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Greetings and welcome to the first Australian Unions Member Benefits update for 2020.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2020/02/05/member-benefits-update-january-february-2020/
The September edition of your member benefits update brings you seven ways to save money and the planet, we pose the question who needs financial planning exactly, we bring you news from the recent awarding to the Australian union movement of the Medal of the Order of Timor-Leste, there are exclusive union member discounts off your next travel adventure plus we have two fantastic DVD titles courtesy of Madman Entertainment to give away in our monthly competition!
Photo: L-R Thomas Mayor, Sally McManus, Martin Kingham, Michele O’Neil, Leigh Hubbard, Ged Kearney and Kate Lee accepting the Medal of the Order of Timor-Leste on behalf of the Australian union movement last month.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/09/04/member-benefits-update-september-2019/
The August edition of your member benefits update brings you the latest on how to put your tax refund to good use, we look at the scourge of unpaid super, there’s some great Father’s Day deals available using your Member Benefits program and you could win one of five family (ADMIT 4) inseason passes to see Angry Birds in our monthly competition!
Save or splurge? Put your tax refund to good use
How good is tax time? In exchange for a few hours filling out your tax return, you could receive a handy refund cheque.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/08/08/member-benefits-update-august-2019/
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 June edition of your member benefits update we pay tribute to former Prime Minister and former ACTU President, Bob Hawke, we highlight five traps to avoid as a first home buyer, there’s a handy guide on superannuation terminology, plus you can win one of six DVDs in our competition!
Photo: Annie, a HACSU member from Victoria, is proud to be union – read her story here and other union members’ stories on our Facebook page
Vale Bob Hawke
It is with immense sorrow and gratitude that the Australian union movement acknowledges the passing of Bob Hawke on 16 May 2019.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/06/05/member-benefits-update-june-2019/
The federal election is not far off now; we can almost smell the sweet scent of democracy sausage in the air! Our Change the Rules campaign is in full swing in many key electorates around the country and our campaigners have been working extremely hard.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/05/02/member-benefits-update-may-2019/
In the March edition of your Member Benefits Update find out about what’s happening in your state for International Women’s Day, learn how to improve your credit health, there’s a great deal for union members on car hire, find out if your super is being paid on time plus there’s our FREE footy tipping competitions for union members to join!
Above image courtesy of We Are Union Women
Improve your credit health
You stay active, try to eat from a variety of food groups and aim for a decent amount of sleep each night.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/03/06/member-benefits-update-march-2019/
Greetings, dear readers and welcome to the first Australian Unions Member Benefits update for 2019! In our first edition for the year we have a special union member deal on health insurance from HCF, we highlight the new Sally McManus’ book ‘On Fairness’, info about union T Shirt Saturdays and there are three double passes to the movies to win!
Member Benefits Update January/February 2019
Sally McManus book ‘On Fairness’
Most of us believe in fairness.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2019/02/08/member-benefits-update-jan-february-2019/
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/
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/
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/
In the August edition of your Member Benefits Update we welcome the new ACTU President, Michele O’Neil, we help you make the most of tax time, there’s info on the government’s proposal to find your lost super, we’re calling on you to help Australia get the pay rise it deserves, we have some terrific Father’s Day gift ideas you can access through your Member Benefits program, plus you can go in the draw to win one of four double passes to see ‘Madiba the Musical’!
Make the most of tax time
With a juicy refund up for grabs, bank statements can hold the key to tax savings.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/08/08/member-benefits-update-august-2018/
In the July edition of your Member Benefits Update we look at simple ways to put this year’s tax refund to good use, there’s info on ways to complement your super, we have a great winter holiday offering, plus you can go in the draw to win a $100 WISH gift card!
Member Benefits Update July 2018
Save or splurge? Put your tax refund to good use
How good is tax time? In exchange for a few hours filling out your tax return, you could receive a handy refund cheque.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/07/04/member-benefits-update-july-2018/
In the June edition of your Member Benefits Update we encourage you to check your home loan to ensure you are getting the best rates, we highlight our great car insurance offer, we have an update on the recent increase to the minimum wage, we present ‘Change the Rules’ merchandise and we pay tribute to union legend, Ark Tribe.
https://www.australianunions.org.au/2018/06/06/member-benefits-update-june-2018/
Unfair rostering disadvantages workers in insecure work: unions are calling for for roster justice.
