 92.42% vote YES

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 28, 2016

Union members on the Qantas Holidays EBA have voted overwhelmingly in favour for a new…

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Time to talk about EBA 11 negotiations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 24, 2016

Since our last bulletin we have had 3 more meetings with the company – bringing our…

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New ASU Delegates for Dnata Passenger Services!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJuly 22, 2016

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Maria Scafi & Nerisa Tofete to the…

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New ASU delegates for Jetstar Melbourne Airport!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJuly 22, 2016

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Joanne Barton & Zoran Andric to the…

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ASU RETIRED MEMBERS GROUP

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJuly 21, 2016

A number of retired ASU members have recently got together and, with the support of…

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Part-time roster changes at Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 19, 2016

As you’re aware, Virgin have recently announced proposed changes to the part-time roster at Melbourne…

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Qantas Holidays EBA 3 to go out for vote

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 14, 2016

As members are aware a new rollover Agreement has been proposed for the Australian Services…

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UNION MEMBERS MEETINGS FOR TENIX EMPLOYEES

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniJuly 12, 2016

A meeting of all Union members at Tenix has been arranged to discuss the fast…

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Bob Hawke receives ASU Life membership of the union

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 7, 2016

This week the ASU presented a great Australian with life membership of the union.  Bob…

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NEW EBA FINALISED FOR MYER DC MEMBERS

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 7, 2016

ASU members at Myer Distribution Centre in Altona have finalised their new EBA this week.…

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RACV EBA UPDATE: STICK TOGETHER AND FIGHT MANAGEMENT ATTACKS ON YOUR WORKPLACE CONDITIONS

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 30, 2016

TO ALL UNION MEMBERS IN THE RACV MCC AND RELATED WORK AREAS The negotiations for…

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Tabcorp/ASU On-Course & Special Events EBA: SUMMARY OF BARGAINING

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 27, 2016

Since the last ASU update, EBA negotiations have been continuing for a replacement agreement for…

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Advice from the ASU: Transition to Dispute Resolution Officer

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 26, 2016

ASU Organiser for TIO Andy Lewis has met with employees to discuss the transition of…

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Maurice Blackburn walks away from negotiations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 21, 2016

“Come back to the table when you agree” – that’s what the Maurice Blackburn negotiators told…

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TNT Personal Leave: Return to work interviews

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 20, 2016

The ASU has been informed that TNT is now providing letters to employees concerning return…

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Unite 2016

PublicationsBy Imogen SturniJune 17, 2016

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What would a Penalty Rate cut mean for ASU Members?

OpinionBy LorcanJune 14, 2016

Weekends are as important as they have ever been. Did you know that in 1997…

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QH ASU Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 10, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Dnata Ramp & Cargo – Your next EBA pay rise is due in July!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJune 9, 2016

Your next EBA pay increase of 2.5% is due to commence on the first full…

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Dnata Passenger Services – Your next EBA pay rise is due in July!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJune 9, 2016

Your next EBA pay increase of 2.75% is due to commence on the first full…

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Startrack – Your next EBA pay rise is due in July!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyJune 9, 2016

Your next EBA pay increase of 3% is due to commence on the first full…

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Dnata Passanger Services ASU Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 8, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Jetstar Melbourne Airport ASU Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 8, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Toll IPEC EA negotiations to recommence

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 7, 2016

You will be aware that as a result of a number of administrative errors made…

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It’s almost pay rise time at Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 6, 2016

Your next EBA pay increase is due to commence on the first full pay period…

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No progress yet on QF EBA 11

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 6, 2016

We’ve had 2 meetings with Qantas since our last bulletin – on 26th May and 1st…

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MAURICE BLACKBURN EMPLOYEES IN RED FOR REM DAY

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 6, 2016

It was a sea of RED at Maurice Blackburn last Wednesday when employees donned their…

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ASU MEMBERS DELEGATION TO MEET WITH STATE MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 27, 2016

A large group of 60 union members from across 16 different Unions visited State Parliament…

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Qantas say one thing & mean another

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 18, 2016

Your National Negotiating Team (NNT) have met twice with Qantas since our last bulletin, on 28th…

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Armaguard EBA gets the thumbs up!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMay 13, 2016

Great news, your new EBA has been voted up by the majority of employees. Well…

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Maurice Blackburn: Some good progress but still a way to go

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMay 11, 2016

Since our last bulletin we have had 2 meetings with the employer representatives on 26th…

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Menzies Paid Meal Break During Overtime

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 11, 2016

The ASU is currently investigating a potential back pay claim for the underpayment of meal…

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Armaguard voting opens for new EBA

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMay 5, 2016

On Friday 6 May 2016 the formal ballot for your new EBA will open.  It…

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Union members in the RACV MCC and related work areas

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 4, 2016

As you all know the Union and the various employee bargaining reps have had a…

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ASU members say YES to Publicis Loyalty EBA claim

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 3, 2016

Union members have endorsed the ASU’s EBA claim following meetings with members last week.  The…

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Qantas tables their claims

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 18, 2016

At our fourth EBA meeting on 14th April 2016 Qantas finally provided us with the issues…

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Happy Pay Rise Jetstar!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 7, 2016

Happy pay rise!  Your EBA pay increase is brought to you by union members. Your…

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ASU Delegate Nominations at Jetstar Avalon Airport

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 23, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Professional office workers – what are your workplace concerns?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 15, 2016

As the union for workers in your sector, the Australian Services Union is currently conducting…

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It’s not all about the Qantas credit rating

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 15, 2016

On March 10th, 2016 our second EBA meeting with Qantas management kicked off with the…

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Jetstar, your next EBA pay rise is due in April!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 11, 2016

Your next EBA pay increase of 3% is due to commence on the first full…

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Menzies, your next EBA pay rise is due in April!

