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February 12, 2020

Union summit urges action on support for emergency services

AWU calls for more action to help front-line workers and those affected by catastrophic bushfires while in Canberra.

February 7, 2020
Costa condemned for allowing agricultural workers to live in slum-like conditions

Over 70 migrant workers were crammed into a single house, forced to pay $100 a week each in rent.
February 5, 2020
2019: A Year in Review for the Oil and Gas Industry

It’s been a busy year for the Oil and Gas industry in Australia, with negotiations, industrial action, sales and campaigns.
January 13, 2020
Smoke Haze – Stay Safe this Summer

Protect yourself from hazardous bushfire smoke this summer.
January 13, 2020
Beat the Heat

Working in excessive heat can lead to serious illnesses and sometimes even death.
January 13, 2020
Hairstylists retain penalty rates in landmark Fair Work decision

In a massive win for Hair Stylists Australia (HSA), the Fair Work Commission has rejected Hair and Beauty Australia’s (HABA) bid to slash penalty rates for hair and beauty workers.
December 22, 2019
2019: A look back on the Aluminium Industry

Negotiations, energy policy, and smelters under threat – here’s a look at the news that’s shaped the Aluminium industry this year
December 22, 2019
2019 proves a tough year for AWU Firefighters

Bushfires this summer have stretched firefighters across the country, but the AWU is also celebrating some important wins.
December 10, 2019
Work Shouldn’t Hurt – Don’t take a chance on musculoskeletal injuries

Each year 600,000 Australian workers are exposed to silica dust.
December 10, 2019
Don’t Risk Roundup – Get the Facts on Glyphosate

Each year 600,000 Australian workers are exposed to silica dust.
December 10, 2019
Is your workplace safe from SILICA DUST?

Each year 600,000 Australian workers are exposed to silica dust.
September 25, 2019
A Message from CBUS – Death and Disability Insurance

Does your insurance cover you at work?

News

Union summit urges action on support for emergency services

Costa condemned for allowing agricultural workers to live in slum-like conditions

2019: A Year in Review for the Oil and Gas Industry

Smoke Haze – Stay Safe this Summer

Beat the Heat

Hairstylists retain penalty rates in landmark Fair Work decision

2019: A look back on the Aluminium Industry

2019 proves a tough year for AWU Firefighters

Work Shouldn’t Hurt – Don’t take a chance on musculoskeletal injuries

Don’t Risk Roundup – Get the Facts on Glyphosate

Is your workplace safe from SILICA DUST?

A Message from CBUS – Death and Disability Insurance

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