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Local Government is not Construction
Last Monday Local Government Victoria (LGV) advised Councils that “many of the civil works ... read more
VicRoads Consultation Members Meeting
VicRoads today commenced formal consultation around the transition to the Joint Venture, in ... read more
Yarra Ranges Shire Council – Notification of Change
Yarra Ranges Shire Council has provided the ASU with formal notification of proposed changes to read more
East Gippsland Shire Council What happens next?
As you are aware, Council's original offer was voted down by you. What Happens next? On ... read more
Moonee Valley City Council EA update – revised wage offer
The ASU Negotiating Team met with management this morning for a further Enterprise Agreement ... read more
South Gippsland Water EBA – Have your say
The South Gippsland Water Agreement is expired and due for renegotiation, now is your chance to read more
Have your say – Mental Health Reforms
Victoria’s Mental Health Sector will be undergoing major changes over the next decade, changes ... read more
Community Health Centre Delegates Meeting
Your bargaining representatives have met to bargain with your employer representatives the VHIA read more
MacKillop Family Services Bargaining is on
Notice of Employee Representational Rights Members may have seen that MacKillop has ... read more
City of Melbourne Strong EA Result – Thank a union member
Congratulations on the strong turnout and endorsement of the Enterprise Agreement. This ... read more
Payroll Changes at Woolworths
The ASU has been notified of proposed changes to payroll processing which will see employees ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Citywide Workers
The present CITYWIDE EBA expiries 30 June 2022. Every ASU member is unique, and every ... read more
Benalla RC – Benalla Depot – Mandatory Vax Update
The ASU has been advised of a meeting with depot staff yesterday informing them that they are ... read more
Backpay for casuals at Frankston City Council
Casuals that were entitled to progress through their banding increments at Frankston City ... read more
West Coast Council – Management responds to ASU Log of Claims
Negotiations for a new Enterprise Agreement have commenced and on Monday 20th September, ... read more
TasWater – Time to Take Action!
Industrial Action will commence this Wednesday 22 September 2021. Attached for your ... read more
Construction ruling from Kingston
The ASU has been advised of an email that staff received informing that they are ... read more
Qantas Vaccination Policy – What do you need to know?
The Qantas Group has published the final version of its COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Employees ... read more
TasWater Union Win
Recently, the ASU raised a dispute with TasWater concerning the removal of substitute RDOs on ... read more
Derwent Valley Council: ASU members prepare for Industrial Action
Following the success of your ballot to reserve the right to take industrial action, the ASU ... read more
Derwent Valley Council ASU Childcare members prepare for Industrial Action
Following the success of your ballot to reserve the right to take industrial action, the ASU ... read more
Whitehorse City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Carol Wocker has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
City of Greater Geelong ASU Members Update September 2021
Enterprise Agreement (EA) Bargaining has started at Council, with the ASU team setting the ... read more
Hume City Council EBA Update
Bargaining for your new Enterprise Agreement has reached an impasse. Council have made the bad ... read more
Mansfield Shire ASU Members EA Meetings
The ASU will be Holding two paid meetings to update members on the Enterprise Agreement. We ... read more
Phillip Island Nature Park Site Visits
ASU Organiser Colin Houghton will be attending the park and doing some site visits Tuesday 21 ... read more
Brimbank City Council ASU Does Not Recommend the EA – VOTE NO
Your union believes you deserve more. You are delivering services in a global pandemic. We know read more
LG Campaign Committee Survey
Thank you for nominating to be part of the LG Campaign Committee. This committee group will ... read more
Is your workplace consulting with you on Gender Equality?
The ASU invites you to a Gender Equality Network meeting. DATE: Thursday 7 October TIME: ... read more
Strike threat in Launch Housing classification stoush
Launch Housing staff have commenced a vote to take protected industrial action as Launch refuse read more
ASU Safety Alert: Working Safely in the Ballarat Lockdown
Australian Services Union is by your side, especially during Covid lockdown. The Ballarat ... read more
Improving workplace conditions at Whitehorse City Council- Final Log of Claims
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR Whitehorse City Council WORKERS Enterprise bargaining has ... read more
Library Liaison Network Meeting
You’re invited to the following Library Liaison Network Meeting via zoom. DATE: Wednesday 6 ... read more
What’s happening in local government right now?
We want to hear what you think. We have just four questions to get a snapshot of what's ... read more
Bass Coast Council – Time to have your say
Your ASU Organiser Colin Houghton will be holding some site meetings to formulate a Log of ... read more
ASU Delegates Conference 2021 – “Essential, Safe, Secure” 13&14 October
This is your invitation to the ASU Victorian and Tasmanian Authorities & Services Delegates read more
TasWater – URGENT MEETING to discuss Protected Actions
CONGRATULATIONS on the successful vote in favour of taking Protected Action! The ASU will ... read more
Bendigo City Council Enterprise Agreement Update Member Meetings Coming Up
Negotiations for a new enterprise agreement are well underway. All parties have discussed their read more
Kingborough Council – Urgent ASU meetings – Time To Vote NO Again!
Management has put out an EA offer that is substantially the same as the one that was ... read more
Kentish & Latrobe Councils – Endorse the ASU Log of Claims
We have recently completed a round of meetings where we sought your feedback on the ASU log of ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – Enterprise Agreement Update – ASU Counter Offer
Your priorities Thanks to those members who filled out the survey and identified your ... read more
Voting now open for the new CoM enterprise agreement
As you may be aware, the ballot is now open for CoM employees to vote on whether you accept the read more
ASU Update – VicRoads Privatisation
The ASU can finally reveal the gains we have achieved for staff under our Memorandum of ... read more
GWM Water Better Pay and Conditions Survey
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across the ... read more
Benalla RC – EA Update: ASU Log of Claims and Council Log
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement (EA) at Benalla Rural City Council has started to get read more
ASU survey into insecure work in the community sector
ASU members are campaigning for fairer secure employment, longer funding terms and a more ... read more
Central Goldfields SC – ASU Members Enterprise Agreement Meeting at CGSC
What’s happening with our Agreement? The workforce at Central Goldfields overwhelmingly ... read more
Maribyrnong CC – Mobile Eyes – Are they watching you?
Australian Services Union members and potential members met at Maribyrnong depot. We talked ... read more
Ausnet – EBA Update
The negotiating committee met again this week on Tuesday ( 14/9/21). Further progress has ... read more
Sexual harassment, equal opportunity, and victimisation policies at Yarra City Council
The ASU has identified that Yarra City Council’s sexual harassment and equal opportunities ... read more
Goldfields Library – ASU member meetings on Tuesday 14 September
You may not be aware but we have never finalised the enterprise agreement. We now have in ... read more
ASU CFA PTA EA Members meeting next Tuesday
Bargaining is progressing for a new CFA PTA Agreement, and your Union delegates are preparing ... read more
Workers together on the frontline, come together online
Safe Steps & 1800 Respect workers are invited to attend one of two meetings on Tuesday 21 ... read more
Late Night ASU Campaign Meeting
The ASU knows that not all of our members work 9-5, so we’re holding late-night Zoom meetings ... read more
Mount Alexander SC – It’s time to vote on the EBA
We have received a revised Enterprise Agreement offer from management. We will be holding 3 ... read more
Swan Hill Rural City Council Vote No
You will have received a memo from the CEO advising that voting will commence on the Enterprise read more
Bass Coast SC – EBA Log of Claims!
We have scheduled some online Meetings. If you are an ASU member or prospective member and ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Sunbury Cobaw Community Health
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Bendigo Community Health Service
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Anglicare St Luke’s
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Berry Street, Eaglemont
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Moonee Valley EA update: Management wage offer
As you are aware, the ASU Negotiating Team is currently negotiating a new enterprise agreement ... read more
Yarra Ranges EA Update Meetings
The ASU will be holding meetings via Zoom next week to discuss Yarra Ranges latest ... read more
Ausnet – Enterprise Agreement Update
The Unions met with management representatives again this Tuesday. Considerable progress has ... read more
Essential Not Expendable – ASU Members Step Up Again
ASU community sector members are fighting for secure jobs and a more secure sector. You can ... read more
Council Aged Care Delegates Meeting September
You’re invited to the next installment of the ASU’s online monthly delegate meeting. DATE: ... read more
Ventia EA Negotiation Update
As you would be aware Ventia issued the Notification of Employee Representational Rights (NERR) read more
Moonee Valley 10 year financial plan
Moonee Valley’s ten year financial plan has recently been released by Councillors. You can read read more
Hume City Council EA Update
Bargaining for your new enterprise agreement (EA) has reached an impasse. Council have made the read more
GWM Water EA Paid Time Member Meetings Next Week
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across your read more
ASU members win at Uniting
Members at Uniting AOD/MH recently contacted management requesting that entitlements previously read more
ASU Win: Job Security at WRRGs
Over recent months, the ASU has been meeting with the Minister for Energy, Environment and ... read more
ASU concerns about possible restructure
ASU members at South East Water have contacted the Union about a meeting that occurred ... read more
Wages and Conditions for Gateway Health
ASU members across Victoria are working to defend Community Health Centre workplace rights and ... read more
Work Shouldn’t Hurt
Australian Services Union knows that members are working hard every day to deliver services to ... read more
Ausnet – ASU Enterprise Bargaining Update
The Unions met with Ausnet management on 31 August to progress the EA negotiations. The ... read more
Whitehorse City Council Log of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Hobart City Council Time to Vote – Union Meetings
As you are aware voting for your new proposed Enterprise Agreement (EA) is soon. The voting ... read more
Snap ASU meeting to respond to the Victorian Social Housing Regulation Review
The Victorian Government is undertaking an independent review of regulation of public, ... read more
Vaccination Status Survey
Thank you to all our members who participated in the Vaccination Status survey. We had 407 ... read more
ASU members at GWW: Time to have your say.
The ASU is running meetings next week to provide you with the opportunity to express your views read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Bethany
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at SACHAS Sunshine
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Urgent CHW Bargaining Meeting
On Tuesday your bargaining team put forward a proposal that included us giving up ground on ... read more
CAFS Urgent Enterprise Bargaining Update Meetings
The ASU bargaining team have been negotiating the new EA agreement with CAFS Senior Management ... read more
North Central CMA Bargaining Update and Gender Equality Consultation Committee
Your ASU representatives today attended enterprise agreement negotiation and the inaugural ... read more
ASU Member Meetings QVMAG Update: City of Launceston 2021 EA Bargaining
The ASU will be holding the following member update meetings at QVMAG Sites. DATE: Thursday ... read more
Thank you to our ASU Early Childhood Educators!
Did you know tomorrow is Early Childhood Educators Day? It is a time to recognise and ... read more
The Perks and Pitfalls of Working From Home
The onset of COVID-19 last year saw many office-based workers being allowed to work from home ... read more
Lockdowns coming? Know your rights!
With recent media coverage around Tasmania’s plans for if/when COVID-19 arrives in Tasmania ... read more
Great ASU Attendance at Unions Tasmania Anna Stewart Memorial Project And Women’s Conference!
Four fabulous ASU women, Gina Tate, Bianca Long (both Qantas), Debbie Murphy (Devonport City ... read more
Has the Andrews Government lost control of the community sector?
Even in a global pandemic, the Andrews Government treats community sector workers as ... read more
Persistence Pays off at YSAS
Recently the ASU have assisted two members at the Youth Support and Advocacy Service (YSAS) in ... read more
30% off First Aid Training at the Red Cross
As an ASU member you can now get up to 30% off First Aid Training at the Red Cross! This is ... read more
BIG win for workers at Wellington Shire
Through the dogged determination of ASU delegates and the know-how of ASU organisers, many low ... read more
HBCC Delegates don’t back down on proper consultation
In late 2018 ASU Delegates walked out of several consecutive monthly consultative committee ... read more
Delegate Profile: Wal St Clair
Wal St Clair joined the ASU in 1999 and became a delegate shortly after. Wal was a mobile ... read more
ASU Wins Back Pay for Workers at Casey Council
An ASU member who wouldn’t take being rebuffed by her employer has won backpay for Casey City ... read more
Building Power in Lockdown
It’s pretty clear that lockdowns are going to be with us for quite a while to come yet. Most read more
Melbourne CC – Your EA Vote Opens
On Tuesday this week, you will be given an opportunity to vote on your enterprise ... read more
Hepburn Shire Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Robert Hildebrand and Zac Lyons have now been elected as an ... read more
The Wilderness Society – MEA negotiations underway
As many of you would be aware negotiations for your new MEA have commenced with the first ... read more
NCR Bulletin
The ASU and your bargaining representatives will meet again tomorrow with NCR to progress with ... read more
Update on Qantas Group Vaccination Policy
Members will be aware that Qantas Group has recently announced that it intends to require ... read more
Important ASU Update: Additional Wins in your new EBA at Boroondara City Council
Your new enterprise agreement has now been certified by the Fair Work Commission; however, it ... read more
Union WIN
Recently the ASU made an application to the Fair Work Commission (Commission) to vary the ... read more
Knox City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Jaki Mitchell has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Enterprise Bargaining: Have you received your ballot? VOTE
Have you received your ballot to reserve your right to take industrial action? YES? DON'T ... read more
Foundation House – ASU member’s enterprise bargaining update meeting
The bargaining process at Foundation House has been delayed for some time. We are pleased to ... read more
Knox ASU Member Update: EA Rollover
The ASU has confirmed with Knox that the revised Enterprise Agreement (EA) offer has been ... read more
Climate Action for Unionists
VTHC & ACTU have developed the first of its kind course designed around Climate Action for ... read more
Kingborough Council Revised Enterprise Agreement Offer
Following the unsuccessful vote on your Enterprise Agreement, we returned to the bargaining ... read more
Stonnington City Council Stand Up Fight Back
Enterprise bargaining negotiations are continuing. Council is attempting to gut your agreement. read more
Phillip Island Nature Park EBA Meetings Changed.
Unfortunately, with current restrictions as they are we have had to postpone our planned site ... read more
Maribyrnong CC – Proposed Change Impacting Operations, Regulatory and Engineering Teams
ASU has a notice from Council on proposed change impacting Operation, Regulatory and ... read more
Essential Not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Unison
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential Not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Ballarat Community Health
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Launch Housing Protected Action Ballot Vote Yes
Launch Housing has not agreed to our claim seeking a classification review and wants to remove ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – Paid ASU Members Meeting – Friday at 2pm
The ASU Negotiating Team is continuing to meet with management to negotiate a new enterprise ... read more
Webinar for aged care and disability workers on Covid-19 vaccination
Are you an aged care or disability worker who is still unsure about covid-19 ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at VICSRC
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Boroondara City Council Stand Downs
The Boroondara City Council announcement that 84 School Crossing Supervisors have been stood ... read more
City of Melbourne Enterprise agreement vote next Tuesday
Next Tuesday, you will be given an opportunity to vote on whether to endorse a new enterprise ... read more
Kingston City Council Update from Library Members’ Meeting
Following a recent member meeting and a previous survey conducted, your ASU delegates and ... read more
Bass Coast EBA Update Meetings
With EBA negotiations about to commence at Bass Coast Shire, Your ASU representatives need your read more
Upcoming ASU meetings at Loddon Shire Council now online only.