Industry BulletinsBy KristyMarch 11, 2016

Your next EBA pay increase of 3% is due to commence on the first full…

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ASU members say YES to Qantas EBA 11 claim

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 2, 2016

ASU members across Australia have overwhelmingly endorsed the ASU’s EBA 11 claim after attending meetings…

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Menzies ASU Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 19, 2016

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Armaguard negotiations continue

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 10, 2016

Our most recent negotiation with Armaguard saw the company bring to the table a few…

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Continuing to consult with Tabcorp

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 9, 2016

Today Tabcorp asked the union to a meeting to discuss the plans that RVL have…

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All systems go for Qantas EBA 11

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 9, 2016

Around 60 ASU delegates from all states and territories met in Melbourne on 3 February…

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Menzies Rostering Committee EOI

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 28, 2016

Expressions of Interest for the PAX Rostering Committee are now open. Menzies are currently seeking…

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Unite Journal December 2015

PublicationsBy LorcanJanuary 18, 2016
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Commonwealth MOP(S) Act employees staff agreement 2016

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 22, 2015

Enterprise agreement bargaining expected to commence in 2016 On Tuesday 15 December 2015, the Department…

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Employees vote overwhelmingly in favour of new Agreement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 20, 2015

Employees have overwhelmingly voted to agree to the terms of new ASU and Helloworld Enterprise…

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Update on national implementation

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 20, 2015

On 14th December ASU delegates and officials met with Virgin Airports GCC and industrial relations…

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Maurice Blackburn responds to our claims

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 16, 2015

Your ASU National Negotiating Team (NNT) met face to face with the firm’s negotiators for…

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Changes to KPI’s at World Vision – Changes to the Business

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 16, 2015

ASU Officials met with Management on Thursday 10th of November to discuss the implementation of…

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SICK LEAVE: TENIX EMPLOYEES – YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 11, 2015

The Union has received a number of queries from Tenix employees regarding their Sick Leave…

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UNION MEMBERS MEETINGS REGARDING LEAVE LOADING UNDERPAYMENT

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 11, 2015

The first group of meetings begin today to explain to RAC employees the back payment…

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Happy back-pay day at Dnata Passenger

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 10, 2015

After long arduous negotiations the day has finally arrived where the company is paying you…

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New Helloworld agreement to be put out to vote – ASU recommends that you vote YES

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 9, 2015

Following ASU members endorsing the proposal for a new Helloworld Agreement, you will know that…

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Dnata PAX agreements get stamp of approval

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 3, 2015

We are pleased to advise that the four ASU / Dnata passenger services agreement for…

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Birdlife Australia: AEC to post Secret Ballot papers

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 1, 2015

As employees will be aware, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ordered that the Australian…

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INSOLVENCY COMPANY APPOINTED TO OVERSEE CALL ACTIVE AFFAIRS

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 1, 2015

As mentioned in yesterdays information update an announcement was imminent about the appointment of an…

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ASU Members at Call Active Information Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 30, 2015

As all Union members will now know Call Active management announced late on Friday afternoon…

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Changes to defined benefit superannuation at Qantas Holidays

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 20, 2015

On 19 & 20 November 2015 Qantas Holidays employees were advised that the defined benefit…

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ASU delegates win changes to Virgin’s roster ‘optimisation’ proposal

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 20, 2015

You will know by now that Virgin has decided to implement a change that will…

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SMCT Review process reaches final stage

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 12, 2015

The ASU is aware that employees have expressed concern at the time taken to obtain…

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Birdlife Australia – Majority Support Fair Work Commission outcome

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 12, 2015

The ASU’s majority support application was heard by the Fair Work Commission on Friday 6th…

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Dnata Passenger Services EBA Voted Up

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 5, 2015

Great news!  Your EBA has been voted up by 175 yes votes to zero no…

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Jetstar – T4 Parking Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 5, 2015

Whilst we understand that the move to T4 is imminent the ASU and your representatives…

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Australian Volunteers International: Know Your Rights

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 4, 2015

Welcome to the ASU’s monthly Know Your Rights series. ASU members at AVI have bargained…

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ASU forces AaE to delay payroll changes

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 30, 2015

On Tuesday 27 October the ASU took AaE to the Fair Work Commission over its…

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ASU Delegates get some wins at Jetstar

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 29, 2015

Your ASU representatives met with representatives of Jetstar on 28 September to discuss a whole…

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QF EBA 11 Preparations Begin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 26, 2015

