The Australian Unions Support Centre provides free and confidential assistance and information for all workplace issues. We’re here to provide support, regardless of your job or industry. All Support Centre enquiries are 100% confidential.
Phone: 1300 486 466
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Most Australians wouldn’t drive around in a car that’s not insured.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/12/05/insurance-contained-in-your-super-are-you-covered/
Industry fund members can have confidence their financial planning files will be subject to the most rigorous risk and compliance assessments, with the launch of new industry-first machine-learning technology to support quality and compliance checking.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/10/02/ifs-goes-even-further-to-reduce-the-risk-for-members/
The fallout of the Financial Services Royal Commission raised the question for consumers of how they can get financial advice they can trust.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/09/03/who-needs-financial-planning/
Each year in Australia, employers are failing to pay billions of dollars in superannuation to their workers yet we don’t hear much about this.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/08/06/unpaid-super-the-hidden-wage-theft/
In the July edition of your member benefits update we delve into the issue of record low rates and what that really means for you, we look at managing investment risk, there is a proposed ‘overhaul’ of the super system that the new Morrison government is considering, APHEDA-Union Aid Abroad announce their raffle winners, we have some great deals on movie tickets and you could win a $100 WISH gift card in our monthly competition!Member Benefits Update July 2019
Photo: Raphael, a USU member from NSW, is proud to be union.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/07/04/member-benefits-update-july-2019/
ifsinvest is an online investment platform brought to you by Industry Fund Services (IFS), which is owned by 27 major industry super funds.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/07/03/managing-investment-risk-in-uncertain-times/
In the April edition of your Member Benefits Update we look at a phenomenom known as ‘bank-xiety’ and what you can do to alleviate it, there’s an update on the 2019 Federal Budget, we have some great union member deals on Health Insurance and movie tickets, find out how you can volunteer for our Change the Rules events, you can join our FREE footy tipping competitions plus there is a $100 WISH gift card to be won!
Member Benefits Update April 2019
Photo: Change the Rules campaigners at an Election Kick-Off event in Queensland recently
Five signs you have ‘bank-xiety’
If you’re worried about your current bank, you’re not alone.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/04/03/member-benefits-update-april-2019/
In the wake of the Financial Services Royal Commission, there’s been wide focus on the professional conduct and standards of financial planners and the organisations they represent.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/04/03/ifs-royal-commission-update/
From the team at Australian Unions Member Benefits we would like to wish all our readers a very happy and safe holiday season.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/12/05/member-benefits-update-december-2018/
Most Australians wouldn’t dream of driving around in a car that’s not insured.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/12/03/insurance-within-super-are-you-covered/
In the November Member Benefits Update we pose the question ‘are you missing out on some super?’ We bring you some terrific union member discounts on accommodation, tips on how to be a better saver, there’s an update on our Change the Rules rallies across the country, we highlight some exciting job vacancies here at the ACTU, plus you could win a $100 WISH gift card (which you can spend at Woolies, Big W or Dan Murphy’s).
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/11/08/member-benefits-update-november-2018/
Each year in Australia, employers are failing to pay billions of dollars in superannuation to their workers.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/10/31/are-you-missing-out-on-some-super/
The October Member Benefits Update looks at ways to consolidate your super, there are tips on how to get financially fit and we tell you how to get 5% discount on groceries and fuel by using our Member Benefits program.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/10/05/member-benefits-update-october-2018/
According to the Australian Tax Office, four in ten Australians have more than one superannuation account.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 1 in 6 men and 1 in 4 women suffer from a disability during their working life that results in them taking more than six months off work.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/08/27/protecting-a-members-most-valuable-asset/
The Productivity Commission recently released a report highlighting the problem of Australian workers having multiple super accounts.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/07/26/why-wait-find-your-lost-super-now/
The tax benefits associated with superannuation make it a clear winner when it comes to building wealth over the long term.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/06/27/when-theres-room-for-other-investments/
In the April edition of your Member Benefits Update read about the victory of workers at Parmalat in Echuca, learn how to save money using a range of different financial apps (as recommended by ME), join our FREE footy tipping competitions plus there are two great Super books to win.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/04/07/member-benefits-update-april-2017/
This month we bring you a timely update on our Member Benefits smartphone app, info on proposed changes to Super and how it might affect your retirement plans, there’s a great offer on new tyres from Tyresales.
4 things you need to know…
With the election over, some of the proposed changes to super are now being debated in parliament.
In the June edition of your Member Benefits Update we bring you news of an exciting new car buying service for union members, tips on how to get your finances in order in the new financial year, there’s a great insurance offering, we have an update on the minimum wage outcome plus, as always, there’s some great DVDs to win!
Member Benefits Update June 2016
Photo: Volunteers getting ready to knock on doors in the marginal seat of Cowan, WA on Sunday 29th May – photo courtesy of UnionsWA
New financial year money makeover
When 1 July ticks over try our five simple steps to get your finances in great shape for the 12 months ahead.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2016/06/02/member-benefits-update-june-2016/
Superannuation, retirement and eligibility to the pension are regularly in the news headlines at the moment, yet studies have shown that much of the ‘jargon’ used when talking about these topics confuses most of us.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2015/07/08/can-you-speak-superannuation/