The Victorian Government has announced further restrictions to limit the spread of ... read more
ESSENTIAL NOT EXPENDABLE CAMPAIGN BRIEFING AT WOMEN’S HEALTH WEST
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Waratah Wynyard Council Log of Claims Update
We have recently completed a round of meetings where we sought your feedback on the ASU log of ... read more
Enterprise Bargaining on Track at Central Highlands Water
Before bargaining for the CHW 2021 Agreement began, ASU members were clear that they wanted ... read more
Delegates Pressure Councils for Home Care Packages
Delegates across councils in Victoria have unanimously decided to pressure councils to offer ... read more
Petition to Save Aged Care at Latrobe Council!
This week aged care workers at Latrobe council made the front page of the Latrobe Express with ... read more
Phillip Island Nature Park EBA Update
Negotiations are about to commence for your upcoming EBA What is important to you? More ... read more
South Gippsland Shire Council ASU Meetings
What is happening in neighbouring Councils? What are the average pay increases being gained? ... read more
Personal leave for work-related COVID testing at Launch Housing
Due to the COVID outbreak in St Kilda, ASU members at Launch Housing sites in the area have ... read more
Ausnet Services Enterprise Agreement Update
Enterprise Bargaining has commenced with the first substantive negotiation session taking place read more
ASU Delegate Election at Hepburn Shire Council: Nomination of Robert Hildebrand and Zac Lyons
ASU members Robert Hildebrand (Transfer Station) and Zac Lyons (Depot) formally nominated to ... read more
EGSC employees have spoken
As you are aware, you as ASU members and staff of EGSC have spoken and voted no to the offer ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Survey for Mackillop Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement will soon commence. As an ASU Member you are ... read more
ASU CAFS Enterprise Agreement Update – August 2021
Your ASU Delegates have been meeting with management since April to negotiate your Enterprise ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Red Cross Australia
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Building Power – Local Government Delegate Network Meeting
At our next Delegate Network meeting, we will be discussing strategies for recruitment and ... read more
Children’s Services Delegates and Members Online Meeting
How has rate capping affected Children's Services? We want to know. You are invited to ... read more
Invitation only delegates meeting to discuss ‘Rate Cap’ Campaign
You have been identified as a key delegate we want to talk to! You are invited to attend a ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions Survey: Merri Creek Management Committee
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement will shortly commence. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
Essential Not Expendable
ASU delegates and members like you are fighting to make the community sector more secure for ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions Survey: Whitehorse City Council
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement will shortly commence. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
Loddon Shire Council Log Of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Origin Energy Members Meetings
The ASU will be holding two paid meetings to discuss the Enterprise Agreement. This is your ... read more
Mass Meeting for ASU Community Sector members
The community services sector is facing a crisis of insecure work and insecure funding. ... read more
Stonnington City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Claudia Farha has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
ASU Delegates Needed!
Do you want to have a voice in your workplace? Are you interested in the protection and ... read more
Moira SC – Union meeting set for 19 August have been cancelled
Unfortunately, due to lockdown restrictions, the below meeting at Moira has been cancelled. We ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Bargaining Concluded at West Wimmera Shire Council
Bargaining for your new enterprise agreement (EA) is now completed. At meetings in July members read more
Knox CC – Changes – Early Childhood Program at Knox Regional Netball Centre and Rowville Community Centre
Knox has advised the ASU that they intend to make changes to the existing Early Childhood ... read more
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR PHILLIP ISLAND NATURE PARK WORKERS
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU member you are ... read more
Campaspe SC – Union meettings set for 18 August have been cancelled
Unfortunately, due to lockdown restrictions, the below meetings at Campaspe have been ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Enterprise Agreement Protected Action: Get ready to vote
We remain united in our resolve for fair pay and conditions at Derwent Valley Council. Another ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefings at Uniting Vic Tas
You’re invited to attend one of 4 meetings to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Hobsons Bay City Council Staff Monitoring Is Not Okay
ASU is concerned about the proposal that Council monitors telephone calls. There has not been ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Werribee Uniting
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Greater Western Water – ASU Members Update
ASU Delegates and officials have made it clear to GWW that the commitments made by the State ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Ballot – Vote No!
Your new enterprise agreement will soon go out to vote. Unfortunately, the unions cannot ... read more
Glen Eira Rollover Vote Open to 18 Aug
The Glen Eira one-year rollover Enterprise Agreement vote opened yesterday morning, and will ... read more
ASU Members Meeting Feedback: COM EA Offer
Members attended a virtual meeting this morning to vote on the wage offer from CoM. The offer ... read more
Care Connect Essential not Expendable campaign meeting
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
ESSENTIAL NOT EXPENDABLE Campaign Briefing at GEN U
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
MHA Care Enterprise Agreement Update
Thank you to everyone who came to the meeting last night. Unfortunately, there was an error in ... read more
Melbourne CC – REMINDER: ASU members meeting TOMORROW, 9AM VIA ZOOM
ASU members will be meeting tomorrow morning at 9am to discuss and vote on whether to accept a ... read more
Jemena – Paid union meeting to discuss log of claims
Members are advised that there will be a paid meeting, via MS Teams to discuss a log of claims ... read more
CHW ASU Members Meetings – Next Steps in Negotiations
ASU members at Central Highlands Water are requested to attend one of two online meetings on ... read more
North Central CMA Bargaining Update
Today your ASU Bargaining Team attended the second 2021 enterprise agreement negotiations ... read more
East Gippsland Shire Council Staff Vote NO!
EGSC employees, led by ASU members, have spoken. ASU members and their workplace ... read more
Zinfra Enterprise Agreement Update
Members would be aware that the ASU has been meeting with Zinfra to negotiate a new ... read more
Disciplinary matters at Greater Western Water – You have to see it to believe it
Since April, the ASU has been involved in representing five union members in relation to ... read more
Improving workplace conditions at City of Greater Bendigo – Final Log of Claims
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR BENDIGO WORKERS Enterprise bargaining has kicked off again. We read more
Catholic Care Victoria Consultation Period Extended
ASU members at Catholic Care Victoria met with organisers Charlie and Tim this week about their read more
Ventia Enterprise Agreement Meetings
ASU representatives met with Ventia on Monday morning to commence negotiations for the ... read more
Launch ASU members to vote on industrial action
After increasing frustrations with enterprise bargaining, ASU members at Launch have instructed read more
Frankston Council casual conversion success!
As part of the insecure work campaign by the ASU, we have been reviewing the use of casual ... read more
Council Aged Care Delegates Meeting August
Next instalment of online monthly delegate meeting (August). Date: Tuesday 17 August Time: ... read more
ASU Member Update: Manningham EA Vote
The vote for your new enterprise agreement (EA) opened yesterday. In May a majority of ... read more
ASU Member Update: Kingston Family & Children’s Centres
ASU delegate Shana and Organiser Lorraine met with Tiffany Smith last week to progress concerns read more
Knox Paid Time Member Meetings – This Thursday!
After taking your feedback to Council on the one-year rollover offer, Council has responded ... read more
Casey CC – Enterprise Agreement Update
The ASU has been notified of the outcome of the Enterprise Agreement (EA) vote which ... read more
Kingston CC – Library After Hours Meeting
The ASU will be holding a union meeting after hours detail below to discuss matters in the ... read more
ERL Upcoming Enterprise Agreement Meetings
ERL has tabled a log of claims which details a change from the current full time 35 and 38 hour read more
ASU Member Update Meetings: City of Launceston 2021 EA Bargaining
The ASU will be holding the following member update meetings across Council. All ASU ... read more
Hobsons Bay Library & Customer Service Proposal – ASU Advice
Australian Services Union (ASU) Organisers and Delegates are concerned about the proposal to ... read more
Brimbank City Council Enterprise Agreement Update Meeting
The ASU will be holding a general meeting to provide an update on the progress of enterprise ... read more
Maroondah City Council Log of Claims Members Meetings coming up Thursday
To better protect workers in an increasingly dangerous world, the ASU has developed new claims. read more
Benalla Rural City Council Log of Claims Paid Time Members Meeting This Week
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Delegates invited to meeting with Victoria’s Gender Equality Commissioner and more
The ASU has been working with other unions to arrange for the Gender Equality Commissioner, Dr ... read more
Aged Care Employee Day
Last Saturday 7 August was Aged Care Employee Day. The ASU made this video to thank all our ... read more
West Coast Council – ASU Log of Claims & endorsement meetings
As negotiations have been scheduled to commence on Monday 6 September, your ASU delegates, ... read more
Melbourne CC – Paid Time ASU Members Meeting: FRIDAY 13 AUGUST, 9AM VIA ZOOM
For two months now, the ASU Negotiating Team has been locked in renewed negotiations with CoM ... read more
It takes paid leave to leave
Family and domestic violence is at crisis levels during the COVID-19 pandemic. ASU members ... read more
Parks Victoria Members Meeting – EA Offer
Management has put a new offer on the table to try to resolve the Parks Victoria ... read more
Delegates invited to meeting with Victoria’s Gender Equality Commissioner and more
The ASU has been working with other unions to arrange for the Gender Equality Commissioner, Dr ... read more
MHA Care EBA Update
We have gone through all of managements proposed changes to your Enterprise Agreement (EA). ... read more
Moira Healthcare Alliance – Your pay and conditions under attack
ASU Members met on 5th August to discuss managements proposed Enterprise Agreement (EA). ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Update: Southern Midlands Council
Thanks for attending meetings in your workplace. You told us you want to see improvements to ... read more
Essential Not Expendable campaign briefing at Good Shepherd
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
ASU EA Update @ RAV
As you know your enterprise agreement was voted up by staff and awaiting certification by the ... read more
Water Industry Delegates Network Meeting – Monday 23 August
The Water Industry Delegates Network is back, and there’s a lot to discuss. Come along to ... read more
ASU Delegate Election at Stonnington City Council: Nomination of Claudia Farha.
On Tuesday 3rd August 2021 ASU member Claudia Farha formally nominated to become an ASU ... read more
Hobsons Bay CC – Youth Services Union Meeting
Australian Services Union represents Youth Services in Councils across Victoria. We value the ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at YSAS
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Win For ASU Members at Ventia
As you are aware the ASU sought Fair Work Commission assistance with getting Ventia to commit ... read more
Councilors interested in webinar on home care packages
* By submitting the form you are agreeing to be contacted by the ASU with updates on aged ... read more
Hepburn Shire Council Enterprise Bargaining Update No 1
Well done to all ASU members for your feedback and for attending the rounds of scheduled ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Enterprise Agreement Update
Today we have re-lodged the Protected Action Ballot with Fair Work to ensure every member’s ... read more
Yarra City Council Enterprise Bargaining Update No 4
Thank you to all of you who attended our previous member meetings and provided us your feedback read more
Save our Local Services at Moira Shire Council
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
ASU Catholic Care Victoria Restructure Consultation Update
The ASU will be holding a meeting via Zoom for members at Catholic Care Victoria to discuss the read more
Save our Local Services at Campaspe Shire Council
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Community Legal Centres Log of Claims Vote
ASU Assistant Branch Secretary will be holding a meeting via Zoom to vote on the Community ... read more
Bayside City Council Log of Claims Meetings
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Eastern Regional Libraries Bargaining Update
Your ASU Delegates Sue, Robin, Amy and Steph have been meeting with representatives from ERL to read more
QANTAS ANNOUNCES STANDDOWNS
This morning Qantas announced that 2,500 of its workers would be stood down for 2 months from ... read more
Moira Health Care Alliance – Meeting to discuss enterprise agreement
You would be aware that MHA Care has put an enterprise agreement out to the vote. The ASU was ... read more
Mt Alexander Shire Council Enterprise Bargaining Update
We last met with management on Thursday 1 July 2021. At that meeting, we failed to reach ... read more
Coliban Water – Online meeting to discuss the Enterprise Agreement negotiations
As you may be aware, the Australian Services Union (ASU), Professionals Australia (PA) and a ... read more
Essential not Expendable – It’s time to take action!
It’s just not right that community sector workers are declared to be essential by the state ... read more
Catholic Care Victoria Restructure – Delegates Involved in Change Management
ASU delegates and organisers are heavily involved in change management at Catholic Care ... read more
Bargaining begins for Multi Business Agreement in Community Health
Delegates from across the 28 Community Health Centres covered by the Multi Business Agreement ... read more
Protracted Bargaining Period Yields Results
Sometimes bargaining for a new EA can drag on for months, and in some cases, years. Anglicare ... read more
Delegate Profile – Suzanne Schulz – Clarence City Council
Suzanne is one of our newest Delegates, having been in the role for less than six ... read more
State Public Sector Bargaining
The State Government recently announced changes to its Wages Policy, which mean that any ... read more
Community Legal Centres – Meeting to endorse log of claims
A meeting has been called for all ASU members at community legal centres to discuss and vote on read more
ASU Members are getting Vaccinated Now on Paid Time
Community and Public Sector employers are responding to ASU members requests to get vaccinated ... read more
Delegate Profile – Nicole Guns
Nicole Guns is a newly elected Delegate at East Gippsland Shire. Nic works as a community laws ... read more
ASU Climate Action and Sustainability Network
The ASU accepts that climate change is occurring and believes practical action must be planned ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Offer – Vote No!
The Enterprise Agreement (EA) voting period starts today! The vote is open Monday 2 - Friday 6 ... read more
Kentish and Latrobe Councils – Meeting Notice
Your ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding joint meetings for both Kentish and Latrobe ... read more
** Vision Super Local Heroes 2021 Terms and Conditions**
Information relating to entry, the collection of personal information and prizes ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Ballot Hiccup Yet We Stand United
Please see attached here the release of the Protected Action Ballot outcome, which was ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Anchor
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Bendigo City Council Log of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
CHC Log of Claims Multi Business Agreement Member’s Meeting
Following meetings and consultation with members throughout the sector, the ASU Community ... read more
City of Launceston 2021 EA ASU Bargaining Update
Significant progress has been achieved to date at the bargaining table with some positive ... read more
Are you really valued? Reasons to Vote No on Casey EA!
“Admiration” now “most valuable resources” - does EA offer reflect what council really ... read more
Ventia – EBA Update
The ASU wrote to Ventia on the 30th of June, advising of our intention of proceeding with a ... read more
MiCare – Online meeting to discuss employee ballot and next steps
As you may be aware, the proposed enterprise agreement has been rejected by a majority of ... read more
North Central CMA Enterprise Bargaining Update
Your ASU bargaining team (including delegate nominee Rod White) met with management today ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Enterprise Agreement Update Negotiations: Feedback needed
Your ASU bargaining team met with Council management representatives on Tuesday. Council’s ... read more
Bargaining Concerns at Wodonga City Council
Management has tabled a draft of the enterprise agreement. They have removed clauses and ... read more
Kingston Childcare Update
Following the recent round of visits and survey results, the ASU has collated the feedback from read more
Closing Today: Greater Western Water Diversity and Inclusion Pulse Survey
It’s not often that the ASU recommends that members complete a survey being conducted by ... read more
Bass Coast SC – Let us know your priorities for the next enterprise agreement
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR BASS COAST SHIRE COUNCIL WORKERS Bargaining for a new ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Star Health
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Swan Hill RC – Correction
We wish to correct a part of the email sent yesterday to ASU members at Swan Hill Rural City ... read more
Melbourne CC – Fair Work Commission – quick update
The ASU, ANMF and City of Melbourne appeared before the Fair Work Commission today and ... read more
Geelong CC – ASU members EA Update July 2021
Better Pay and Conditions For Local Government Workers: Geelong City Council Every ASU ... read more
Casey CC – ASU representatives urge all employees to vote NO, every vote matters!