At the recent national meeting of ASU Qantas delegates it was resolved to commence our…

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ASU takes AaE to the Commission over changes to pay cycle

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 20, 2015

On 19 October 2015 the ASU filed a dispute in the Fair Work Commission over…

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Jetstar Carpark update – It’s time that JQ show that they care by putting safety concerns ahead of a buck

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 19, 2015

The ASU again met with the company on 15 October where we questioned the accuracy…

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Virgin: All take and no give

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 16, 2015

Yesterday your ASU reps and WPCC (Workplace Consultative Committee) members met with management to discuss…

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Dnata – New EBA to be put out for vote – ASU Recommends you vote yes

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 14, 2015

Following ASU members endorsing the proposal for a new Dnata Passenger Services Enterprise Agreement, we…

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Jetstar T4 Parking Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 12, 2015

As you are aware the ASU has demanded another meeting with senior management in relation…

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Low cost carrier should not mean second class working conditions at Jetstar

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 7, 2015

As you are no doubt aware the ASU met with company representatives on 22 September…

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Birdlife Australia Application for Majority Support Determination

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 7, 2015

On Monday 5th of October the ASU filed an Application for a Majority Support Determination…

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Slater & Gordon Lawyers and Law Clerks Overwhelmingly Vote in Favour of New Agreement

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 5, 2015

Employees have overwhelmingly voted to agree to the terms of new ASU and Slater and…

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Union Meeting called for Tabcorp Oncourse members

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 5, 2015

It’s time we had a meeting with members to discuss the EBA and the negotiations…

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Thai Airways back at the table

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 1, 2015

In recent days the ASU has been in discussions with Thai Airways about your expired…

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Jetstar Carpark Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2015

On Tuesday 22 September your ASU delegates and officials met with senior representatives from the…

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Nowicki Carbone / Slater + Gordon Integration: Your questions answered

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 17, 2015

The ASU has worked hard to extract promises from Slater and Gordon about the integration…

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ASU calls on Jetstar to reverse park their inadequate parking options

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 16, 2015

The ASU has been made aware of the fact that CEO David Hall sent an…

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New ASU Delegate at Jetstar Head Office

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 15, 2015

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Trent Rowe to the position of ASU…

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Are you on a fixed-term contract? Jane’s story.

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2015

An ASU member, Jane* had her employment terminated reached, with the assistance of the ASU, a…

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Back to work from maternity or parental leave?

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2015

The ASU receives many queries and often participates in disputes around members returning to work…

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Getting the right annual leave entitlement if you’re terminated

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2015

A recent Federal court decision has determined that the usual entitlements an employee receives when…

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Minimum Award rates increase

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2015

Each year the Fair Work Commission reviews all the pay rates and allowance payments under…

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Qantas Group National Delegates’ Meeting makes plans

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 14, 2015

Over 65 delegates from across the Qantas Group were out in force at the recent…

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NEW AGREEMENT TO BE PUT OUT TO VOTE – ASU RECOMMENDS THAT YOU VOTE YES

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 11, 2015

Following ASU members endorsing the proposal for a new Enterprise Agreement for lawyers and law…

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Dnata Passenger Services It’s time to vote for your EBA

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 11, 2015

As you are no doubt aware the ASU has been negotiating your EBA for some…

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Jetstar Head Office ASU Delegate Nominations

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 4, 2015

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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ASU asks Singapore Airlines questions about shutting down defined benefit superannuation

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 4, 2015

You would now be aware that Singapore Airlines has set the wheels in motion to…

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SMCT Bargaining: Final Document sent to Department of Health

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 4, 2015

The ASU is pleased to announce that drafting of your Enterprise Agreement is now complete.…

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TABCORP: Is this the end of an era?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 4, 2015

Recent negotiations between Tabcorp & the ASU on September 2 revealed, if not the full…

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Roster Changes & your rights at work

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 1, 2015

The announcement this week of massive changes to the roster will have a big impact…

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Unite Journal June 2015

PublicationsBy LorcanSeptember 1, 2015

Read the June 2015 edition of the ASU Unite Journal.

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TABCORP Oncourse what do you think?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 28, 2015

It seems as though the price we must pay for getting all the information we…

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Malaysia Airlines Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2015

Following the recent hearing at the Fair Work Commission, the ASU has received the attached letter…

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15 Days to go and it seems like Malaysia Airlines still doesn’t know what’s happening

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 13, 2015

Malaysia Airlines Systems (MAS) still cannot answer how MAS will operate in Australian when it…

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Bargaining by drip feed!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 13, 2015

Finally, after months of telling Tabcorp we were ready to bargain, the ASU and reps…

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ASU Delegates recommend settlement at dnata Passegner Services

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 6, 2015

After over a year of negotiations with dnata (and before that Toll dnata), your ASU…

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AaE EBA approved

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 5, 2015

The ASU AaE EBA was approved by the Fair Work Commission on 29th July 2015…

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Bargaining for a new Helloworld enterprise agreement under way

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 4, 2015

Over the past few weeks your ASU representatives have met with management on a number…

