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Retirement may seem a long way down the track but the money you need to have for a decent retirement cannot be accumulated overnight. It pays – literally – to get on top of your super sooner rather than later.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2022/12/16/why-2023-is-the-year-to-sort-out-your-superannuation/
For those whose superannuation has been in the hands of for-profit funds throughout their working lives, a stable and sustainable retirement is an unlikely reality. Instead, Australians are finding that the fund they’ve entrusted with their hard-earned retirement savings has far from their best interests at heart.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2022/09/16/the-continuing-legacy-of-industry-super-funds/
ifsinvest aims to be a solution to your non-super investment needs.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2020/10/05/meet-ifsinvest-a-non-super-investment-platform/
Changing a few household habits can benefit your finances and the environment.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2020/09/02/preserve-savings-save-the-planet/
Welcome to the August edition of your Member Benefits Update.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2020/08/05/member-benefits-update-august-2020/
Welcome to this month’s edition of your Member Benefits Update.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2020/05/15/member-benefits-update-may-2020/
At times like these it’s only natural that many of us are thinking about our future.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2020/05/13/were-all-in-this-together/
Wage theft has dominated the news cycle in recent months – but that’s not the only scandal taking place in dodgy workplaces across Australia.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/09/30/unpaid-super-the-silent-wage-theft/
Your industry super fund-owned bank ME looks at simple ways to put this year’s tax refund to good use.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/07/29/save-or-splurge-put-your-tax-refund-to-good-use/
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/
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/
Industry leaders say it’s time the superannuation system was overhauled in order to create a more even playing field for women and low-income earners.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/02/01/closing-the-super-gap/
How will the gender pay gap affect me in retirement?
You’ve probably heard of the gender pay gap.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/03/05/the-gender-superannuation-gap/
In December’s edition we bring you our Festive Pack competition with some great prizes on offer, there’s some timely advice from ME on the dangers of ‘buy now, pay later’ and there’s news on how to save money with our Member Benefits program.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/12/08/member-benefits-update-december-2017/
In November’s installment we look at the findings of a recent survey by ME about requesting a pay rise, there’s a new general insurance deal for union members, we urge you to sign the petition in support of workers at Streets, there’s info on Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA’s upcoming Melbourne dinner plus there’s a $100 WISH gift card to win!
Requesting a pay rise actually works but few ask
In a period of record low wage growth, one of the most successful strategies among workers to increase their incomes − asking for a pay rise – is also one of the least used, according to a new survey by industry super fund-owned bank, ME.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/11/01/member-benefits-update-november-2017/
Is it really October already?! My goodness, 2017 has flown by.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/10/05/member-benefits-update-oct-2017/
The Government has stepped up their attacks on industry super funds who are run only to profit members and supported by both Unions and employer groups.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/10/04/attacks-on-industry-super-ramp-up/
In the May edition of your Member Benefits Update we look at the issue of big banks wanting to get their hands on your Super, there’s great savings to be had with ME, terrific deals from The Motor Report, info on how you can join the 2017 Mother’s Day Classic plus there’s a $100 WISH gift card to win!
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Super size your savings with a home-loan offset account from ME
A mortgage offset account can offer the ideal combination of easy access to cash savings while helping you pay off your home loan sooner.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/05/04/member-benefits-update-may-2017/
For more than 20 years, industry super funds have been helping Australians to save for a better retirement.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2017/05/02/have-you-considered-investing-outside-of-super/
Here’s a rundown of the top 3 things to check for on your home insurance policy every year to avoid nasty surprises in the event of a claim.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2016/12/01/home-insurance-up-for-renewal/
Read all about two great banking offers for union members from our partner ME.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2016/10/26/me-special-update-october-2016/
From all of us here at Australian Unions we’d like to wish our readers across Australia a very happy 2016 as we welcome you to the first edition of your Member Benefits Update for the year.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2016/02/03/member-benefits-update-january-february-2016/
Vale Mavis June Robertson 1930 – 2015Australian Unions have paid tribute to one the leading pioneers of Australia’s compulsory super system, Mavis Robertson AM, who died on 17 February at Epworth Hospital, Richmond at the age of 84.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2015/02/25/tribute-to-pioneer-of-superannuation-in-australia/
On this day in 1856, Melbourne's Stonemasons fought for – and won – the 8-hour workday as a nationwide industry standard.
Unfair rostering disadvantages workers in insecure work: unions are calling for for roster justice.