It’s nearly here! The vote for your Enterprise Agreement runs 2 - 6 August. Why Vote ... read more
Swan Hill RC – Correcting the record
Recently the CEO put out a video message about the enterprise bargaining agreement (EBA) ... read more
Loddon SC – ASU survey on your priorities for the next enterprise agreement
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LODDON SHIRE COUNCIL WORKERS Bargaining for a new Enterprise ... read more
City of Melbourne – Fair Work Today
This afternoon the ASU Negotiating Team will attend the Fair Work Commission about your ... read more
Survey For Better Vaccine Support
The ASU has been working closely with other health unions to lobby the federal government about read more
WHAT DO WE WANT?
ASU members are standing up and fighting back against Councils and Libraries pitiful pay ... read more
ASU City Works update July 2021
ASU Office and Delegates met with management of City-Works last week. We discussed and ... read more
TasWater’s Offer Not Good Enough
ASU MEETINGS TasWater has halted enterprise bargaining and is planning on putting their ... read more
Bendigo City Council Log of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Yarra Ranges Shire Council – Paid ASU members meetings
Paid members meetings to discuss the ASU Log of Claims to be held at Yarra Ranges Shire Council read more
Bayside City Council Log of Claims Survey
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement will be commencing soon. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
It’s almost time to VOTE NO to EGSC EBA offer
All ASU members should have had a chance to read management’s latest EBA offer. This “final ... read more
Community Legal Centres – Meeting to discuss draft Log of Claims
A meeting has been called by ASU members at Community Legal Centres to discuss the Draft Log of read more
Gippsland Water – ASU Agreement Update
Have we reached agreement? We have agreed to send a draft Agreement to Industrial Relations ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Maroondah Council Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement is about to commence. As an ASU Member you are ... read more
Community Health Centre Multi-Employer Business Agreement
ASU CHC delegates have already attended their first negotiation as bargaining representatives ... read more
Stonnington CC – ASU Aged Care Meeting Cancelled
Due to the extension of current restrictions relating to the COVID-19 outbreak in Melbourne, I ... read more
Kingborough Council – Enterprise Agreement Voting Time
Bargaining for your enterprise agreement has now concluded with no further movement from ... read more
NCCMA Enterprise Agreement Negotiations To Commence Shortly
The ASU has received notice from North Central Catchment Management Authority (NCCMA) that they read more
All Health Workers Eligible For Pfizer Vaccine
The Victorian Department of Health has issued a notice advising all health care workers listed ... read more
Waratah/Wynyard Council – Meeting Notice
ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding meetings across Waratah/Wynyard Council. These ... read more
Upcoming ASU meetings at Greater City of Bendigo Council postponed
The Victorian Government last week announced further restrictions to limit the spread of ... read more
Review of the Mental Health Act
As part of the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System, ... read more
Australian Council of Trade Union’s Congress
You’re invited to attend the Australian Council of Trade Union’s Congress for 2021. This ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions Survey: Benalla Council Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
Central Goldfields Shire Council ASU says Vote No
Agreement negotiations started in March this year. We have pushed for improvements and ... read more
City of Melbourne Enterprise Agreement Negotiations Update
We attended today’s meeting expecting to receive a revised offer and response to the ASU’s ... read more
Bendigo City Council Log of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Library Liaison Group Meeting
You’re invited to the next Library Liaison Network Meeting via zoom DATE: Tuesday 27 ... read more
Update over major changes at LCHS
The ASU has written to LCHS advising them of the impact these changes within the Behavioural ... read more
Moonee Valley City Council Enterprise Agreement update
Improving conditions, clause by clause Over the past weeks, the ASU Negotiating Team has been ... read more
Council Aged Care Delegates Meeting
The ASU will be holding the next instalment of our online monthly delegate meeting. DATE: ... read more
Stonnington City Council Paid Aged Care Members Meeting
The ASU has organised a PAID members meeting to discuss: Federal changes in the aged care ... read more
TasWater Enterprise Agreement Meeting
Your ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding a meeting at the Zeehan Depot next ... read more
West Coast Council Enterprise Agreement Meetings
ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding meetings across West Coast Council next ... read more
Sorell Council Classifications Update
Thanks for attending the recent meeting regarding classifications. Our legal team would like ... read more
WRRG Good news! Government agrees in principle to Transmission of Business
The ASU has spoken to WRRG representatives this morning and we have been advised that the ... read more
No response from CoM to ASU Counter Offer
The ASU Negotiating Team met with City of Melbourne on Monday expecting to receive a revised ... read more
Vote NO to EGSC EBA offer
The access period to review management’s latest enterprise agreement offer started on Monday 12 read more
Wodonga CC – Reminder: Log of Claims Survey
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement at Wodonga has commenced. The ASU has been ... read more
Major Change – Launch Housing, Elizabeth Street Common Ground
Launch Housing has advised the ASU that they are proposing a restructure for Elizabeth Street ... read more
ASU Glen Eira Warrawee Member Update
As advised in the previous update provided to you on Tuesday 4 May 2021, the ASU had spoken to ... read more
Casey Paid EA Update Meetings and No Vote
The ASU will be holding PAID meetings to discuss in detail the final position and voting ... read more
CFA Log of Claims – Meeting and survey
After many months of discussions with members, your ASU CFA PTA Log of Claims is just about ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Anglicare Broadmeadows office
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Moorabool SC – ASU members vote to accept Council’s offer
ASU members have voted to accept Councils offer of $27.50 per week for 3 years including full ... read more
Casey Enterprise Agreement Update – STILL A NO VOTE.
The ASU has been provided with a draft document which we have now reviewed. We are still in ... read more
Swan Hill RC – Your choice or the CEO’s?
The CEO told you in a recent video that “you won’t have enough money to retire on to have a ... read more
Moonee Valley Childcare Members Meeting
As flagged in the newsletter earlier this week, as part of the negotiations for a new ... read more
Melbourne CC – ASU Members reject offer and to propose counter-offer tomorrow
Over 100 ASU members met today to determine the ASU response to the latest offer from City of ... read more
CHC Delegates the power behind a successful agreement
Thank you for your support in encouraging members to complete the ASU CHC Log of Claims Survey ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Offer Falls Short: Reserving Your Right to Take Action
Your ASU bargaining team met with Council management representatives today. A summary of the ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Anglicare After hours
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Major Change- Launch Housing, Elizabeth Street Common Ground
Launch Housing has advised the ASU that they are proposing ra restructure for Elizabeth Street ... read more
Moorabool Shire Council Urgent Meeting – Updated EBA Offer
Management have increased their offer to $27.50 per week with full back pay. We will be holding read more
City of Melbourne – ASU Members meeting 2.15pm Wednesday
The ASU will be holding a members meeting tomorrow at 2pm. The purpose of this meeting is to ... read more
Anglicare Tasmania 2021 Collective Agreement – ASU Update
As you would be aware your 2021 Collective Agreement is now available for your review in ... read more
City of Melbourne Bargaining Update
The City of Melbourne has put a new element of the offer on the table. They are now offering read more
Gannawarra Shire Crisis on the Frontline Meetings
ASU Organiser Clay O’Brien will be holding meetings to provide you with an update on our Crisis read more
Hindmarsh Shire Crisis on the Frontline Meetings
All workers at Hindmarsh Shire Council are invited to meet with ASU Campaign Organiser, Clay ... read more
Important Catholic Care Victoria ASU Members Update
WORKPLACE REDESIGN NEXT STEPS. The ASU is continuing to meet with CCV Management to be ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – Childcare Services Schedule meeting
Management has scheduled a meeting to discuss the Schedule that covers childcare ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at ACSO
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at YACVic
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
VCOSS prepares to Bargain
The ASU has held an initial discussion with your employer to schedule some future meeting dates read more
Ventia – ASU enterprise agreement update and survey
We recently concluded a round of visits to discuss options to get Ventia to agree to commence ... read more
AEMO management breaks off negotiations! ASU meeting 8 July
Click here to register for the ASU EBA meeting on 8 July. AEMO management is trying to rush ... read more
Women With Disabilities – ASU meeting to discuss draft enterprise agreement
You are invited to a meeting to discuss the draft enterprise agreement for Women With ... read more
Latrobe CC – ASU member meetings- EA Coming to Crunch Time
Negotiations for a new enterprise agreement continued with a meeting held between your ASU ... read more
Good Shepherd Essential not Expendable campaign meeting
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Good Shepherd You are invited to attend a ... read more
Moorabool Shire Council Stop Work Update
Well done to everyone who attended the stop work meeting on Wednesday. If you have not already ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Whitehorse Manningham Library Workers
Preparation for negotiations for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced! As an ASU Member read more
Manningham Council – Members meetings and EA progress at last!
We will be holding members meetings next week to update you on a win in bargaining for your ... read more
Meetings next week – indexation and job insecurity in the community sector – our campaign is working
I want to invite you to a meeting to discuss important developments that affect the community ... read more
Breaking News: Indexation and job insecurity in the community sector – our campaign is working
We have some bad news and some hopefully really good news. Two members meetings have been ... read more
APM – Vote NO to the termination of your enterprise agreement
APM are once again attempting to strip your rights at work. APM have asked you to vote in ... read more
Derwent Valley Council backflip on fair pay
Your union attended a meeting today and received the following news: Derwent Valley Council ... read more
Hepburn SC – Log of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up!
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
Stonnington City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that the following members have now been elected as an ASU Shop ... read more
Kingston CC – ASU Child Care Update and Survey
ASU Organiser Lorraine Di Pietrantonio recently held a round of visits at three centres. We ... read more
Concerns over major changes at Latrobe Community Health Service
LCHS’s proposed major changes to classification levels and pay point progression in the ... read more
Kingston Library Survey
ASU Organiser Lorraine Di Pietrantonio recently held a round of visits at various Kingston ... read more
Superannuation Increase – 1 July 2021
You might have heard about the Superannuation Guarantee, that’s the legal minimum employers are read more
New Delegates at Metro Tasmania
Recently a group of employees at Metro Tasmania in the administrative areas of the organisation read more
Importance of honesty during workplace investigations
It’s always been important to act honestly during a workplace investigation. And it’s now ... read more
Delegate Profile – Lachlan Marshall
Lachlan Marshall is a new ASU delegate but long-time supporter of the trade union movement. He ... read more
Support for the Essential Not Expendable Campaign
Staff at Centre for Non-Violence recently met to hear about the ASU’s Essential Not Expendable ... read more
More onshoring of jobs in the energy industry
Our union strongly opposes the outsourcing and offshoring of jobs. It’s always bad for workers ... read more
ASU members at CFA working to improve conditions for all!
CFA members are feeling the pleasure of their success with 2.5% back pay now in their accounts, read more
Check out the new aged care campaign page #LocalGovCares!
Aged care in local government performs a critical social service for the community, but it is ... read more
Mandatory vaccination for residential care workers
The Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday night announced that residential care workers will ... read more
BackPay Win at at Greater Bendigo
During an ASU member meeting at Bendigo Council depot, members raised an ongoing issue - some ... read more
EA negotiations across Victoria Heat Up!
The ASU’s 2021 bargaining strategy is starting to show some real results, as members stand up ... read more
City West Water & Western Water – Updated information on requests to sign new employment contracts
ASU members have raised concerns with ASU officials about a reported requirement to sign new ... read more
Important On the Line ASU members update
ASU delegates and senior leadership met with OTL senior management on Tuesday 28 June, to ... read more
City of Melbourne – No revised offer put today
The ASU met with management today for a further EA negotiation meeting. We were expecting that ... read more
Q&A on Finishing Up at Knox In-Home Aged Care This Week
The ASU is conscious that CHSP funded services are ceasing at Knox City Council this week. You ... read more
Moorabool Shire Council Congratulations and Celebrations
ASU Members have voted down managements insulting EBA offer. There will be a stop-work ... read more
Better pay and conditions for City of Greater Bendigo council workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member you are ... read more
King Island Council – ASU Meetings
Your ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy and ASU Coordinator Aaron De La Torre will be holding meetings ... read more
ASU Members GRLC Protected Industrial Action Update
The ASU has notified GRLC of the intention that all ASU members will be stopping work on Friday read more
Latrobe City Council Aged & Disability Meeting
The ASU will be holding a meeting for all Home and Community Care members and non-members to ... read more
Melbourne CC – “This is not our final offer” (D. Stella, City of Melbourne representative, Fair Work Commission hearing, 25 June 2021)
The ASU attended a Fair Work Commission hearing on Friday with the City of Melbourne to report ... read more
Central Highlands Water – First Enterprise Agreement Meeting for 2021
Your ASU bargaining team, including your delegates, met with Management on Thursday to begin ... read more
West Wimmera SC – Enterprise agreement update meeting this Thursday
Negotiations for a new enterprise agreement has reached the stage where we need your ... read more
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR WRRG WORKERS
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together to achieve ... read more
Moonee Valley City Council EA Update Meeting – Thursday 1 July
This Thursday, the ASU will be having a meeting at the Depot to provide an update about ... read more
Central Goldfields Shire Council EA Negotiations Update
Your current Agreement expires 30 June 2021. We are able to announce an update. We have ... read more
City West Water & Western Water – Advice not to sign the new contract
The ASU has been made aware by Delegates across City West Water and Western Water, that ... read more
East Gippsland SC – Bargaining Update
On Thursday 24th June East Gippsland Shire Council responded to ASU bargaining representatives, read more
Bethany – ASU member meetings and enterprise agreement update
The Bethany Enterprise Agreement is due to be put out for an access period and vote post school read more
Mornington Peninsula SC Enterprise Agreement Outcome
The ASU is pleased to advise that the Agreement has been successfully voted up with a 93% Yes ... read more
Golden Plains SC – Union meetings at Golden Plains Shire Council next week
ASU Assistant Secretary Melissa Wainwright and ASU Organiser Will Wyatt will be visiting Golden read more
Colac Otway SC – Union meetings at Colac Otway Shire Council next week
ASU Organiser Will Wyatt will be visiting Colac Otway Shire Council next week to discuss the ... read more
Glen Eira CC EA Update: Agreement in Principle Reached!
The ASU bargaining group met with Glen Eira this week about the proposed rollover enterprise ... read more
Moonee Valley Councillors vote for 1.15% pay deal
Last night, Councillors voted up a budget that provides for a wage increase of just ... read more
Moorabool Shire Council 5 Reasons to Vote No
Councillor allowances are budgeted to increase by 4.4% CEO costs are budgeted to increase by read more
South East Water – Result of ASU ballot on enterprise agreement
The ASU’s online ballot on the South East Water Agreement has now closed. Thank you to ... read more
Burnie City Council – VOTE NO
On Tuesday 29 June 2021, you will be asked to vote on your new Enterprise Agreement. Your ... read more
Community Care – Workplace vaccination support
On June 1st a newsletter was sent out identifying which councils are providing support to staff read more
ASU CHC Members Bargaining Bulletin
The Community Health Centre Multi Employer Collective Agreement is soon to be re-negotiated, ... read more
Boroondara City Council VOTE NO to the 2021 EBA to get a better deal!
Vote No as your pay increase offer still falls below ASU members expectations. Vote No as ... read more
EBA Update Meetings at Mount Alexander Shire Council
Council have increased their EBA offer which is now: 1st year – 1.25% or $20 per week ... read more
Are jobs at risk due to low indexation?