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Bargaining to begin soon at Maurice Blackburn

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 31, 2015

Thanks to all the staff across Australia who have filled out the ASU Maurice Blackburn…

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Jetstar Member Nil 48 Back Pay

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 30, 2015

After the ASU’s case in the Fair Work Commission, Jetstar has agreed that it has…

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Women need super security too

MediaBy Imogen SturniJuly 28, 2015

In all the talk of age pensions, political deals and savings measures, we often forget the…

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Qantas announces bonus payment – what does it mean?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 28, 2015

Last Friday 2 July 2015 Qantas group CEO Alan Joyce announced that, “In recognition, management…

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ASU Delegate Nominations at Menzies

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 17, 2015

The ASU is calling for expressions of interest for any ASU member interested in becoming…

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Women need super security too

OpinionBy Imogen SturniJuly 15, 2015

In all the talk of age pensions, political deals and savings measures, we often forget the group…

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ASU AAE Agreement voted up

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 8, 2015

AaE staff have voted overwhelmingly to endorse the ASU EBA deal negotiated and recommended by…

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Law Clerks to get back pay at Slater and Gordon

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 5, 2015

As you would be aware, the ASU has been pressuring Slater and Gordon to pay…

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ASU Wins Nil48 Dispute

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 3, 2015

Complete capitulation by Jetstar. On Thursday 2 July the ASU took Jetstar to the Fair…

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Confusion Reigns Supreme at Jetstar

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 25, 2015

Jetstar responds to the ASU by asserting that it does not agree with our position…

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Edging closer to an EBA deal for Dnata Passenger Services

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 3, 2015

Your ASU national negotiating team have been meeting with the company to try and finalise…

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Vale the Hon Joan Kirner AC: Champion for Victorian women

BlogBy Imogen SturniJune 2, 2015

The Australian Services Union, Victorian Private Sector Branch pays tribute to the Hon Joan Kirner…

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Union protests call centre jobs to be sent offshore

MediaBy Imogen SturniMay 28, 2015

The Australian Services Union says Transburban has outsourced 50 of its call centre jobs to the Philippines.…

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ASU to fight Salmat jobs

MediaBy Imogen SturniMay 28, 2015

The Australian Services Union has today called on Transurban to stand by Australian workers as…

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Dnata Ramp & Cargo – ASU Recommends New EBA

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 25, 2015

Your new EBA is ready for you to vote on and the ASU is strongly…

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ASU reps busy since new enterprise agreement approved

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 15, 2015

The Slater and Gordon Support Staff Enterprise Agreement 2014 took effect on 7 April 2015,…

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Government breaks promise on paid parental leave and turns its back on working mothers

MediaBy Imogen SturniMay 15, 2015

The Australian Services Union Victoria, Private Sector Branch has strongly condemned the Federal Government’s planned…

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Fair Work Commission Approves Menzies EBA

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 13, 2015

We are pleased to advise that the Fair Work Commission approved the Menzies Aviation (Sydney…

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Annual leave at Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 13, 2015

Virgin has recently informed staff that they must take annual leave balances in excess of…

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Dnata – We deserve better consultation

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 10, 2015

Late on Monday 4th May 2015 Dnata sent out a communication to all staff seeking…

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Qantas Freight training halted to allow for real consultation

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 10, 2015

ASU International and Domestic Freight delegates from all across Australia met with Qantas Freight management…

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ASU Welcomes Long Service Inquiry

General UpdatesBy LorcanMay 7, 2015

The inquiry by the State Government as to whether long service entitlements could accrue as…

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Qantas March results show higher domestic yields

MediaBy LorcanMay 7, 2015

The Cricket World Cup again proved a boon to Qantas in March, helping to strongly…

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StarTrack – Introducing Sonja Griffin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 1, 2015

The ASU is pleased to introduce Sonja Griffin. Sonja has agreed to come on board…

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New Avalon Airport agreement good news for jobs and a positive move for Victoria

MediaBy LorcanApril 27, 2015

The Australian Services Union Victoria, Private Sector Branch has welcomed an agreement that has been…

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Dnata – Marking time is not good enough

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 10, 2015

Toll Dnata Ramp and Cargo staff had already overwhelmingly voted against the company’s proposal for…

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Startrack staff give EBA thumbs up

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 10, 2015

Startrack staff have voted comprehensively to endorse the Startrack Customer Service Centre and Clerical Enterprise…

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Virgin – Jobshare policy discussions underway

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 9, 2015

Over the past few months Virgin management have been conducting consultations with ground crew jobshare…

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Menzies Customer Service Agreement voted up

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 7, 2015

Voting for the ASU’s Menzies Aviation (Sydney and Melbourne) Customer Service Enterprise Agreement 2014 closed…

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Babies, bosses and big workplace changes

BlogBy Imogen SturniApril 5, 2015

Laws that benefit women in the workplace need to be strengthened so that female staff…

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TABCORP EBA Negotiations to commence

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 31, 2015

The Tabcorp – ASU On Course and Special Events EBA is due to be renegotiated…

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ASU Jetstar EBA 5 voted up

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 29, 2015

Jetstar staff have voted overwhelmingly to endorse the ASU EBA 5 deal negotiated and recommended…

