Published: 07/10/2021
Category: Member Benefits
Published: 07/10/2021
Category: Member Benefits
With both the AFL and NRL holding Grand Finals, we wanted to thank the real MVP’s – the frontline workers who kept Australia going through the pandemic. Sign our Secure Jobs Petition

Greetings and welcome to the October edition of the Australian Unions Member Benefits update. This month we have savings tips from ME, investment advice from PartnerVest and an introduction to Union Shopper. 

We’re also giving away a $50 Gift Card from the Official Australian Unions Store.


Dead money: The hidden cost putting a black hole in budgets

‘Do I really need it?’ That’s the question Australians are being encouraged to ask, with research showing one in three people are paying for subscription services they don’t use.

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Australia used to have the most secure jobs in the world

Whether it’s casualised jobs with less rights, labour hire that underpays for the same job, part-time work without meaningful guaranteed hours, or years of low pay growth, insecure work is a serious problem for our community.

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Partnervest

A non-super investment you can access!

We all know how important saving for retirement is, but let’s face it, figuring out what to do with your non-super assets can be a headache: what to investing in?, how much to contribute or withdraw?, and even just remembering to make these bank transfers once you’ve managed to figure everything out. All these decisions are critical steps that can fall through the cracks of an already busy life.

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Introducing Union Shopper

The ACTU is proud to endorse Union Shopper. Union Shopper is 100% union owned and has been operating for over 45 years with an all benefit to members ethos.

Find out more about Union Shopper


Have you subscribed to On The Job yet?

‘On the Job’ is a podcast all about making your work life better. 

Join hosts Francis Leach and Sally Rugg as they chat to people from all walks of life about all things work. From the tough realities of the gig economy to the politics of wearing double denim on a causal Friday (please don’t) – nothing is off-limits. 

Subscribe on Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts or here


Want a job with a union?

There are some excellent union roles currently listed on the ACTU Job Vacancies web page.  A variety of positions are available, from organisers to industrial officers, educators and lots more.

So if you’re in the market for a great union role why not check out what’s on offer today?

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WIN a $50 Official Australian Unions Store Gift Card 

$50 to spend on Australian-made, union-made gear! Show your solidarity and look good.

To enter the draw, simply email [email protected] with your name, address, union name and membership number before close of business Thursday 28th October 2021.

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Member Benefits Update October 2021

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Member Benefits Update October 2021