At the start of each financial year community sector agencies funded by the state government ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Uniting Metro AOD MH
You are invited to attend one of two meetings to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Waratah/Wynyard Council Enterprise Agreement Survey
Bargaining for your enterprise agreement is commencing soon, therefore we need to compile the ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at No To Violence
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
ASU Local Government Delegates Network Meeting Rescheduled
Our monthly local government delegates network meeting has been rescheduled from 30 June ... read more
ASU CHC Delegates Bulletin
Thanks for attending our preliminary meeting of delegates to kick off EA negotiations for the ... read more
Reminder: Have your say Community Legal Centre Multi Business Bargaining
The survey that will help determine the ASU member’s log of claims for the community legal ... read more
South East Water – ASU online Ballot closing soon. Have your say on your pay!
The ASU's online ballot on the South East Water Agreement will close at close-of-business on ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at MIND
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Claro
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Melbourne CC – ASU Lunchtime sessions
Got a question about the current wage offer from management? Or want to know what the ASU’s ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – Community Care enterprise agreement conditions
The ASU has recently started talks with management about the schedule to the enterprise ... read more
Central Coast Council – ASU Members Only Meeting
Our latest negotiations meeting was held on Thursday 17 June. The wage increase offer was ... read more
Moorabool SC – VOTE NO
From this Friday you will be asked to vote on your enterprise agreement. Council is offering read more
Maroondah CC – Delegates needed!
Maroondah council will be negotiating a new Enterprise Agreement this year and we will be ... read more
Kentish & Latrobe Councils – 1.5% Pay Increase – what are your thoughts
At the recent Joint Consultative Committee meeting, held on Wednesday 16 June 2021, discussions read more
The new Mental Health & Wellbeing act
The Royal Commission recommended that the Victorian Government replace the current Mental ... read more
TasWater Meeting to discuss Flexible Work Arrangements with RDO Pattern Issue
The ASU has raised a dispute with TasWater concerning the RDO pattern associated with members ... read more
ASU Meetings at Qantas TOMORROW
The ASU is hosting meetings with our members at the Qantas Contact Centre TOMORROW, Tuesday 22 ... read more
Latrobe Community Health Urgent Attention Required for Consultation
Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting last Thursday regarding changes proposed by LCHS read more
Reminder: GE Act has arrived – ASU survey on what’s happening at your workplace?
A quick reminder – the ASU is running a short 2-minute survey on the implementation of the ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Berry Street, Eaglemont
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Boroondara City Council Survey Monkey No Vote Result
As you know we sought members feedback to confirm if you supported the ASU to encourage members read more
Huon Valley Enterprise Agreement Update Meetings
Bargaining meetings for your Enterprise Agreement ended late March and we have been patiently ... read more
Glenorchy City Council hasten a return to surplus
Remarkable news in the Mercury (17 June 2021) from Glenorchy City Council Acting Mayor Bec ... read more
Strathbogie SC – Save our Local Services!
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Melbourne City Mission
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Barwon Child Youth and Family
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Shepparton City Council Have you had to use your accrued leave entitlements for Covid related matters?
Your ASU delegates have been informed by a number of members that they have been advised by ... read more
City of Melbourne – One more thing! Read our Budget Submission
We wrote to you yesterday with an update about the enterprise agreement. You can find that ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at YSAS Morewell
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at ERMHA 365
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Tenants Victoria: Essential not Expendable Meeting
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU's Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Cardinia: What’s next?
Bargaining has concluded. The offer was accepted by a majority of workers. The ASU has raised ... read more
On the Line – Urgent Member’s Meeting
On the Line Members: You all have the right to a safe workplace The ASU has been made aware ... read more
Metro – Enterprise Bargaining for pay and conditions
Your union has written to Metro and requested the commencement of bargaining. We have been ... read more
South East Water Enterprise Agreement 2022 – have your say on your pay!
The State Government has revised its Wages Policy, and SEW management has sought the view of ... read more
Knox CC – Your ASU membership is transferable across employers
The ASU understands Uniting Agewell has taken over aged care clients from Knox City Council and read more
Banyule CC – Your ASU membership is transferable across employers
The ASU understands Bapt Care has taken over aged care clients from Banyule City Council and ... read more
ASU Enterprise Bargaining Member Meetings. Update #3 Yarra City Council
The ASU and your delegates attended enterprise bargaining meeting nearly every fortnight and we read more
Urgent meeting called of all LCHS staff on Major Change Proposed
The ASU has been advised by members that Latrobe Community Health Service is proposing a major ... read more
Moonee Valley EA Update and Budget presentation
The ASU Negotiating Team met with management last Thursday for a further meeting regarding a ... read more
Hobart City Council EA Wage Offer Meetings
It’s been 18 months coming, but as you would now be aware, City of Hobart has finally put a ... read more
City of Melbourne EA Management wage offer
The ASU Negotiating Team met with CoM management today for the long-anticipated meeting to ... read more
Urgent Unison Enterprise Agreement Update: Time to Vote
The Unison Enterprise Agreement will be out to vote on June 28 – June 29, 2021, with the access read more
Swan Hill RC – Update – Members Meetings This Week
We have had to cancel the 3:30pm meeting at the Town Hall. If you were intending on coming to ... read more
Moorabool SC – Urgent Meetings Tomorrow and Friday
Last month Council tabled a draft agreement which removed standby allowance, reduced some ... read more
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR VISION SUPER WORKERS
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together to achieve ... read more
CAFs – Your Hard-Won Conditions are On the Line!
EA negotiations have moved rapidly, with management strongly indicating they expect a vote to ... read more
ASU members meeting at No to Violence
The ASU invites you to an NTV members meeting on 17/06/21 @ 11.30am – 12.30pm over ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at Haven; Home, Safe
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU's Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Frankston Council – Forced To Access Leave During Restrictions?
We need to hear from you about how your hours have been managed during the recent ... read more
CLC Multi Business Agreement ASU Members’ meeting
All ASU members at Community Legal Centres are invited to join a Zoom meeting to discuss the ... read more
Swan Hill Rural City Council – Stand Up for Fair Pay
Council are offering pay rises of 1.5% per annum which is equal to this year’s rate cap. Every ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at EDVOS
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Yarra City Council Parking Officers Night Shift Member Meeting Update
At our meeting on April 22, members raised a number of issues. We have raised them on your ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at BaptCare
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
ASU Delegate Election at Stonnington City Council
ASU member and Shop Steward Maureen Costigan was made redundant. We would like to thank Maureen read more
Derwent Valley Council ASU Meetings: Council offer
We have news. Council have outlined the contents of an offer relating to your Enterprise ... read more
Glen Eira EA Rollover Offer: We need to hear from you!
The ASU advised members this week that council modified their rollover offer, more info on that read more
Hepburn SC – Log of Claims Members Meeting Coming Up!
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
Community Legal Centre Log of Claims Survey
ASU delegates and officials are about to start bargaining for a new community legal centre ... read more
Ventia EBA Update
Your ASU Delegate Andrea and ASU Organiser Lorraine met with representatives of Ventia just ... read more
Kingston Upcoming Library Visits
The ASU will be holding meetings across the library branches details below. All meetings ... read more
Mackillop seeks to bargain with the ASU for a new Enterprise Agreement.
Are you employed at MacKillop as a Case Manager, Program Coordinator, Family Therapist, After ... read more
Frankston Council Direct Care Workers – Forced to Access Leave?
We need to hear from you about how your hours have been managed during the current ... read more
Glen Eira EA Update: Response to Rollover Variation
ASU delegates and officials met with Glen Eira this week about council’s proposal to roll over ... read more
Manningham CC – Enterprise Agreement Update: Negotiations Recommence!
ASU officials and delegates met with Manningham last week following the no vote in late April. ... read more
Kingston Child Care Centre ASU Visits BACK ON!
As it appears the lockdown will be lifted the ASU has organised new dates and time for visits ... read more
East Gippsland SC – ASU member meetings – EA Coming to Crunch Time
Negotiations for a new enterprise agreement continued with a meeting held between your ASU ... read more
Burnie CC – Combined ASU Members Meeting
Burnie City Council management has advised the enterprise agreement bargaining group that they ... read more
West Coast Council ASU Log of Claims Survey
Bargaining for your Enterprise Agreement (EA) is commencing soon and we need to compile the ASU read more
Important ASU Enterprise Bargaining Update @ Boroondara City Council
Big thank you to all for your feedback and for attending the recent rounds of scheduled ... read more
Lower Murray Water Agreement Negotiations – tell us what you think!
It was great to see so some of you at our member meeting on Monday and thank you to everyone ... read more
Cardinia SC – How to vote NO to management’s dodgy offer
Voting has now opened at Cardinia Shire Council and will close at 11:59pm on Friday the 11th of read more
Council Aged Care Delegates Meeting
Next installment of online monthly delegate meeting. Time: 4.00pm – 5.00pm Date: Tuesday 22 read more
Gender Equality Act has arrived – what’s happening at your workplace?
The Gender Equality Act 2020 requires certain employers, including councils to take positive ... read more
Horsham RC – Union meetings postponed.
ASU organisers intended to hold discussions with members tomorrow, Wednesday 9 June at the ... read more
Latrobe Community Health Consultation Period Commencing
The ASU has been advised by Latrobe Community Health Service of a proposed relocation of the ... read more
All VCOSS Staff are invited to attend a meeting.
This meeting is being called for all interested staff to discuss: The forthcoming ... read more
Kingston Depot Meeting about Parks and Open Spaces Restructure
The ASU will be holding a PAID union meeting at the Depot detail below to discuss the recent ... read more
Kentish Council ASU Members Meeting
ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding meetings at Kentish Council to discuss upcoming ... read more
Latrobe Council ASU Members Meeting
ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding meetings at Latrobe Council to discuss upcoming ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at On Call Personnel
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Glen Eira CC Enterprise Agreement Update: Response to Rollover Variation
ASU officials and delegates met with Glen Eira recently about council’s proposal to rollover ... read more
Essential not Expendable Campaign Briefing at ERMHA 365
You are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the ASU Essential Not Expendable ... read more
Hobsons Bay City Council Library & Customer Service Meeting
The ASU is writing to Hobsons Bay City Council management about the new project: Learning ... read more
Glen Eira Residential Aged Care – COVID-19 Vaccination Update
The ASU has received concerns from members regarding an email that was sent to employees from ... read more
QVM Members EA Update
A members meeting was held today to allow everyone to meet the new ASU Organiser at Queen ... read more
CHC members turn to have a say!
Bargaining for your new Community Health Centre Multi-Employer Enterprise Agreement (MECCA) is ... read more
Members Resolve to Strengthen the Union at Catholic Care Victoria
Catholic Care Victoria ASU members met this week about the merge and how to address potential ... read more
Glenorchy City Council Enterprise Agreement Update
Your Enterprise Agreement (EA) is now in place. ASU members ran a VOTE NO CAMPAIGN, however, read more
Thorne Harbour Health – Working from home
Since THH management sent staff a directive in April to return to the office, delegates have ... read more
Merri Health ASU member enterprise agreement meeting
The ASU will be holding a meeting to provide members with Merri’s improved wages offer and ... read more
Improving workplace conditions at Lower Murray Water
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOWER MURRAY WATER WORKERS Enterprise bargaining has been ... read more
Mornington Peninsula SC – Paid EBA Update Meetings & Voting Process
The negotiations have concluded, and the drafting of the document finalised also! That means ... read more
Yarra Ranges Shire ASU win for Home and Community Care
You might be aware that Yarra Ranges Shire Council has reversed its approach to the tendering ... read more
New Victorian restrictions from 11.59pm on Thursday 3 June
The Victorian Government has today announced new restrictions that will be in place from ... read more
Grow your super
Recent changes to superannuation mean you can now add more into your super without hitting the ... read more
Advice on single site arrangements for aged care workers
With Melbourne Metro being declared a hot spot, additional funding and support is being made ... read more
Kingston CC – Come along to an ASU Direct Care Worker specific meeting
Your ASU delegates Pam and Colleen and Organiser Lorraine will be holding a specific meeting ... read more
Kingston CC Restructure- Parks and Open Space
The ASU has been notified of an organisational restructure impacting the Parks and Open Spaces ... read more
Join the new ASU aged care Facebook group
A new Facebook group only for ASU members working in aged care in local government has been ... read more
Renegotiation of VCOSS Agreement – All staff welcome
ASU members have alerted us to news that your employer intends to commence bargaining for a new read more
Mental Health Funding
The State Government recently handed down their budget for 2021 / 2022. The news overall for ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – Financial briefing report-back
The Enterprise Agreement negotiation that was scheduled to take place last week was cancelled ... read more
Delegates Profile – Beena, Ruthi and Mel
We are incredibly proud to be ASU delegates at Carers Victoria. Our motivation stems from our ... read more
Tasmanian Members Forums are back
Last month saw the reintroduction of our regional ASU members’ forums and networking events ... read more
Local Government Amalgamations
Local government amalgamations are back on the table following the re-election of the Gutwein ... read more
UNION WIN: Child Care Underpayments Uncovered
Over the past 18 months, the ASU has recruited 14 new members in early childhood education at ... read more
Wages Policy Bad for Workers
The recently released state budget contains a change to the state wages policy. This ... read more
Standing Up For Members at the Fair Work Commission
Last week the ASU had Powercor & Citipower in the Fair Work Commission because they hadn’t ... read more
Advancing Gender Equality in the Public Sector
The ASU is working to advance gender equality for the benefit of all members. Last week saw the read more
CHW Pre-Bargaining Meetings Begin
After COVID-related delays, enterprise agreement negotiations will soon begin at Central ... read more
ASU Members Pushing For Greater Building Safety
There’s a Crisis on the Frontline with local government services underfunded or contracted out, read more
ASU Delegate Nominations!
Do you want to have a voice in your workplace? Are you interested in the protection and ... read more
ASU Delegates Standing up for Community Care workers
In-home aged care services delivered by councils have kept vulnerable older people safe at home read more
The wages and working time of Australian care
Last week at your monthly Community Care delegates meeting, members heard from Jenny Malone – a read more
Addressing the Crisis on the Frontline
There's a crisis in local government funding that is affecting workers and communities. Rate read more
Uniting: Meeting to Discuss Enterprise Agreement Changes
ASU Delegates at Uniting AOD & Mental Health Metro are holding a meeting on Monday June ... read more
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council – ASU: To bargain or not to bargain? It’s YOUR decision
Your union has been advised that Glamorgan Spring Bay Council have written to you with the ... read more
Melbourne CC – Management back at the negotiating table
The City of Melbourne has agreed to meet with the ASU and other Unions back at the bargaining ... read more
Berry Street – Change proposed for Northern and Western Region
The ASU has been sent a change impact statement by Berry Street in accordance with the Berry ... read more
Upcoming ASU meeting at Ventia postponed
The Victorian Government has announced restrictions to limit the spread of ... read more
Upcoming ASU meetings at Kingston Childcare sites postponed.
The Victorian Government has announced further restrictions to limit the spread of ... read more
Upcoming ASU BBQ at Moira Shire postponed.