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Marshalling is our work and Qantas knows it

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniMarch 26, 2015

ASU Airport delegates met in Sydney with company reps on 17th March 2015 for a…

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Important Information About Your Workplace Conditions

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 26, 2015

Recently the Victorian Off Course Agency Association approached the ASU to commence discussions regarding introducing…

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ASU Members at Menzies Endorse EBA – vote YES

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 25, 2015

ASU members at Menzies have voted overwhelmingly to endorse the EBA deal for staff at…

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Telephone Sales Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 18, 2015

Following further representations to Qantas by the union, the ASU has received confirmation that Qantas…

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Jetstar – ASU Members Endorse EBA 5

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 13, 2015

It’s been an endurance event, but after lengthy negotiations we finally have an agreement which…

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Reasonable hours of work and overtime

AssistBy Imogen SturniMarch 13, 2015

The ASU has been dealing with a number of enquiries regarding hours and reasonable overtime.…

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The review of Workplace Relations and what it means for me

AssistBy Imogen SturniMarch 13, 2015

The Abbott Government recently announced they would ask the Productivity Commission to conduct a review…

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Monitoring, workplace surveillance and social media: the issues just keep growing

AssistBy Imogen SturniMarch 13, 2015

The technical developments of the last twenty years or so have forever changed our workplaces…

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Dnata Shift giveaways & swaps

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 11, 2015

The ASU was recently advised that the company intended to stop people giving away shifts…

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Vote No and send Dnata a clear message

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 10, 2015

As you would all be aware by now Dnata representatives have decided to attempt to…

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It’s Groundhog day at AaE

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMarch 3, 2015

Your ASU National negotiating team met with AaE management in Sydney on 26th February 2015…

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Nationwide Protest | Wednesday, March 4th

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 23, 2015

Our rights at work are again under attack from the Abbott Government and employers. We…

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Telephone Sales Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 19, 2015

Today Victorian ASU Officials, Delegates and rostering committee representatives met with Qantas to try to…

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Toll Passenger Services EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 16, 2015

Your ASU national negotiating team for Toll Dnata Passenger services last met with the company…

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Babies, bosses and big workplace changes

MediaBy Imogen SturniFebruary 12, 2015

Laws that benefit women in the workplace need to be strengthened so that female staff…

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Toll Danata – Negotiations reach a whole new low

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 12, 2015

On Wednesday 11 February your representatives met with the company to continue the EBA negotiations.…

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Qantas Telephone Sales Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniFebruary 10, 2015

Today your ASU representatives met with Qantas to discuss a range of issues associated with…

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SAVE THE DATE | Wednesday 4 March, National Day of Action

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniFebruary 6, 2015

Our rights at work are again under attack from the Abbott Government and employers. We…

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The attack on workers’ rights started today…

BlogBy Imogen SturniJanuary 23, 2015

Today’s media has been flooded by stories about the Productivity Commission’s Review into the Fair…

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Unite Journal December 2014

PublicationsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 22, 2015

Read the December 2014 edition of the ASU Unite Journal.

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EBA 2015 Negotiations commence at Singapore Airlines

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 21, 2015

The Singapore Airlines Enterprise Agreement 2013 (Incorporating Singapore Airlines Cargo) expires on 31st March 2015.…

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ASU @ Helloworld – the union representing you

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 19, 2015

Staff at Helloworld have the opportunity to negotiate a new agreement in 2015. The new…

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Jetstar- Light at the end of the tunnel

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 16, 2015

Your Jetstar National Negotiating Team (NNT) met with the company on 14th January 2015 and…

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What is going on at Malaysia Airlines?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 15, 2015

ASU members have raised concerns with processes unfolding across Malaysia Airlines Australia which could have…

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Rex – The ASU recommends to vote NO

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJanuary 15, 2015

Why the ASU recommends a NO Vote? The ASU is recommending a NO vote because…

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Toll Dnata – Not all that we wanted for Christmas

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 22, 2014

There’s not much good news to come out of last Thursday’s negotiations. The pay offer…

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Jetstar Negotiations grind on

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 17, 2014

Your Jetstar National Negotiating Team (NNT) met with the company again on 10th December 2014…

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Fair Work Decision on Award Coverage

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniDecember 16, 2014

Today the Fair Work Commission handed down its long awaited decision on Modern Award coverage…

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SMCT – Rollover not in Employees Interests

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 15, 2014

The “Challenges” At the last two meetings Management has spoken of “challenges” facing SMCT. Supposedly…

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Virgin Payroll Review Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniDecember 8, 2014

Your ASU representatives met with the company on 1 December to discuss the recent payroll…

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Dnata to buyout Toll

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 25, 2014

Today you would have received an email from Daniela Marsilli outlining Dnata’s decision to buy…

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Toll Dnata not taking employees seriously

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 24, 2014

On Thursday 20 November your representatives again met with the company to continue the EBA…

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Qantas International Announcment

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 24, 2014

Ever since Qantas announced the creation of a new Qantas international entity when they announced…

