The August edition of your Member Benefits Update delivers the latest info in the Household Financial Comfort Report from ME and we also look at concerning findings from the recent HILDA survey. So if there’s a way we can help union members save money, we will find it! Like our brand new Member Benefits program; save heaps on a vast array of products and services, plus go in the draw to win a $100 WISH gift card.
Stressed out financially? You’re not alone.
Rising cost of necessities, low wage growth and future rate rises are all causing financial stress, according to ME’s 12th biannual Household Financial Comfort Report.
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Workers getting poorer, survey findsTying in with the article above regarding financial stress, the latest HILDA survey has found that working people in this country are struggling to keep up with the soaring cost of living. And what is the Turnbull Government doing about it? Well, as it turns out, nothing at all. The results of The University of Melbourne’s Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) survey found all Australians are being hurt by stagnant wages, with household incomes going backwards since the Global Financial Crisis. |
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Our new Member Benefits program is here to help you save!Last month Australian Unions announced our new partnership with Member Advantage and a great range of Member Benefits for union members including health insurance, car hire, accommodation and much, much more. Please note, if you have not already registered for our benefits through Member Advantage in the last 5 weeks you will need to re-register on the link below to access these benefits. The registration process just takes a minute and you will get instant access to a great range of benefits. Check out all the great benefits available by visiting www.australianunions.org.au/thebenefits and start saving today! |
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Catch the travel bug with Australian Unions Member Benefits
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Cracka Wines, cracker deals!Did you know that union members receive an additional 7.5% off Cracka’s already heavily discounted prices – site wide? Enjoy the biggest range, unbeatable deals and quality guaranteed! Simply quote UNIONS each time you make a purchase. So head over to crackawines.com.au/unions and grab a bargain today, exclusive to union members. |
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Stop Turnbull’s PaTH to PovertyThe Liberals have already slashed more than a $1 billion from apprenticeships alone since taking office. Now they’re paying pubs $1,000 of taxpayers’ money for every $4p/h ‘intern’ they put on. Sign our petition and show your objection. Turnbull cannot get away with this. |
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Sydney APHEDA Dinner – 28 AugustThe most looked forward to event on the Sydney union calendar is coming up. There will be all that you’ve come to know and love: a great guest speaker, auctions, raffle prizes – and of course, each other’s company. Date: Monday 28 August 2017 Contact: 1800 888 674 or email [email protected] |
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Member Benefits Update August 2017