Last week the Victorian Government announced further restrictions to limit the spread of ... read more
Mt Alexander SC – Meetings rescheduled due to lockdown
We met with management last week and they have tabled a pay offer of 1.25% or $20 per week ... read more
Libraries Lockdown Update
The Victorian Government restrictions to limit the spread of coronavirus involve the closure of read more
(It’s Almost) TIME TO TAKE ACTION
Council have agreed to withdraw the draft enterprise agreement and continue negotiations with ... read more
Impact of new restrictions community sector workers
ASU members will be aware that there are new restrictions impacting your work. Below we cover ... read more
Tell the Andrews Government community sector workers are essential not expendable
The services delivered by the Victorian community sector are essential. Yet, despite helping ... read more
Moonee Valley Report Back: Meeting with Management – Parking Changes
Targets The ASU met with management today regarding pressure on parking officers to bring in ... read more
DVVic ASU Member Meeting – Major Change
You should now have received a change impact statement and further information on how the ... read more
VicRoads Privatisation – Sign The Petition Today
The ASU continues to lobby the State Government around the proposed ‘modernisation’ of ... read more
7 day lockdown announced for Victoria from 11.59pm tonight
The Victorian Government has today announced further restrictions to limit the spread of ... read more
Redesign of the performance framework at Brimbank
Brimbank City Council has written to the ASU about a proposed change to the Annual Discussion ... read more
Thorne Harbour Health Proposed Changes
The ASU has been made aware of a proposed change at Thorne Harbour Health to the Health ... read more
Knox Council proposed rollover- tell us what you think!
It was great to see so many of you at our member meetings on Tuesday and thank you to everyone ... read more
MyState – Your Enterprise Agreement Ballot
MyState has today notified members of the bargaining group that they intend to put the ... read more
Devonport City Council – Vote YES to the proposed Enterprise Agreement
Tomorrow, the 27th May, voting will take place for the new Enterprise Agreement. This ... read more
Nillumbik Shire Council – Save our Local Services
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Shepparton City Council Save our Local Services
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Darebin CC – Save our Local Services!
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Union meetings at Horsham Rural City on Wed 9 June
ASU Organiser Will Wyatt will be holding meetings at Horsham Rural City Council to discuss our ... read more
Hepburn Shire Council ASU Organiser Visit
The ASU will be visiting Hepburn Shire Council this week. DATE: Thursday 27 ... read more
ASU BBQ Lunch at Moira Shire
The ASU is providing a BBQ lunch at Moira Shire so union members can meet our union’s ... read more
UnCapp our Wages: Positive signs in today’s budget
As you’ll be aware, the CoM released the draft budget today. The ASU has analysed the budget to read more
Clarence CC – Vote No
Voting opens tomorrow, Wednesday 26 May, on management's proposed enterprise agreement. You ... read more
Now on online only – Essential Not Expendable meeting tomorrow
Our meeting tomorrow night will go ahead online due to new restrictions. Thanks to members ... read more
Barwon Child Youth and Family ASU Member Contact and Engagement Meeting
The ASU holds meetings between ASU Delegates, HR and management at least every 3 months (more ... read more
Unison Enterprise Agreement Update – Post Members Meeting
As we enter a critical point in Enterprise Agreement (EA) negotiations your understanding and ... read more
Major Change- Connect Health and Community, Gamblers Help Southern
Connect Health has advised the ASU that they are proposing changes to the team structures ... read more
Cardinia Shire Council – Vote No!
The ASU does not recommend the latest offer from management. History ASU & ANMF had to ... read more
New Restrictions on Gatherings and Rules on Mask Wearing in Greater Melbourne
The Victorian Government has today announced new restrictions on gatherings and new rules on ... read more
Hobsons Bay CC – ASU Home Care case off to Federal Court.
ASU with our lawyers Maurice Blackburn is running a dispute about whether a very small number ... read more
ASU EA Update – EA Offer and Meeting reminder @ RAV
In preparation for our pending meetings, we would like to provide you with some further ... read more
ASU Enterprise Bargaining Update No 4 @ Boroondara City Council
On 20th May 2021, the ASU attended an EA meeting and we informed Boroondara City Council their ... read more
Commonwealth Government’s Response To The Royal Commission Recommendations
Earlier this year the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality & Safety made 148 ... read more
Northern Grampians SC – Paid union meetings to discuss Log of Claims
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
New Union Agreement at RDAC
Your union, Australian Services Union (ASU), is pleased to announce that we have reached ... read more
Moorabool SC – No Respect For Workers
We thought management's pay offer which guarantees that your wages will not keep up with cost ... read more
ASU Budget Update for the Social and Community Services Sector
The Victorian Budget includes significant investment in Victoria’s mental health system and the read more
Victorian Budget Update for Local Government Workers
The Victorian State Budget has a focus on rebuilding Victoria's mental health ... read more
Pyrenees Shire Council Crisis on the Frontline Meetings
ASU Organiser Clay O’Brien will be holding meetings at Pyrenees Shire Council to discuss our ... read more
Hume City Council Members EA Update May 2021
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement (EA) has started at Council, with ASU setting the ... read more
Hindmarsh Shire Council – Crisis on the Frontline
ASU members at Hindmarsh Shire Council recently met to discuss our campaign for better funding ... read more
Southern Midlands Council Draft ASU Log of Claims
Enterprise Bargaining for your pay and conditions is underway. Thank you for the feedback ... read more
Gannawarra Shire Council – Crisis on the Frontline
ASU members at Gannawarra Shire Council recently met to discuss our campaign for better funding read more
ASU visits to Mitchell Shire Council
The ASU will be visiting members at Mitchell Shire Council. DATE: Thursday 27 May TIME: ... read more
Cardinia Shire Council Info Session
The ASU will be holding the last ASU online info session and report back on the EA. DATE: ... read more
Local Government Delegates Network
Reminding all Local Government Delegates that the monthly Local Government Delegates Network ... read more
Hobson’s Bay – A way forward
The ASU bargaining team met and here is our view. Bargaining has been challenging. This ... read more
Un-Capp our Wages: ASU Members at City of Melbourne vote to take industrial action
On Wednesday, more than 150 ASU members met to discuss the next steps in the ‘un-Capp our ... read more
Ventia EA Update Meeting
Your ASU Delegate Andrea and ASU Organiser Lorraine met with representatives of Ventia on ... read more
Knox City Council Enterprise Agreement- Have Your Say
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Jesuit Social Services Members and Non-Members Meeting
The ASU will be holding two 30-minute meetings to discuss workplace and sector-wide matters as ... read more
Maribyrnong City Council Depot General Meeting
The ASU will be holding a general meeting. Members and potential members are invited and ... read more
Horsham Rural City Council proposed changes
The ASU has been advised of proposed changes in the Arts, Culture & Recreation Department ... read more
ASU Lodges Petition with Burnie City Council
Today, the ASU lodged our community petition with your General Manager in accordance with the ... read more
Brimbank City Council Enterprise Bargaining Update
ASU Delegates met on Tuesday 18 May. We prepared a statement for Cmr Yilmaz at the Fair Work ... read more
Library Liaison Group Meeting
Members of the Library Liaison are invited to meet via zoom next week. DATE: Tuesday 25 ... read more
Union Meetings Rescheduled – Mount Alexander Shire Council
Due to unforeseen circumstances tomorrows EBA meeting with management has been cancelled. We ... read more
City of Melbourne un-Capp our wages reminder:
The Members meeting to discuss next steps in the Enterprise Agreement is taking place at ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Launch Housing Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement is soon to commence. As an ASU Member you are ... read more
Southern Midlands Council Enterprise Bargaining Meetings
Southern Midlands Council has notified the ASU of their intent to commence Enterprise ... read more
Paid ASU Members Meeting for Home Support Staff at Bendigo
The ASU has organised a paid members meeting for workers in Home Support services at Bendigo ... read more
Community Care Delegates Meeting
You’re invited to the ASU’s next Community Care Delegates Meeting. DATE: Monday 24 ... read more
ASU Organiser Visiting Warrnambool Depot Tomorrow
ASU Organiser Darren Dwyer will tomorrow visit the Warrnambool Depot. He will be available to ... read more
Congratulations ERMHA365 ASU members – you have a win!
Today ASU members at ERMHA 365 had a victory in preventing staff from being forced to use their read more
Wangaratta City Council – Save our Local Services
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Moonee Valley CC – EA Negotiations Meeting 2: Management want to reduce your personal leave
ASU delegates met with management on Thursday 13 May about a new enterprise agreement. What ... read more
TasWater – ASU Meetings and Enterprise Bargaining Update
Bargaining is underway for your new enterprise agreement. The ASU, your delegates and other ... read more
CFA Gender Equality Survey
All workplaces across the public sector are now expected to take positive action to improve ... read more
Central Highlands Water – Notice of Meetings
A meeting has been called by ASU members at Central Highlands Water to discuss the enterprise ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for City of Greater Geelong Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
EBA Update – Mount Alexander Shire Council
Over the last couple of weeks, we have made steady progress on your new enterprise agreement. ... read more
Essential Not Expendable Campaign Meeting Notice
The Essential Not Expendable campaign was launched by ASU Community Sector members a couple of ... read more
Hindmarsh Shire Council Crisis on the Frontline Meetings
ASU Organiser Clay O’Brien will be holding meetings at Hindmarsh Shire Council to discuss our ... read more
City of Port Phillip – Save our Local Services
From an underfunded aged care system, a massive rise in insecure work, through to more and more read more
Darebin CC – Restructure Update – Parks and Open Space and City Works
ASU Delegates Craig and Brad, along with Secretary Lisa Darmanin met with management ... read more
Manningham City Council Your Enterprise Agreement – Next Steps!
After the success of the no vote, we are keen to recommence bargaining with Council as soon as ... read more
Casey City Council EA Offer – No Deal
Following member consultation, it was very clear that members wanted the ASU to continue to ... read more
ASU information sessions at Cardinia Shire
We are holding information sessions at Cardinia Shire so ASU members, and potential members of ... read more
Bendigo CC – ASU Meetings To Discuss Enterprise Agreement
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
Merri Community Health Enterprise Agreement update and meeting invite
ASU representatives attended a “without prejudice” enterprise agreement meeting on May ... read more
Eastern Regional Libraries Log of Claims Endorsement
We have recently completed a round of meetings where we sought feedback on the log of claims, ... read more
Moonee Valley City Council ASU Presents Your Log of Claims
ASU representatives will meet with management today for a negotiation for a new Enterprise ... read more
West Wimmera SC – ASU Meeting at Edenhope Depot on Thursday 20 May
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
Ventia EBA Update
Ventia advised ASU via a memo in mid-April that they would be able to discuss with us ... read more
Melbourne CC – Un-Capp our Wages!
It’s been nearly three years since you’ve received a pay rise at City of Melbourne. Under ... read more
Carer’s Victoria Enterprise Agreement Negotiations – First Meeting
The ASU would like to thank all members who completed the member survey and have participated ... read more
Boroondara CC – Just one meeting scheduled before Council is calling for an Enterprise Agreement vote!
ASU representatives met with management for further negotiation on a new enterprise agreement ... read more
Major Change- Regional Operations | Outer East | EACH
EACH has advised the ASU that they are proposing changes to the team structures within the ... read more
NHVR Update – ASU Members Survey on Telematics and Duty Driving
The ASU is in the process of preparing our dispute regarding the lack of consultation around ... read more
Your Budget update: Social and Community Services
ASU Members campaign and WIN. But there is more work to do. Your union was part of the ... read more
Important Parks Victoria ASU Members Meeting on Teams
ASU members are invited to a virtual meeting on Microsoft Teams, this Thursday May 13th at ... read more
Community Care Delegate Campaign Resources
As part of the delegate's role in the ASU’s Aged Care Campaign, we need to get member support ... read more
Gannawarra Shire Council Crisis on the Frontline Meetings
ASU Organiser Clay O’Brien will be holding meetings at Gannawarra Shire Council to discuss our ... read more
Latrobe City Council Members Meeting for Aged & Disability Services Staff
The ASU has organised an unpaid members meeting for workers in Home and Support services to ... read more
ASU Parks Victoria Members Meetings
ASU Organiser Matt Price will be holding meetings at the following sites to provide an update ... read more
Your Budget Analysis – Join the ASU Exclusive Briefing
Join our urgent Budget briefing exclusive for ASU members tomorrow via Zoom at 12.30pm. Right ... read more
BREAKING: ASU members WIN campaign to Save Homelessness Services
We did it! We saved Homelessness Services. For months, ASU members have been campaigning to ... read more
Catholic Care Statewide Members Meeting
ASU delegates and active members at Catholic Care met recently and have decided to hold a ... read more
Burnie City Council Combined ASU Members Meeting
The ASU Bargaining Team will be holding a combined Indoor/Outdoor Members meeting to discuss ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Vision Super
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
Kingston ASU Childcare Meetings
The ASU will be holding drop-in meetings as followed; DATE: Monday 31 May TIME: 12pm – ... read more
AEU Members’ Log of Claims
As you would be aware, the ASU has commenced preparations for bargaining for your new AEU ... read more
Devonport City Council EBA Update
Your ASU Bargaining Reps have been negotiating a new Enterprise Agreement on your behalf since ... read more
ASU Delegate Endorsements and Survey Reminder
Congratulations, we are working towards the collective strength we need to protect and improve ... read more
Metro Tasmania Delegate Nominees
Stephen Halls I am passionate about ensuring that workplace pay and conditions are ... read more
Health and Safety Representative Meeting
The ASU invites you to our Bi-Monthly HSR meeting. DATE: Thursday 13 May TIME: ... read more
Glen Eira City Council EA Rollover – Tell Us What You Think!
Your Enterprise Agreement (EA) expires on 30 June 2021. At our initial bargaining meetings, ... read more
Moonee Valley City Council Paid ASU Members Meeting for Home and Support Staff
The ASU has organised a paid members meeting for workers in Aged & Disability Services to ... read more
Community Legal Centres Multi-Employer Agreement
Do you work in a CLC and want to know more about your conditions? In Victoria, most community ... read more
Changes to building reform in Victoria
The State Government is reviewing and undertaking changes to building reform in Victoria. This ... read more
City of Melbourne: Return to Worksites
The City of Melbourne has made it clear that there is an expectation that staff numbers at ... read more
Health & Safety Representatives Support Officers
The role of a HSRSO As a Health and Safety Representative's (HSR) for your Designated Work ... read more
ASU visits Childrens Services at Greater Shepparton City Council
The ASU will be visiting the following Children's Services Centres at Greater Shepparton City ... read more
ASU visits to Nillumbik Shire Council
The ASU will be visiting members at Nillumbik Shire Council. DATE: Thursday 13 May TIME: ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for West Wimmera Shire Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
ASU EA Update – Pending meetings save the date at RAV
As you know the ASU and your delegates have been meeting with RAV and staff non-union ... read more
Warrawee Residential Aged Care facilities at Glen Eira City Council
The ASU met with members on Wednesday 21 April where serious concerns regarding working ... read more
Ballarat City Council Paid ASU Members Meeting for Home and Support Staff
The ASU has organised a PAID members meeting for workers in Home and Support services to ... read more
Parks Victoria Werribee ASU Members’ Meeting Tomorrow
ASU Organiser Matt Price will be attending Werribee Park tomorrow morning to provide an update ... read more
Unison seeks to slash your conditions – EA Update
The ASU is holding urgent member meetings to provide an update on EA negotiations. DATE: ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Moreland City Council Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement will soon commence. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
Carers Vic – your rights are under attack– 53 claims to reduce the terms of your agreement
Today your ASU representatives received your employer’s log of claims. Carers Vic has listed 53 read more
Brimbank City Council – Let’s Celebrate your ASU Delegates
Delegates are diamonds and ASU reps sparkle brightest. Brimbank members know the importance ... read more
EA Results are in – Manningham employees say ‘No’!