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Toll Ramp & Cargo Enough is Enough

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 18, 2014

ASU Members have had enough! On Monday 17 November ASU members attended a series of…

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Jetstar – We’re not going to take this anymore…

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 14, 2014

  That is what your ASU delegates think about the recent cancellation of our EBA…

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Future of Avalon Airport uncertain: workers demand answers

MediaBy Imogen SturniNovember 12, 2014

The Australian Services Union Victorian Private Sector Branch (ASU) will host a forum of local…

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Know Your Rights: Sick Leave at QBT

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 9, 2014

All employees, other than casuals, are entitled to sick leave when they are unable to…

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Time to put your best deal on the table Jetstar

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 5, 2014

Your Jetstar National Negotiating Team met with the company on 15th September 2014 and 21st…

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Bargaining has begun at SMCT

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniNovember 5, 2014

Representatives of the ASU met with Patty Holten and Lauren Laidlaw of SMCT on Friday…

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Hands off our entitlements, Abbott

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniNovember 5, 2014

The Australian Services Union applauds the commitment by the crossbench Senators to stand with Australian…

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Qantas Telephone Sales – only believe it if it is in writing

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 31, 2014

ASU delegates and officials met with Qantas Telephone Sales and HR management in Melbourne on…

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ASU to protest offshoring jobs at Qantas AGM

MediaBy Imogen SturniOctober 23, 2014

The Australian Services Union Victorian Private Sector branch will protest at the Qantas AGM in…

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Don’t take our annual leave Virgin

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 20, 2014

That is the key message members are giving us about the recent email from Virgin…

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Toll Passenger – 8 Weeks is a long time between drinks

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 10, 2014

ASU delegates Deirdre Costa, Shijo Thomas and Maria Scafi from Melbourne and Alisha Hill and…

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Toll Ramp & Cargo – Time to move things along

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 10, 2014

The Unions met with Toll Dnata management on 7 October 2014 to review a draft…

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Australians tell Alan Joyce & Qantas Board to keep their promise – don’t offshore more Australian jobs!

Latest NewsBy Imogen SturniOctober 9, 2014

In a Change.org petition released today, Australians are giving voice to their frustration with the…

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Unaccompanied minor policy changes now happening!!!

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 3, 2014

Since March 2012 your ASU airport delgates and officials have been meeting with Qantas management…

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Make your shareholding count at Qantas AGM

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 3, 2014

As in previous years the ASU is sending representatives to the Qantas AGM to ask…

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ASU raises concerns with incentive scheme to Qantas

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniOctober 1, 2014

Your ASU reps recently met with Qantas and Helloworld in relation to the union’s application…

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Are Qantas making up the Telephone Sales strategy as they go along?

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 24, 2014

ASU members would be forgiven for thinking that the telephone sales strategy is being made…

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We knew it would happen – more Telephone Sales jobs going offshore

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 24, 2014

The ASU has been advised this morning by Qantas that it is now their intention…

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Qantas: We need commitment on local jobs

MediaBy Imogen SturniSeptember 23, 2014

The Australian Services Union slammed Qantas for creating new call centre positions in New Zealand…

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ANAO Superannuation Audit

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2014

The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) is currently seeking the views of ASU members to…

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Compulsory medical examinations at work

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2014

The ASU has recently had a number of enquiries from members being forced to attend…

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Update: New bullying legislation

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2014

Since 1 January 2014 the Fair Work Commission, under new legislation introduced by the former…

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What are my redundancy rights?

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2014

The ASU receives many enquiries from members who are facing the prospect of being made…

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Pay rates and pay rises: Some general advice

AssistBy Imogen SturniSeptember 22, 2014

Members often ask if they are entitled to a pay rise. ASU members’ terms of…

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Target EBA Approved

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 19, 2014

This week the new Enterprise Agreement was approved. Congratulations are in order, albeit subdued congratulations.…

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Toll Dnata – To Buy or Not To Buy, That is the Question

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 18, 2014

The ASU has been made aware that Toll Dnata has recently advised people that the…

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Qantas Telesales Update – EOIs and Assistance

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 15, 2014

ASU delegates and officials met with Qantas management for another update on Friday 12 September…

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Emirates EBA Still Not Right – VOTE NO

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 11, 2014

Emirates employees will now have the Enterprise Agreement for voting on from the 12th to…

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Fair Work Hears ASU Concerns over Hello World Incentive Scheme

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 11, 2014

Yesterday the Fair Work Commission held a conciliation conference between the ASU and Qantas in…

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RACV – Annualised Hours Dispute – FWC Outcome

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 10, 2014

The ASU and RACV attended a Commission hearing late on Tuesday afternoon to deal with…

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RACV – Annualised Hours Dispute

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 8, 2014

As mentioned in our last newsletter, Commissioner Roe at the Fair Work Commission made a…

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Jetstar – ASU wins full time positions at Melbourne Airport

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniSeptember 5, 2014

The ASU has secured full time employment for members at Melbourne Airport. As you would…

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Equal Pay Day reminds us there’s still a long way to equality in our country

BlogBy Imogen SturniSeptember 5, 2014

It’s Equal Pay Day today! Dear ASU women, The struggle for equal pay is something…

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Coles to axe 438 jobs at Melbourne support centre

MediaBy Imogen SturniSeptember 3, 2014

Supermarket chain Coles has confirmed it will axe almost 440 jobs from its Melbourne support…

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Coles to slash over 400 jobs?

