Our union has purchased a limited number of ASU facemasks for members.
They have been really popular, so popular that we’ve had to order more and they are on their way.
We will prioritise front-facing members in the distribution of the masks.
So if you want a mask, let us know here.
Behind all essential services are essential workers.
The quality of these services suffer when community sector workers like Blanche aren't securely employed. These workers need permanent employment, lower turnover and smaller caseloads.
The system isn't working— for workers like Blanche, or for the clients they support. Sign the petition here 👉 www.megaphone.org.au/petitions/essential-not-expendable?fbclid=IwAR3mrLfsUMxZfBXtGHoyNlNUKhbIezp2...
Happy Wednesday— here's some ASU trivia.
Trick question! All of these workers are local government workers. If you're a librarian, childcare educator or swim teacher who's employed by council and wants better support at work, you can join the ASU here 👉https://www.asu.asn.au/asujoin
A B & C
All of the above
Correct!
We can't put it any simpler than that!
Rate capping has led to jobs lost and services slashed, while councils burden Victorians with user pay fees— like parking fines— just to cover the costs.
It's a failed policy, and it needs to go.