As you would have heard yesterday, the vote results have come in, and in a show of strength, ... read more
City of Greater Bendigo Structure Review
On Friday 30 April the ASU received notification from the City of Greater Bendigo that they are read more
Boroondara Paid ASU Members Meeting for Services for Seniors
The ASU has organised a paid members meeting for workers in Services for Seniors to discuss ... read more
Ausnet Services EA Update
Please find attached a copy of the log of claims proposed to be served on your employer. The ... read more
Darebin City Council Depot BBQ Tomorrow
The Australian Services Union will be having a BBQ and you’re invited. DATE: Wednesday 5 ... read more
YPRL – IBB =Interest Based Bargaining! Update for ASU Members
We are working hard to make your working life at YPRL better. The ASU and YPRL are well into read more
Clarence City Council ASU Meetings prior to voting on Enterprise Agreement
Following the ASU advising Clarence City Council management of our members’ request for an ... read more
East Gippsland Shire Council Bargaining Update
On Wednesday 28 April your ASU bargaining representatives met with EGSC management to continue ... read more
ASU visiting Darebin City Council
The ASU will be visiting members at Darebin City Council. DATE: Tuesday 4 May TIME: 11.30am read more
ASU visiting Children’s Services at the City of Port Phillip
The ASU will be visiting Children's Services members at the City of Port Phillip. DATE: ... read more
Parks Victoria Bargaining Update
After many weeks of little progress, Parks Victoria has put an offer to the Unions. We need ... read more
Origin Energy Enterprise Bargaining Update
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement is continuing after the ASU secured a resolution to ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Wodonga City Council Workers – EA Survey
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
Shepparton City Council Today voting starts for your new Enterprise Agreement!
ASU delegates and officials are recommending a yes vote on the proposed Enterprise Agreement ... read more
Essential not Expendable campaign signed off by members
At a meeting held on 20 April, ASU members launched a campaign to bring fairness and security ... read more
Delegate Profile – Rick Addison
Rick has been working at ERMHA 365 for over three years as a Support Facilitator. He joined ... read more
Community Legal Centers Organising Blitz
Question: How many Community Legal Centers are there across Victoria? Answer: 57 And they ... read more
Meet Tassie’s newest Branch Executive Member
Melanie Gent, our Tasmanian Delegate of the Year Award winner for 2020, was last week appointed read more
Upskilling ASU staff to better represent members
Organisers from the Tasmanian ASU team this month participated in professional development ... read more
ASU Engages Political Candidates
The ASU recently wrote to political candidates in all Tasmanian electorates, calling on them to read more
Power Industry Roundup
This is a busy year in the Power Industry for enterprise bargaining with no less than six ... read more
ASU Members at VicRoads Demand a Safe Workplace
Every worker has a right to go to work without harassment or any kind of verbal or physical ... read more
Advances for women’s working conditions in the water industry
Negotiations on the Yarra Valley Water agreement have recently concluded, with the agreement ... read more
Local Government Delegates Network Report Back
Delegates from across local government came together on 28 April for a bargaining update and ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Glen Eira City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Building Reform in Victoria
In 2019 the State Government moved to undertake and review Building Reform in Victoria. The ... read more
Underpayment SUCCESS at Mornington Peninsula Shire Council
Every single worker has a right to be paid what they are owed. And if you are a member of the ... read more
Massive attendance at mass meeting of community carers
Recently so many ASU members who work in community care wanted to attend a mass meeting we had ... read more
ASU Media Release – Council staff – the backbone of our community services
The Australian Services Union Victorian & Tasmanian Services and Authorities Branch slammed read more
Melbourne City Council Un-Capp our Wages
It’s been nearly three long years since your last pay rise. We were patient and understanding ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Wodonga City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Casey City Council Improved offer – Is it enough?
Following months of negotiations, council have finally listened and agreed that the initial ... read more
Kingston City Council – The Importance of the Staff Consultative Committee (SCC)
The SCC is a vital and proactive function within Council, it provides a structured forum for ... read more
Glenorchy City Council Enterprise Agreement Offer- VOTE NO
It’s here! The voting period for your Enterprise Agreement has commenced and will remain open ... read more
City of Greater Geelong your Log of Claims – Items Needed
ASU members and delegates have been working on a Log of Claims for the upcoming Enterprise ... read more
Bullying and Harassment Allegations at Hume Leisure Centre’s
The ASU wrote to the CEO at Council on 23 March 2021 raising several concerns from ASU members ... read more
Casey ASU Members Meeting for Home and Support Staff
The ASU has organised an unpaid members meeting for workers in Aged Care services to discuss ... read more
Manningham Paid ASU Members Meeting for Home and Support Staff
The ASU has organised a paid members meeting for workers in Aged Care Services to discuss ... read more
Berry Street Roster Change for 2-Bed Houses with Sleepover Model
Berry Street has advised the ASU that they are proposing roster changes for all 2-bed houses ... read more
Barwon Child Youth & Family Member Meetings
Your active ASU Delegates and Organiser Chaz Volpe met with HR and Senior Management to begin ... read more
Reminder Next LG Delegate Network Tomorrow
The Local Government Delegates Network will meet again tomorrow to keep discussing what matters read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Eastern Regional Libraries Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together to achieve ... read more
Merri Health ASU Members’ Enterprise Agreement Bargaining Meeting
ASU representatives attended a “without prejudice” enterprise agreement meeting on March 31. ... read more
Kingston Mentone Paid ASU Meeting
The ASU will be holding a PAID union meeting for Kingston City Council members at ... read more
The ASU condemns the Department for continuing to delay the new MoP(S) Act Enterprise Agreement (MoPS EA).
ASU delegates and officials attended a bargaining meeting with Ministerial & Parliamentary ... read more
Calling all Childrens Services delegates!
Thanks to all of the delegates in early learning education and care across Local Government who read more
Manningham CC – EA Voting Opens Monday 26 April – Time to VOTE NO!
It’s nearly here! The voting period for your Enterprise Agreement runs from Monday 26 - Friday ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – ASU members meetings to discuss enterprise agreement
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
Casey CC – Come along to a PAID union meeting RE: Councils NEW Offer!
The ASU will be holding PAID meetings to discuss Councils revised offer. It is critical that read more
Banyule City Council Enterprise Bargaining Meetings
The ASU has commenced your Enterprise Bargaining process with Banyule Management ... read more
Childrens Services Delegates Online Meeting
The ASU will be holding a Children’s Services Delegates Meeting. DATE: Thursday 13 ... read more
Kingston Depot Paid ASU Meeting
The ASU will be holding a paid union meeting for all Depot workers at Kingston City ... read more
Paid union meetings to discuss the next enterprise agreement
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS Every ASU member is unique, and every read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Mansfield Shire Council Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member you are ... read more
Hepburn Shire Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that James Wicker has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
Manningham CC – Vote No! Stand up for Fairness for Transfer of Business
One of the top three issues important to members from the start of bargaining is seeking ... read more
Have your say about the new Mental Health Vision for Victoria!
The ASU invites you to a meeting to discuss the formation of a statewide mental health campaign read more
NHVR – Telematics Dispute and Call for Delegates
Following NHVR’s decision not to take on board any of the ASU feedback around telematics & ... read more
ASU Parking Officers Night Shift Member Meeting @ Yarra City Council
Members have contacted the ASU to request a meeting to discuss a few industrial issues within ... read more
ASU OH&S, excessive heat, Climate and Weather clause information sessions
Last year at the online delegates conference for Local Government & Energy a group of ... read more
ASU recommends employees VOTE NO to Council’s Enterprise Agreement offer
Thank you for your feedback about Council’s Enterprise Agreement offer. On the endorsement of ... read more
Yarra CC – Paid ASU Members Meeting for Home and Support Staff
The ASU has organised a paid members meeting for workers in Home and Support services to ... read more
Ballarat CC Paid ASU Members Meeting for Home and Support Staff
The ASU has organised a paid members meeting for workers in Home and Support services to ... read more
Bargaining to commence at Wodonga Council
Wodonga Council has advised the ASU of its intention to commence bargaining. You can read ... read more
Local Government Delegates Network Meeting
The ASU will be holding our next Local Government Delegates Network meeting: DATE: Wednesday read more
Cardinia Shire Council Updated Meeting Schedule
The ASU is meeting with members this week to talk through the latest offer. We have until ... read more
Mt Alexander Shire Council EBA Update
Your ASU representatives are continuing to work through the EBA. We now have responses from ... read more
Manningham City Council – Vote No for Fairer Pay!
Members have been consistent and reasonable throughout the EA process. They are willing to work read more
Kingborough Council Proposed Wage Increase Offer – Have Your Say
At the bargaining meeting on 13 April, the General Manager put forward a wage increase offer ... read more
Wyndham City Council Back to the Office Briefing
ASU delegates and organisers met with management on 14 April, for a briefing on the ‘Future of ... read more
Devonport City Council All Staff Meeting – Council’s Wage Offer
The ASU Bargaining Team along with the Individual Bargaining Reps will be holding an all-staff ... read more
Frankston City Council Proposed Changes
Frankston City Council have provided the ASU with formal notification of proposed changes to ... read more
ASU Warrawee Members General Meeting at Glen Eira City Council
The ASU has received a few calls from members regarding concerns they would like to discuss so ... read more
ASU seeking details of Electorate Officer underpayments
Late yesterday, representatives from the Federal Government Department of Finance – Ministerial read more
ASU Climate Clause Training
Last year at the online delegates conference for Local Government & Energy a group of ... read more
Carers Victoria: Enterprise Agreement Negotiations Commencing- Have Your Say
Carers Victoria has commenced the process to bargain for a new enterprise ... read more
COMMUNITY CARE DELEGATES MEETING
At the last network meeting delegates decided they wanted to have monthly meetings. Our next ... read more
Moorabool Shire Enterprise Agreement update
Your ASU representatives met with Moorabool management again on Tuesday, with a desire to reach read more
Meetings at CAFS to discuss the ASU member’s Log of Claims
What will bargaining in 2021 mean for you? The Draft ASU Member’s Log of Claims (LOC) has ... read more
Knox CC – Notification of Change
Knox City Council has provided the ASU with notification they are considering changes to the ... read more
Mornington Peninsula PAID EBA Update Meeting
The ASU will be holding a meeting to provide members with Council’s improved wages offer and ... read more
ASU visits Shepparton next Tuesday
The ASU will be holding meetings for members across Greater Shepparton City Council. DATE: ... read more
ASU Members response to ERMHA ‘Grey Fleet’
ASU members at ERMHA have alerted us to the fact that a ‘Grey Fleet’ is being considered for ... read more
Energy Australia Yallourn – Transition Update from ASU
The ASU has written to management on behalf of members regarding the transition plan. We know ... read more
Mornington Peninsula Shire Improved Wages Offer
Following feedback from the ASU regarding continuing to pursue the dollar amount figure as well read more
Recording of Mass Members Meeting
For those unable to access our mass members meeting for Community Carers on Monday 29 March, or read more
Manningham Enterprise Agreement Offer – Vote NO
The enterprise agreement access period started Monday 12 April. This is your chance to have a ... read more
ASU All Depot Members Meeting at Hepburn Shire Council
The ASU will be holding an approved paid meeting for all depot members. DATE: Thursday 15 ... read more
Glenorchy City Council cease Enterprise Bargaining and head to a VOTE on your pay and conditions
Glenorchy City Council has disbanded the Enterprise Bargaining Committee and intends to put an ... read more
Regional Delegates Network Meeting
There is no doubt that management has networks across Councils and exchange information with ... read more
Moorabool Shire It’s Time to Vote for Action
We have been bargaining for over a year and there is still no offer from management. You have ... read more
Mornington Peninsula Community Care Workers ASU Meeting
The ASU will be holding a PAID meeting for you to meet your ASU Organiser Lorraine Di ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Hume City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
ASU Delegate Election at Hepburn Shire Council: Nomination of James Wicker
On Thursday 8 April, ASU member James Wicker formally nominated to become an ASU delegate at ... read more
When Driving Instructor Behaviour Becomes a Health & Safety Risk
The ASU has recently been made aware of incidents involving threatening and abusive behaviour ... read more
Latrobe City Council Bargaining Update
Your ASU representatives have been continuing to meet with LCC management regarding the ... read more
East Gippsland Shire Council Bargaining Update
On Wednesday 30 March your ASU bargaining representatives again met with EGSC management to ... read more
More Enterprise Agreement Meetings at Launch Housing
So far we’ve had meetings about the draft log of claims at 8 Launch Housing worksites and we’re read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Eastern Regional Libraries Workers- Upcoming Meetings
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together to achieve ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for West Wimmera Shire Council Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
ASU Parks and Gardens Members Meeting at Glen Eira City Council
Delegates have advised the ASU that Council has notified staff that lunch breaks will now be ... read more
Stonnington EA Survey Reminder & Early Years – 8 April Meeting Cancellation
Well done to all members who have attended recent meetings on prep for your new EA. Your ideas ... read more
ASU Community Sector Meeting
As a community sector worker, you have been through a lot over the past year. The COVID-19 ... read more
Good Shepherd Enterprise Agreement Member Update
After an extended break in Enterprise Bargaining negotiations due the impact of the pandemic, ... read more
ASU Glen Eira Intro to Change in Residential Aged Care Update
The ASU office wrote to council on behalf of members impacted by the closure of Spurway. We ... read more
CAFS Endorsement of Log of Claims meeting
Your ASU Organiser and Delegates met with Human Resources to begin the process of negotiating a read more
Important ASU meeting at Springvale Monash Legal Service Inc
A lot is happening in the Social and Community Services Sector, in addition to the impacts of ... read more
Time to end bullying at City of Hobart
The City of Hobart has a real problem with its internal culture – it’s got a toxic workplace ... read more
Defending Employment Conditions at MyState
The employment condition of ASU members at MyState is under attack, but the ASU is by members ... read more
Bargaining at Clarence City Council is currently underway for a new enterprise agreement
Maintaining the high moral ground is easy when you have a strong and growing union. And ... read more
Insecure work in community Services
The COVID-19 pandemic showed Victorians how vital the work you do every day is. It has also ... read more
Centre for Non-Violence back in the office meet to discuss workplace matters
ASU members at Centre for Non-Violence in Bendigo met recently to get an update on ASU ... read more
Dangerous work makes unions essential
Residential care work is extremely difficult and can be dangerous, especially if the ... read more
ASU representatives defending your conditions – Unison Bargaining Update.
ASU Delegates Kylie Moore and Anthony Gallagher have been at the forefront of the negotiations, read more
ASU works to get Gender Equality reset at CFA
ASU members met recently to discuss their concerns about the ongoing cultural problems at CFA. ... read more
Disappointing Response from Burnie City Council Management
Your ASU Bargaining Reps met with management yesterday to progress negotiations for your new ... read more
VicRoads Agency Conversion
60 staff currently engaged by employment agencies are set to be converted to ongoing, direct ... read more
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator Reclassification Success
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NVHR) has agreed to reclassify a number of staff members, read more
The Cost of Outsourcing
There's a Crisis on the Frontline that leads to the outsourcing of local government jobs and ... read more
Bargaining at Latrobe City Council is currently underway for a new enterprise agreement
Having a strong position in enterprise agreement negotiations depends on experienced workplace ... read more
Central Goldfields Shire Delegate Committee Profile
Our union strength is our delegates. A great way to improve the work-life of ASU members is for read more
Introduction to Change Consolidation of Council’s Residential Aged Care facilities @ Glen Eira City Council
An ASU organiser attended a staff briefing on Friday 19 March regarding the proposed closure of read more
Introduction to Change Consolidation of Council’s Residential Aged Care facilities @ Glen Eira City Council
An ASU organiser attended the staff briefing on Friday 19 March . The briefing didn’t cover all read more
Aged Care – Additional Mass Members Meeting this Wednesday
Due to Zoom capacity yesterday we understand there were many members unable to access the mass ... read more
ASU Update for members and potential members at Gippsland Water
ASU Update for members and potential members at Gippsland Water Our union and the staff reps read more
ASU has an offer from Cardinia Shire
Our union is working hard to resolve the negotiations for your new enterprise agreement. Last ... read more
Whitehorse CC -Updated meeting room and additional zoom meeting for members to attend!