MediaBy Imogen SturniSeptember 3, 2014

After much speculation, Coles has today confirmed with the Australian Services Union the parameters of…

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Coles to axe up to 600 jobs from Toorak head office

MediaBy Imogen SturniSeptember 2, 2014

Coles will slash up to 600 jobs from its Toorak office, a union fears. The…

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Coles: Where are the jobs going?

MediaBy Imogen SturniSeptember 2, 2014

Fairfax media has reported today that Coles plans to cut between 500 and 600 jobs…

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Act now to stop Tony Abbott rushing through laws to take away your rights at work

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniAugust 31, 2014

Tony Abbott is trying to rush through laws that introduce new unfair individual contracts that…

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Jetstar – it’s time for conversions

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 29, 2014

The ASU has commenced discussions for conversions from Part time to full time at Melbourne…

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Toll Dnata Cargo – fighting for better rosters

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 29, 2014

The ASU has recently met with your management to raise concerns over your rosters. We…

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Qantas announces record $2.84 billion loss in full year results

MediaBy Imogen SturniAugust 28, 2014

Qantas announced a record loss of $2.84 billion for the 2013/14 financial year as it…

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Qantas – Enough is Enough – it’s time to go Alan Joyce

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 28, 2014

After months and months of seeing long serving loyal colleagues leave the Qantas Group because…

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ASU: poor management behind record QANTAS loss

MediaBy Imogen SturniAugust 28, 2014

The Australian Services Union has accused Qantas management of driving Australia’s national airline into the…

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Emirates – Vote NO

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 27, 2014

During the EBA negotiations held on Wednesday 28 August that was mediated by the Fair Work…

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Time to tell Menzies not to undermine our Wages & conditions

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 27, 2014

ASU Delegates and officials met with Menzies management on 19th August 2014 for our 6th…

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Startrack Enterprise Agreement Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 27, 2014

On 21 August 2014, the ASU National Negotiating team met with StarTrack management for further…

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Virgin – find out about our latest discussions

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 25, 2014

On 18th August 2014 ASU delegates and officials met with Virgin Australia airport and contact…

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Toll Dnata Passenger – Bargaining Continues

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 22, 2014

Your ASU National Negotiating Team (NNT) met again with Toll Dnata representatives in Sydney on…

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Qantas – QBT Dispute lodged with Fair Work

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 22, 2014

Yesterday the Australian Services Union notified a dispute with Fair Work Australia because of concerns…

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Banking and finance jobs at Target cut as the company outsources the Geelong roles

MediaBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

ASU Private Sector Secretary, Ingrid Stitt, said Target’s decision to outsource the work was a…

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Target cuts 23 jobs at Geelong head office

MediaBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

Target has cut 23 jobs from its head office in the Victorian city of Geelong,…

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Qantas – More redundancies on the way at Airports

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

Roster Optimisation and Redundancies on the way at Airports ASU delegates and officials met with…

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It’s all happening at Jetstar

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

Over the past few weeks the ASU Jetstar National Negotiating Team (NNT) has met with…

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Emirates – Progress made at the FWC

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

The ASU/ALAEA, delegates and officials and Emirates management attended the Fair Work Commission (FWC) on…

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Target sacks more Geelong workers

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

TARGET has sacked 23 workers at its Geelong office in the latest jobs blow to…

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Target cuts 23 jobs at Geelong head office

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

RETAILER Target has cut 23 jobs from its head office in the Victorian city of…

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More Pain for Target Geelong Workforce

MediaBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

The Australian Services Union has condemned the decision to axe another 23 jobs from its…

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Target announces job cuts in Geelong

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniAugust 21, 2014

Geelong has been dealt another round of job losses with retail giant Target announcing forced…

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Qantas – Update on Telesales EOI’s and ‘the plan’

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 8, 2014

Today your ASU representatives met with Qantas to discuss the outcome of the EOI process.…

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Menzies EBA Update – Menzies all take, very little give !

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 7, 2014

We’re talking dollars! But Menzies won’t give without taking away! On Tuesday 5th August the…

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Emirates EBA Negotiations go to the FWC

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 7, 2014

ASU and ALAEA members at Emirates have told us that the proposed Agreement that was…

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Virgin – Meal Breaks

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 5, 2014

Meal and rest breaks Your meal and rest breaks are protected under clause 36 of…

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Toll Ramp & Cargo EBA

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 4, 2014

Negotiations have recommenced Negotiations have recommenced after a short break due to company reps being…

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StarTrack EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2014

On 25th of July 2014, the ASU National Negotiating team met with StarTrack management for…

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CHANGES AT PUBLICIS LOYALTY

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2014

The ASU has now met with Publicis management and can communicate the following.  Consultation The…

