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Workers to breathe easy as new silica dust laws take effect

September 4, 2024 2:59 pm Published by

While a highly publicised campaign last year led to a ban on so-called ‘killer stone’ used in kitchens around the country, now another 600,000 workers in sectors as varied as road and rail tunnelling, civil construction, quarries, and road maintenance have protection.

AWU strongly endorses green fuel investments

July 30, 2024 4:48 pm Published by

The Australian Workers’ Union strongly endorses today’s MOU between IFM Investors, Ampol, and Graincorp to explore the establishment of low carbon fuels production in Australia, and is calling for swift action from government to back industry in. 

A message from the Acting South Australian Branch Secretary

July 17, 2024 2:05 pm Published by

I am currently serving as Acting Branch and State Union Secretary whilst Peter Lamps takes a lengthy period of well-deserved leave. I’m enthusiastic that the Worker is back and AWU members can learn more about what’s going on in their union!

The Future of Australian Manufacturing

July 17, 2024 1:44 pm Published by

Is this the darkest hour for Australian manufacturing? Or the beginning of a bright new day? We explore what it will take to protect manufacturers as we transition our economy, and how the AWU is fighting for your job.