The ASU will be holding several paid union meeting - details below. These meetings have been read more
Stonnington EA Negotiation Meetings Kick Off
The ASU bargaining group commenced negotiation meetings last week for your new Enterprise ... read more
ASU Members to vote on industrial action at GRLC
After increasing frustrations with enterprise bargaining, culminating in a sub-standard ... read more
ASU Dispute – Flexible Work Arrangements at CoGG
Last week the ASU lodged a formal dispute with City of Greater Geelong, challenging a decision ... read more
Manningham CC: Enterprise Agreement Offer Rejected by ASU Members
Well done to all who participated in recent member meetings, completed surveys and talked to ... read more
Bethany EA Update
The ASU bargaining group met with Bethany representatives last week to progress your new ... read more
Stonnington City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Darcy Kendler has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
Merri Creek Management Committee Paid Time Union Meeting – 21 April
The ASU will be holding a paid union meeting at Merri Creek Management Committee. These ... read more
Stonnington Meetings – Better Pay and Conditions for Local Government Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Whitehorse City Council – ASU Meetings on Your EA
The ASU will be holding several paid union meetings. These meetings have been approved by Human read more
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council Union Meeting
The ASU will be holding a union meeting to discuss Enterprise Bargaining and Council’s proposed read more
ASU Representatives meet with CFA
On Wednesday morning, ASU representatives, including Branch Secretary Lisa Darmanin, met with ... read more
ASU Members take on the Government
Did you see us?! Yesterday incredible ASU members in airlines took truth to power and spoke read more
ASU Wins at Fair Work Commission
Yesterday at the Fair Work Commission the ASU and AWU were successful in arguing that the City ... read more
Moonee Valley CC – ASU EBA Member Meetings
As bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement is set to recommence next month, your Union ... read more
Hobsons Bay Urgent ASU Member Meetings
The EBA vote came to a screeching halt when the ASU identified concerns about the document that read more
Whitehorse CC: What is your preference for EA Negotiations? We want to hear from you!
Some of you may be aware that your Enterprise Agreement (EA) expires on 21 August 2021. It ... read more
Stonnington CC: Aged Services Log of Claims Meeting 4:00-5:00 25 March & 1 April
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS: Aged Services Every ASU member is ... read more
Insecure Work Information Session for ASU delegates
Around 20% of all local government employees are now casual! The growth of insecure work is ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Latrobe City Council Depot Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Ventia ASU PAID Meeting re LOG OF CLAIMS
The ASU will be holding a paid union meeting, details below. The purpose of the meeting is to ... read more
Community Care Mass Meeting Next Week
Our mass meeting is fast approaching, we would like to extend this invite to all non-members ... read more
AusNet ASU Members Meetings
The ASU will be holding two paid members meetings via MS Teams to discuss the upcoming EA ... read more
South East Water Members Meeting Next Wednesday
The ASU will be holding a members’ meeting to discuss preparations for our next round of ... read more
10 Year Social and Affordable Housing Strategy
The Victorian State Government is currently undertaking consultation as it sets out a ten year ... read more
Latrobe CC – ASU Bargaining Update at Latrobe City Council
On Monday 22 March your ASU bargaining representatives met with LCC management to talk about ... read more
Yarriambiack Shire Council Enterprise Agreement Update
We have finalised negotiations on your new Enterprise Bargaining Agreement. The agreement will ... read more
Drug and Alcohol random testing at Citywide Sites
ASU members have been raising concerns about the practice of Drug & Alcohol Testing. The read more
City of Whittlesea – Superannuation Underpayment
City of Whittlesea has admitted to a payroll error, regarding those staff who have received ... read more
ASU takes Hobsons Bay City Council to Federal Court again
On behalf of members formerly employed in Home Care Services with Hobsons Bay, the ASU has ... read more
Feedback Required: City of Launceston Wages Offer
The ASU Bargaining team have been negotiating with CoL regarding your pay and conditions at ... read more
Changes at Uniting – Please Update Your Details
ASU members at Uniting may be aware that there are some changes underway there, including in ... read more
Stonnington CC – Enterprise Agreement 2021 Survey – Tell the ASU What You Think!
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR STONNINGTON COUNCIL WORKERS Bargaining for a new Enterprise ... read more
Improving workplace conditions at Swan Hill Rural City Council
ITS TIME TO FIGHT FOR YOUR PAY AND CONDITIONS Council workers have been on the frontline ... read more
Huon Valley Bargaining for your Enterprise Agreement coming to the end
Bargaining for your new Enterprise Agreement is coming towards a close with Council eager to ... read more
ASU Enterprise Agreement Meetings at Launch Housing
You may have heard that we are formally commencing bargaining for a new enterprise ... read more
East Gippsland Shire – Update on enterprise agreement negotiations
On Wednesday 17 March your ASU bargaining representatives met with EGSC management to continue ... read more
Lower Murray Water – Union meeting at Lower Murray Water about enterprise agreement
We have commenced bargaining for your new enterprise agreement which governs your employment ... read more
Mallee CMA – Union meeting about enterprise agreement negotiations
We have commenced bargaining for your new enterprise agreement which governs your employment ... read more
Qantas Town Hall raises more questions than it answers
On 11 March, the Federal Government announced a support package for the tourism and aviation ... read more
Mornington Peninsula EA UPDATE
The ASU concluded a round of update meetings last week, providing a detailed overview of the ... read more
It’s what’s needed to get a better deal at Casey!
This week the ASU concluded a round of meetings seeking members views on Councils latest ... read more
Central Coast Council ASU Meeting – What conditions is management wanting to change?
We have had a few negotiation meetings now and your ASU Organiser, Jess Cassidy, would like to ... read more
ASU Members Meeting next Tuesday – time to fix the culture at CFA
The ASU is aware of reports of sexual harassment and gendered violence at CFA. We believe ... read more
ASU survey for APM employees
As you are aware, APM has taken steps to terminate the Konekt Employment Enterprise Agreement ... read more
Don’t Close the Door – Sign the Petition to Save Homelessness Services!
The Federal Government is set to cut funding to homelessness services by over ... read more
Merri Health seek to bargain with the ASU for an individual Enterprise Agreement
The ASU was notified by Merri Health this week of its intention to commence bargaining for the ... read more
Maribyrnong CC – ASU meeting at the Depot BBQ area tomorrow morning
A meeting is being held in the BBQ area at the depot tomorrow to discuss recruitment, ... read more
ASU Glen Eira Intro to Change in Residential Aged Care
Introduction to Change Consolidation of Council’s Residential Aged Care facilities @ Glen Eira ... read more
In-Home Aged Care – Delegates role in ASU’s Aged Care Campaign
Last week at the Community Care delegates meeting, attendees went through what the Royal ... read more
Manningham CC – Important ASU Update: EA Offer & Member Survey
At the recent round of ASU members meetings, a revised position on your pay increase and ... read more
MyState – Whose Branch is closing next?
Enterprise agreement negotiations are progressing at MyState with the company tabling their log read more
City of Greater Geelong ASU Member Meetings – Log of Claims endorsement
After meeting in February to update the ASU Log of Claims, we now need to meet to endorse the ... read more
Whitehorse CC – Paid ASU meeting at the Whitehorse Depot
The ASU will be holding a paid union meeting at the Whitehorse Depot- details below. These ... read more
Boroondara City Council Enterprise Bargaining Update
The ASU would like to wish you a big congratulations for your feedback and for attending the ... read more
Yarra City Council Enterprise Bargaining Update
The ASU would like to wish you a big congratulations for your feedback and for attending the ... read more
VicRoads – ASU achieves big win for agency staff
VicRoads has today announced that 60 agency staff will be converted to ongoing, directly ... read more
CFA – Allegations of sexual harassment and assault in CFA
The widely publicised allegations of sexual harassment and assault in CFA are deeply ... read more
Local Government Delegate Network
This year will be another year of challenges for ASU members. COVID will be with us for at read more
Clarence City Council ASU Paid Time Meetings
ASU Organiser Karen Tantari will be holding paid time meetings to finalise the draft log of ... read more
Moira Shire Enterprise Agreement Update
After the vote at our last members' meeting, we have reached an agreement for your EA. The ... read more
NHVR – Telematics and Duty Driving – Members Meeting Next Thursday
ASU will be holding a members meeting to discuss the next steps on the Telematics and Duty ... read more
ASU Delegate Election at Stonnington City Council: Nomination of Darcy Kendler
On Thursday 11 March 2021 ASU member Darcy Kendler formally nominated to become an ASU delegate read more
VicRoads Members Meetings
The ASU will be holding members meetings across the state to discuss today’s Joint Venture ... read more
Cardinia Shire Council ASU Member Meeting
The ASU will be holding a MS Teams meeting for members at Cardinia Shire Council. DATE: ... read more
EBA Update Meeting at Moorabool Shire Council
Your ASU Delegates and Officials have now been at the bargaining table for over 14 months. At ... read more
Mass Community Care Online Members Meeting
In preparation to defend and adapt Aged Care in Local Government now the recommendations from ... read more
What we are negotiating for at Brimbank City Council
Enterprise bargaining has kicked off again. We have held meetings over the last couple of weeks read more
No to part-privatisation of VicRoads
The Australian Services Union opposes any form of privatisation or ‘private sector involvement’ read more
VicRoads EA receives overwhelming endorsement
While the ASU’s opposition to the part-privatisation of VicRoads is grabbing the headlines, ... read more
Energy Enterprise Bargaining Update
2021 is looking to be a busy year in bargaining for the Transmission & Distribution and ... read more
The ASU in workplaces across Victoria
The ASU is there by your side when there is an issue at work. And at dozens of councils across ... read more
Secure Jobs in Local Government
The economic recovery from COVID-19 will be lead by the spending of working people. Local ... read more
Members win back ADOs & 9 Day Fortnight
What happened in Covid? Delegates reluctantly agreed at the Consultation Committee in ... read more
Disappointing Response from Clarence City Council Management
ASU Tasmanian Coordinator, Aaron De La Torre, met with management and employee bargaining ... read more
Morrison Government turns its back on airlines workers
This morning the Federal Government announced its aviation industry support package and in ... read more
URGENT online briefing – Save Homelessness Services
Right now the Australian Services Union alongside Homelessness Australia is campaigning to ... read more
When Council Services Are Under Attack – Stand Up, Fight Back!
Last year Yarra Ranges Shire Council Officers put up a recommendation to your elected ... read more
Zoom Instructions for Delegates
In preparation for our Community Care delegates meeting at 4pm tomorrow you should familiarize ... read more
ASU member stands up to remain working from home!
As the recent snap lockdown has shown, Victoria is still grappling with the Covid-19 pandemic, ... read more
From Strength to Strength Representing Workers
The Australian Services Union is there every day representing workers in Social and Community ... read more
Melbourne CC – ASU Members are Proud to Run this City!
One of the most outrageous things we have heard this year is that one of your bosses, the ... read more
ASU Welcomes Mental Health Royal Commission Recommendations
The Australian Services Union has welcomed findings of the Royal Commission into Victoria's ... read more
Stop work action makes a difference
ASU members at Glenorchy City Council recently took the drastic step of stopping work in the ... read more
Free Bargaining Training for ASU Members
It’s a big year for enterprise bargaining for ASU members in Tasmania, with 27 enterprise ... read more
Bargaining for Change
The ASU is here to improve the working lives of our members. That’s why we invest significant ... read more
VicRoads – What does the Joint venture mean for your job security?
The ASU will be holding members meetings across the state to discuss today’s Joint Venture ... read more
City of Casey – Admiration doesn’t pay the bills
In his 2019/2020 Financial Report Glenn Patterson CEO said the following regarding ... read more
Yarra Plenty Regional Libraries Bargaining Update
The ASU & YPRL have commenced the Enterprise Bargaining process. We are undertaking a ... read more
Whitehorse Transfer Station Paid ASU Member Meetings
The ASU will be holding two meetings at the Transfer Station. These meetings have been approved read more
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council Health and Safety Paramount/Union Meeting Dates
Your Health and Safety is Paramount We are aware in recent weeks that employee names have ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Latrobe City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for East Gippsland Shire Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
State Government Exploring Private Sector Involvement in VicRoads
The state government have announced today that they plan to explore private sector involvement ... read more
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council PAID meetings re negotiations
The ASU will be holding PAID meetings to discuss the status of negotiations. The meeting ... read more
Devonport CC – ASU Meetings – EA discussion update
Your ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding meetings so we can discuss, and gather feedback read more
What you need to know about the Royal Commission’s recommendations
The ASU has devised a quick guide for members which draw out some of the most important ... read more
ERMHA – Client needs & worker safety impacted by reduction in Carpool!
Removing the tools, we use to complete our job is only going to make an extremely difficult Job read more
Enterprise Agreement Survey for East Gippsland Shire Council Workers
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR EAST GIPPSLAND SHIRE COUNCIL WORKERS Bargaining for a new ... read more
Gender Equality Roadshow for VicRoads Delegates
You are invited to an important virtual briefing designed by the Commission for Gender Equality read more
Gender Equality Roadshow for CFA Delegates
You are invited to an important virtual briefing designed by the Commission for Gender Equality read more
Gender Equality Roadshow for Water and Parks Delegates
You are invited to an important virtual briefing designed by the Commission for Gender Equality read more
Housing & Homelessness ERO funding Crisis
Housing & Homelessness ERO funding Crisis $20 Million shortfall just in Victoria ... read more
Gender Equality Roadshow for Local Government Delegates
You are invited to an important virtual briefing designed by the Commission for Gender Equality read more
Enterprise Agreement Survey for Latrobe City Council Workers
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR LATROBE CITY COUNCIL WORKERS Bargaining for a new Enterprise ... read more
Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System
The Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System handed down its final report ... read more
Bass Coast SC – ASU update on app could potentially track movement of members
The ASU was contacted regarding the new app being rolled out in the Parks department and ... read more
Manningham EA Update: ASU Counter Position
It was great to see so many members from across different areas of council at members meetings ... read more
Parliamentary Support Line
The ASU today welcomes the Government’s announcement of an independent telephone support line ... read more
ASU Delegates Meeting To Defend Community Aged Care in 2021
The Royal Commission into Aged Care has now released its recommendations. Let's get together read more
Kingston Childcare Matters!
The ASU held an after-hours meeting with members across all Kingston Childcare sites several ... read more
Yarra City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Kieran Rickard has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Swan Hill Rural City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Southern Tasmania International Women’s Day – Women of Steel screening
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2021 the ASU has purchased tickets for a special ... read more
EBA survey for ASU members at Hume City Council
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
ERMHA have reduced the Carpool
Removing the tools, we need to use to do our work is only going to make an extremely difficult ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Boroondara City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Merri Health seek to bargain with the ASU for an individual Enterprise Agreement
The ASU was notified by Merri Health this week of their intention to commence bargaining for ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Yarra City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
ASU Housing and Homelessness Meeting
A lot is still happening in the Housing and Homelessness sector, such as the Working for ... read more
Wyndham CC – Introduction of Change – Community Support (Youth Services unit)
Wyndham City Council has provided the ASU with formal notification of a review process in their read more
Warrnambool City Council ASU Members Meetings
The Australian Services Union Branch Secretary Lisa Darmanin will be holding meetings for all ... read more
Calling all Childrens Services members!