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MaxNetwork EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2014

Health Agreement – Meeting 4, bargaining continues On 23rd of July 2014, the ASU, employee…

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Rex bargaining update

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniAugust 1, 2014

On 22 July the ASU National Negotiating team met with management for a further meeting…

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Emirates EBA Negotiations Resume

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 26, 2014

The ASU/ALAEA and bargaining representatives met with Emirates management on Wednesday 23rd July and Thursday…

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Virgin – Happy Pay Rise

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJuly 24, 2014

Your EBA pay increase is brought to you by union members Your EBA pay rise…

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Menzies puts their response

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 23, 2014

After the fourth meeting for your new EBA on Friday 11th July, your delegates have…

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Toll Dnata Passenger Services EBA Update

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 23, 2014

ASU officials and delegates met with Toll Dnata management to present your list of changes…

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Know Your Rights – Right to be represented

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJuly 23, 2014

As a Union member you have the right to be represented by the ASU whether…

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MaxNetwork – Negotiations conclude – employees to vote on Agreement

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 22, 2014

Over the last few months the ASU and employee representatives have negotiated with management on…

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Qantas seeks full repeal of act

MediaBy Imogen SturniJuly 17, 2014

A COMPROMISE bill to change the Qantas Sale Act hasn’t left the flying kangaroo jumping…

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Slater & Gordon – Negotiations continue

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 17, 2014

On 14 July 2014, the ASU National Negotiating Team met with management for our 5th…

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Qantas to remain majority Australian owned

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 16, 2014

We have some welcome news. Late last night the Abbott Government backed down from their…

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Unite Journal July 2014

PublicationsBy LorcanJuly 11, 2014

Read the July 2014 edition of the ASU Unite Journal.

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Blaming workers belittles the “fair-go”

OpinionBy Imogen SturniJuly 10, 2014

This year has started on a worrying note with Government Ministers blaming workers for receiving a…

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RACV MCC – stress in the workplace

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 9, 2014

I write to give you an update on our efforts to start some meaningful discussions…

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Qantas Tele Sales Update

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 6, 2014

Qantas has now decided to extend the time frame for all EOIs that are being…

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Qantas Tele Sales Update

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 4, 2014

ASU representatives including your ASU Delegates from Brisbane, Melbourne and Hobart met with Qantas management…

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RACV MCC – stress in the workplace

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 4, 2014

I write to tell you that the ASU has, this morning, made application to the…

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Qantas Telesales – Some progress but plenty of work to do

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 4, 2014

ASU representatives including your ASU Delegates from Brisbane, Melbourne and Hobart met with Qantas management…

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StarTrack Bargaining commences

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJuly 4, 2014

On 2 July 2014, the ASU National bargaining team met with StarTrack Management representatives to…

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StarTrack – Sick Leave, Know Your Rights

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJune 30, 2014

Are new employees entitled to paid personal (sick) leave Yes. Employees are entitled to 76…

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RACV MCC – stress in the workplace

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJune 24, 2014

As all Union members will know the ASU recently conducted a wide ranging Stress Survey…

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Virgin – Next EBA pay rise in July

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniJune 23, 2014

Your next EBA pay increase is due to commence on the first full pay period…

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Qantas – Fight for better relocation packages nets results – still a way to go

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJune 18, 2014

ASU delegates and officials met Qantas Telephone Sales Management again in Melbourne on 17th June…

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Know the facts on wages and employment

General UpdatesBy Imogen SturniJune 10, 2014

Since taking to power in September, Prime Minister Tony Abbott and his Coalition Government have…

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Qantas Tele Sales EOI’s date extended

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanJune 6, 2014

Qantas has now decided to extend the time frame for all EOIs that are being…

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Qantas Offshores Call Centre Jobs and sacks Australian staff

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanMay 28, 2014

In a completely unbelievable move Qantas management have today announced to staff that they plan…

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QANTAS not the spirit of Australia

MediaBy LorcanMay 28, 2014

The Australian Services Union Victorian Private Sector Branch has expressed outrage at the decision by…

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Tabcorp – Important Information About Your Workplace Conditions

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanMay 24, 2014

There are a lot of changes happening with the Award system in Australia that you…

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Qantas – We want to save telephone sales jobs

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanMay 20, 2014

Your ASU delegates and officials from Hobart, Melbourne, Brisbane and the ASU National Office met…

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Toll Dnata Transport Allowance – Payment is imminent

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 16, 2014

The ASU has been pursuing Toll Dnata for the non-payment of the transport allowance. The…

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Toll Dnata Ramp & Cargo EBA Negotiations COntinue

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniMay 15, 2014

On Thursday 8 May the ASU held further discussions with the company about your EBA.…

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Menzies – Sick Leave, Know Your Rights

Industry BulletinsBy Imogen SturniApril 29, 2014

Days without a certificate. For several months now Menzies has been requiring you to bring…

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Union kicks off talks with Armaguard management over job gradings

Industry BulletinsBy LorcanApril 23, 2014

Following a number of recent discussions the ASU formally met again with Armaguard management last…

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The Wilderness Society – Bargaining Continues

Industry Bulletins