ASU staff
Lisa Darmanin
Branch Secretary
Lisa is a proud and passionate unionist, beginning her association with the ASU as a member and active workplace delegate, from Berry Street Victoria in 1997. Read more…
0407 308 503
ldarmanin@asuvictas.com.au
Billy King
Branch Executive President
Billy has a long history of activism in the ASU, helping make a difference to the lives of working people. He joined the Municipal Employees Union (MEU) in 1989. Read more …
0437 124 669
bking@asuvictas.com.au
Michelle Jackson
Deputy Branch Secretary
Michelle overseas the Campaigning and Organising team for the Local Government and Energy industry divisions. Along with Leon Wiegard, she is responsible for campaigning and growth across the Branch. Michelle also deputises for the Branch Secretary and Executive President as required. Read more …
P: 03 9342 3474 | M: 0418 539 054
Melissa Wainwright
Assistant Branch Secretary
Melissa overseas the Servicing team, responsible for industrial advocacy and growth across the Branch. Read more …
P: 03 9342 3443 | M: 0408 384 464
Leon Wiegard
Assistant Branch Secretary
Leon overseas the Campaigning and Organising team for the SACS and Infrastructure industry divisions. Along with Michelle Jackson he is responsible for campaigning and growth across the Branch. Read more …
P: 03 9342 3408 | M: 0438 060 298
Lead organisers
Organisers
Branch Executive Members
BRANCH SECRETARY
Lisa Darmanin
BRANCH EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT
Billy King
BRANCH PRESIDENT
Barry Gough
BRANCH SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Jan Wrigley
BRANCH VICE PRESIDENT: WOMEN
Wendy Phillips
BRANCH EXECUTIVE MEMBER: YOUTH
Bianca Long
BRANCH EXECUTIVE MEMBERS:
LOCAL AUTHORITIES INDUSTRY DIVISION
Diane Smith
Maree Renden
Susan Bratby
Andrew Bayes
Kristy Meikle
Simon Davis
Bradley Peirce
Gary Browne
SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICES INDUSTRY DIVISION
Dawn Stuart
Libby Jamieson
Piergiorgio Moro
WATER AND ENERGY INDUSTRY DIVISION
Penny Flynn
Thomas Hillebrand
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, TRANSPORT SHIPPING & TRAVEL,
CLERICAL & ADMINISTRATIVE AND AIRLINES INDUSTRY DIVISION
Dale Borthwick
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CITY OF HOBART REFUSES TO CONTINUE BARGAINING
Following two strong no votes, the City of Hobart General Manager has taken his bat and ball and gone home.
He is refusing to bargain unless members back down on their claims first.
Nick Heath claims a 40% vote in favour of the agreement is enough to stop bargaining. What he has failed to realise is that 50% more employees voted no to his pathetic offer than those who voted yes.
We're asking for job security in Tasmania's largest Council. We're seeking to maintain additional superannuation contributions. And we're seeking a fair pay rise in line with community expectations.
We WILL get them back to the table.
DID YOU KNOW:
The Directors and the General Manager at this Council received combined salary increases in the rage of 16 - 19% last financial year but are only offering 2.5% to their employees; despite budgeting for 3% increases for the next 20 years. Rates in this municipality also increased by 3.25% for rate payers, many of whom are also employees.
The Mercury Newspaper
Shame on Hobart council why are all councils dropping off important communities services ? What happen nothing that’s why I be facing loosing my job soon and unfortunately unions done nothing
Shameful.
Disgraceful. Stay strong, ASU members 👊
Shame Hobart Council Shame this resident is not happy
Thank goodness the union is strong
Despicable. Solidarity to the workers at the forefront of trying to maintain a livable workplace stand tall comrades!
Keep strong.. in unity
Shameful
That's disgusting😠
Grubs
Across the north east of Victoria and in East Gippsland, ASU members are working to restore communities. This includes members who are out around Omeo working hard to prevent trees collapsing, removing damaged trees and making areas safe. This is important work that is part of re-opening roads to isolated communities.
Two years’ ago the Victorian Government ran the first ever family violence workforce census. Sector peaks are supporting this, with Family Safety Victoria (FSV) and key organisations. Meaningful data helps to support meaningful decisions and the ASU is encouraging all relevant workers to participate!
The census closes 28 February and needs to hear from workers across a wide range of workforces that come into contact with, provide support or assistance in family violence, even if it is not the main focus or function of their role. Please respond and share with people who work in:
• Counselling
• Disability Services
• Employment Services
• Financial and Gambling Services
• Housing / Social Housing
• LGBTIQ Services
• Older Victorians services
• Policy, Research and Advocacy –
Please follow this link to complete the census vcoss.org.au/family-violence-workforce-census/