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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.
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Paid Parental Leave now at 22 weeks
July 8, 2024
From 1 July 2024, the amount of Paid Parental Leave new parents can access increased from 20 to 22 weeks.
Union members win change this financial year
July 4, 2024
Today’s the start of a new financial year, and a number of changes that benefit workers – and workers’ wallets – have come into effect.
Six wins for workers to celebrate on 1 July
June 20, 2024
In just over one week, millions of workers across Australia will start to see a boost to their pay packets and increased safety in their workplaces.
Feminised industries need systemic change and targeted pay rises
May 2, 2024
This year union members are calling for workers in key low-paid feminised industries to receive an interim pay rise of 9%.
Union members are calling for a 5% increase to the minimum wage
March 28, 2024
This week, union members announced that we are calling for a 5% increase to help with the cost-of-living and make sure we’re getting our share of the profits we create.
Here’s how your wages could be going up
March 22, 2024
A new report by the Australia Institute’s Centre for Future Work confirms that increasing the minimum wage is the right thing to do in this cost-of-living crisis, and there is no risk of an increase triggering inflation.
Gender pay gap the lowest on record
February 28, 2024
Did you see the gender pay gap figures that were announced yesterday? It happened because…
Migrant workers take a stand against gendered workplace violence
February 21, 2024
Twelve migrant women workers are suing their employer, Perfection Fresh, for failing to provide a safe working environment and enabling sexual harassment.
A genuine pathway for casual workers to become permanent
February 13, 2024
There are thousands of casual workers who work regular, ongoing hours – often for years – but are are stuck in insecure work. These are some of their stories.
Closing gig economy and casual loopholes in 2024
February 12, 2024
The first part of the Closing Loopholes Bill was a monumental achievement that won vital changes for working people. Part two is just as important.