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Explore Australian Unions’ Campaigns on Driving Change for Workers

Unions are built on the power of collective action, and our campaigns reflect the strength and solidarity of workers. Learn how union members are advocating for better wages, stronger workplace protections, fair job security, and safer working environments. These campaigns are at the forefront of shaping policies that improve the lives of workers and their families. Ensuring fair treatment and opportunities for all.

Empowering Workers Through Collective Action

Union campaigns are driven by the voices of workers who unite to demand change. From raising the minimum wage to winning paid parental leave and unfair dismissal, these efforts are all about creating a fairer working enovirment. Learn how union members have won significant victories and how ongoing campaigns continue to push for better conditions across industries.

Join The Movement For Positive Change

By becoming a member of your union, you can contribute to meaningful campaigns that protect workers’ rights and build a stronger, fairer future. Together, we can challenge injustices and ensure that every worker has the security, respect, and opportunities they deserve.

Read our articles below for more information about Australian Union’s Campaigns!

 

Like your work-life balance and job security?

April 30, 2025

Dutton is a risk to your job flexibility and stability.

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Relying on penalty rates to make ends meet?

April 27, 2025

A vote for Dutton is a vote to scrap your penalty rates.

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Secure Jobs Better Pay reforms lift wages by $6.3 billion

December 3, 2024

The Albanese Labor Government’s landmark Secure Jobs Better Pay workplace reforms – won by union members – have boosted economy-wide wage growth by $6.3 billion over the past year.  

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Asbestos Awareness Week: an enduring and deadly legacy

November 27, 2024

Asbestos use has a deadly legacy in Australia. But it’s not just in our past: still today, more than 4,000 Australians die from asbestos-related disease every year.

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20 reasons why the gender pay gap is closing faster

November 19, 2024

The gender pay gap now at its lowest point ever at 11.5%. If we continue to progress as we are, the gender pay gap in Australia could close completely within nine years.

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New rights and protections for gig economy workers

November 4, 2024

Thanks to new laws which union members won this year, gig economy workers are entitled to the pay, rights and benefits that other workers enjoy.

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Confirmed: Your work rights are on the line this election

October 14, 2024

Business groups are lobbying Peter Dutton and the Coalition to cut workers’ pay and conditions ahead of the federal election.

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Get the facts: know your rights so you can protect them

October 9, 2024

Here we summarise some of the key recent wins. Plus you can check out our updated factsheets covering workplace discrimination, labour hire, types of employment, and casual workers.

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Working people would be $4,700 worse off if Dutton was PM

August 28, 2024

If annual wage growth had continued at the same low rate as under the last Coalition government, the average Australian worker’s wages or salary would be $4,700 less today.

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New work rights from today

August 26, 2024

Happy 26 August! Today, new work rights come into force across Australia. Here’s what they are, why they are so important and how to make the most of them.

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