Childcare Educators across local government are invited to meet on the 25th of February at 7pm ... read more
ASU Members Melbourne City Council February 21 Update
All members should have had their 9-Day fortnight ADO entitlement reinstated as agreed with ... read more
Latrobe CC – It’s time to negotiate a new enterprise agreement
ASU Delegates Linda Davies, Jason Horscroft & Ian Ricketts are working with ASU Organiser ... read more
ASU Members City of Hume update February 2021
Your current enterprise agreement will expire on 30th June 2021. In preparation for the next read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Brimbank City Council Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Hume CC – Better Pay and Conditions for Local Government Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL WORKERS
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member you are ... read more
Better Pay and Conditions for Brimbank City Council Workers
Bargaining for a new Enterprise Agreement has now commenced. As an ASU Member, you are ... read more
VicRoads – EA9 Ballot & ASU Members Meetings
Congratulations ASU members and delegates on delivering good bargaining outcomes for VicRoads ... read more
City of Yarra News for ASU members – February 2021
Casual Work and Snap Lockdown These last 12 months have been tough. With this most recent ... read more
Boroondara City Council – Better Pay and Conditions for Local Government Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Moira Shire Council Members Meeting
You won the No Vote and now we have a new offer from Council to share with you. The ASU is ... read more
Yarra CC – Better Pay and Conditions for Local Government Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
Corangamite Regional Library Corporation – ASU members meeting
We have received formal notification from CRLC advising: Colac Otway Shire Council and ... read more
ERMHA – Management do not dictate who represents you!
Today ERMHA Senior management cancelled an important meeting with Delegates, about work ... read more
Manningham CC – Enterprise Agreement Member Meetings
After many months of negotiating, we will be holding member meetings to discuss Council’s offer read more
First all ASU Local Government Delegates Meeting for 2021
What a start to 2021! Now that the summer holidays are a distant memory for most, and we’ve ... read more
Central Goldfields Shire: Depot Meeting – Better Pay And Conditions for Local Government Workers
Every ASU member is unique, and every workplace is different, but we stand together across ... read more
ASU bargaining update for Cardinia Shire Council
The ASU met with management on Wednesday 17 February to respond on your behalf to the pay ... read more
Safety Advice for ASU Members at South Gippsland Shire
Covid can have a major impact on workers’ health and safety. The best protection is having a ... read more
Yarra Plenty Regional Library – Enterprise Agreement Survey
After many delays, due largely to Covid19, your enterprise bargaining process is almost ... read more
Geelong CC – Updated EBA Member Meetings – February 2021
Please see updated schedule of Feb ASU member meetings for the upcoming EBA ... read more
Huon Valley Enterprise Agreement Report Back Meetings
Bargaining for your new Enterprise Agreement recommenced late last year. To date, negotiations ... read more
Qantas’ plans to cut Sales, Service and Baggage Desks are still totally under baked
ASU representatives met with management on Monday, 15 February and Tuesday, 16 February – and ... read more
Climate Action Now
The ASU welcomes you to the ASU Moreland for Climate Action group. Scientists overwhelmingly read more
Bethany – Important EA Update Member Meetings
During the pandemic, your ASU delegates and officials have been progressing work on the new ... read more
Wellways Underpayment Update
Further to ASU correspondence on 25 September 2020 concerning outstanding payroll errors, the ... read more
Corangamite Regional Library Corporation – Meeting for ASU members and potential members
We have received formal notification from CRLC advising the following: Colac Otway Shire ... read more
Haven Home Safe – Union Members Win Consultation and Representation
Today the ASU took HHS management to a dispute resolution meeting mediated by DHHS, regarding ... read more
ASU Delegate Election at Yarra City Council: Nomination of Kieran Rickard
On Thursday 11 February 2021 ASU member Kieran Rickard formally nominated to become an ASU ... read more
Yarra CC – Meeting to discuss treatment of library casual staff by City of Yarra
With the sudden lockdown again casuals at Yarra libraries have once again lost shifts without ... read more
Lockdown Rules for Public Sector Workers
Following the Premier’s announcement on Friday, the Government has advised of a range of ... read more
Yarra library casuals let down again
With the announcement of a 5-day snap lockdown, City of Yarra has once again let their casual ... read more
ERMHA 365- proposed changes to the carpool
The ASU has been informed that the proposed changes to the car system at ERMHA365 have not yet ... read more
DHHS Circuit Breaker information for Residential Aged Care workers
Below is a summary of advice for Residential Aged Care members working in Council facilities as read more
DHHS advice for members in Community Aged Care Workers
Below is a summary of advice from the Department of Health for Community Care workers – who are read more
Casey City Council Changes to EBA update meetings this week
Due to the Government’s recent lockdown and working from home orders the following on-site ... read more
Cardinia SC - ASU Member Meeting
We have a pay offer from Cardinia Shire. Members are raising serious concerns about ... read more
Gippsland Water EA Progress Report
The Australian Services Union will be holding a meeting to update you on negotiations. DATE: read more
Derwent Valley Council Outdoor Members Enterprise Bargaining for pay and conditions
Bargaining for pay and conditions will commence on Tuesday 16 February. Please see an updated ... read more
Derwent Valley Council Indoor Members Enterprise Bargaining for pay and conditions
Bargaining for your pay and conditions will commence on Tuesday. Please see an updated log of ... read more
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council Important Union Meetings
The ASU will be holding meetings across Glamorgan Spring Bay Council. You are strongly ... read more
Glenorchy City Council ASU Enterprise Bargaining Update: Your Feedback Required
Enterprise Bargaining for your pay and conditions continues. Congratulations to all those ... read more
Glenorchy City Council Outdoor workers ASU Enterprise Bargaining Update: Your Feedback Required
Enterprise Bargaining for your pay and conditions continues. Congratulations to all those ... read more
Meeting to discuss MIND’s proposal to cut costs by reducing staff wages
The ASU has been advised MIND is proposing major change within the SIL workforce. We hold ... read more
We have an EA offer – union update for members at Loy Yang A!
Australian Services Union is proud to announce we secured an offer. On Wednesday 10Th February ... read more
Ballarat CC – Update on BALC Redundancies
Representatives from the ASU met with management (including the CEO) yesterday to discuss the ... read more
After Hours Kingston Childcare Meeting
ASU Organiser Lorraine Di Pietrantonio will be holding an after-hours meeting for Childcare ... read more
Manningham City Council EA update
Your union met again with Manningham Council on Tuesday 9 February. It was a longer meeting as ... read more
Bayside CC – Notification of Change to Community Services
Bayside City Council has provided the ASU with formal notification of proposed changes to the ... read more
Enterprise Bargaining at MyState
The ASU has only today been notified that bargaining for a new enterprise agreement is about to read more
Ventia Members have your say on the EA!
In preparations for the enterprise agreement (EA) negotiations, the ASU have put together a ... read more
Cardinia SC – EA Offer – not good enough!
Your employer has offered this pay deal each year: 1% 1.2% 1.4 % 1.5% We told them ... read more
Central Goldfields Shire Enterprise Agreement Meeting
It’s time to start bargaining for your next Enterprise Agreement. ASU Organiser Danny Harris read more
Darebin CC – Member Update & Meeting Notification re Fleet Policy
Having just recently returned from Annual Leave, this is the first letter from me to everyone ... read more
ASU Members City of Whittlesea update February 2021
You are probably aware by now that the City of Whittlesea has notified yet another “Proposed ... read more
Hume City Council Maffra St Depot Meetings
The Australian Services Union will be holding paid meetings for all Hume City Council Depot ... read more
Yarra Ranges Shire Council HACC Members Meeting
Late last year Council Officers put a report to Council recommending that Council cease direct ... read more
Derwent Valley Council – Enterprise Bargaining Union Meetings: Tuesday 9 Feb
Welcome back to 2021. Enterprise Bargaining for your pay and conditions is commencing at ... read more
Paid Time Meetings at TasWater
ASU Organiser, Karen Tantari will be holding meetings at TasWater state-wide to discuss the ... read more
Glenorchy City Council – Enterprise Bargaining Union Meetings: Tuesday 9 Feb
Enterprise Bargaining for your pay and conditions at work has continued in 2021 with bargaining read more
VicRoads – ASU continues to fight for agency staff
ASU delegates are continuing to campaign to get agency staff at VicRoads converted to ongoing, ... read more
YSAS Preston site Closed from COVID risk – Union Delegates Monitoring Conditions
YSAS Delegates recently notified the ASU Branch that the Preston site was quickly shut down ... read more
Casey CC – Enterprise Agreement Update with Paid Meeting Details
The ASU is shocked and concerned to read the newsletter from Council CEO Glenn Patterson ... read more
IMPORTANT MEETING: For all ASU members in airlines on JobKeeper & AviationKeeper
There is an important meeting for all ASU members who work in airlines this Wednesday 10 ... read more
Mornington Peninsula SC – EA update meeting
We will be providing members with Council's wages offer and information regarding improvements ... read more
ASU Meetings at Uniting- Proposed Changes in Youth Residential Services
Following the announcement on Wednesday 27 January of a proposed new ‘Covid normal’ roster and ... read more
Clarence City Council Enterprise Agreement Meetings
ASU Organiser, Karen Tantari will be holding meetings at Clarence City Council to discuss the ... read more
Banyule City Council ASU Update
ASU Delegate Brian Uren has been a tireless advocate for union members at the operations centre read more
Meeting to discuss MIND’s proposal to cut costs by reducing staff wages
The ASU has been advised MIND is proposing major change within the SIL workforce. The ASU hold ... read more
Office based work in Victoria to return to 75% capacity.
In line with new health advice, office-based workers will be able to return to 75% capacity ... read more
Frankston Council Feedback for Consultative Committee
We will be having our first Consultative Committee meeting for the year this Thursday. There ... read more
Health and Safety Representative Meeting
The ASU invites you to our Bi-Monthly HSR meeting. DATE: Thursday 18 February 2021 TIME: ... read more
Westernport Water- ASU Update
The ASU has received an offer from management for a new Agreement. The offer is an ... read more
Shepparton City Council EA Update
The ASU will be holding an approved paid meeting to discuss the offer put to us yesterday in ... read more
ASU Young Members Facebook Group
We aren’t all the same, and we don’t always have the same experiences at work. But younger read more
Improving the work-lives of ASU members
Each year the ASU helps hundreds of members in Tasmania with information, advice and ... read more
ASU Takes Qantas to High Court
The Australian Services Union together with other unions has taken Qantas to the High Court ... read more
Geelong CC – EBA Meetings to Recommence in February!
As the last EBA outcome was just for one year while we couldn’t bargain due to Covid, ... read more
Right to consultation about returning to the office
As restrictions are progressively eased some off-site workers are transitioning back to the ... read more
ASU Member Activism Pays Off
The dedication and activism of ASU members across the social and community services sector is ... read more
Katie Steps Up as a Delegate
As a recently elected delegate at Tenants Victoria, Katie Valenta has a very clear purpose: ‘I ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Win at VicRoads
The Victorian Government’s Public Sector Wages Policy restricts wage increases to a maximum of ... read more
Onshoring of jobs by Alinta Energy
The ASU has an unmatched track record of opposing outsourcing and offshoring of Australian ... read more
Delegate Profile – Amanda Pleiter
Amanda Pleiter is a Community Safety Officer at Mornington Peninsula Shire ... read more
ASU Win for Workers at Central Goldfields Shire
Being a member of the ASU matters. Because of the ASU’s intervention, workers at Central ... read more
ASU Members at Moira Shire Sticking Together
ASU members at Moira Shire Council are sticking together in opposition to their employer's ... read more
cohealth – ASU embers achieve win for Innerspace casuals
As ASU members would be aware, in September 2020 cohealth introduced changes to the Needle ... read more
Melbourne Water – Changes in Works Management
Melbourne Water has written to the ASU to advise of a proposed change in the structure of the ... read more
Overpayment at Whitehorse CC
The ASU has been advised of an overpayment claim affecting Support Workers at Council. This ... read more
Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative – Corporate Services Restructure
Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative have provided the ASU with formal notification of ... read more
Unions and employers unite for AviationKeeper now!
Last week we issued a fresh and urgent appeal to the Prime Minister for JobKeeper to be ... read more
Alpine SC – Log of Claims Meetings
This Thursday we have approved paid meeting to formulate our log of claims for the Alpine Shire read more
Manningham EA Update: First Meeting for 2021
This week we had our first bargaining meeting of the new year. All ASU claims have now been ... read more
Congratulations Moira Shire ASU members
You have done it, the EA no vote was a success, a big thank you to the delegates and the ... read more
MIND propose cost savings by reducing staff wages
The ASU has been advised MIND is proposing major change within the SIL workforce. MIND has ... read more
DVRCV and DVVic Fresh Start 2021 Members Meeting
There have been so many changes and updates in the past month we think it’s time for a member ... read more
CFA PTA Agreement Rollover Vote
We are pleased to advise that following your vote to not roll over the CFA PTA Agreement, the ... read more
Casey City Council EBA Update
EBA negotiations recommenced towards the end of last year. The ASU provided council with an ... read more
No Consultation and No Recognition of Organisers? No Way!
After trying to first resolve the dispute with Haven; Home, Safe and get them to engage and/or ... read more
NW/SW Delegates Network Meeting
The first ASU NW/SW Delegates Meeting for 2021 has been scheduled in…and will be held in ... read more
Mornington Peninsula EBA Negotiations Update- The end is near!
The EBA negotiations have recommenced following the Christmas, new year period. We are still read more
Ventia ASU paid meeting re negotiations
The ASU will be holding a paid union meeting to introduce your new ASU Organiser Lorraine Di ... read more
Gippsland Water – ASU Negotiations Update
Gippsland Water EA negotiations will resume on Thursday 21 January 2021. Our main focus on ... read more
Easing of COVID Restrictions – Local Government & Energy
With no current evidence of community transmission in Victoria, there is a further easing of ... read more
Swan Hill Rural City Council Meeting Notice
The Australian Services Union will be holding a meeting to elect ASU Delegates for the upcoming read more
Reasons to VOTE NO Moira EA No 9: Pay Offer
Members have told ASU delegates and officials that Moira conditions are pretty good. We agree ... read more
Burnie City Council ASU Log of Claims Meetings
Your ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding member meetings to revise the current ASU Log ... read more
Reasons to VOTE NO Moira EA No 9: Protect Your Redundancy Entitlements!
The ASU has advised members that one important reason to Vote No is the cap on redundancy ... read more
How much does Qantas owe you?
Today the ASU is filing a case against Qantas in the High Court of Australia on behalf of ... read more
No Pandemic Leave for Launch Workers
Following the temporary closure of the Fitzroy office due to a potential COVID case there, the ... read more
Moira Shire Council EA No 9: VOTE NO!
All staff should have received a CEO memo about the EA access period (started this week) and ... read more
VOTE NO to GRLC’s rotten EA Offer!
Between 1 – 7 February, GRLC staff will vote on whether to accept the Executive Leadership ... read more
January 2021 Covid-19 update
Happy new years to all our ASU VicTas members. We hope you had a safe and merry Christmas and ... read more
Tenacity pays off in 2020 at Hobsons Bay
As Hobsons Bay City Council employees, it’s been another tough year, but we made it through by ... read more
A big 2020, but a bigger 2021 at Moonee Valley
We’ve come to the end of a challenging year for all workers, including those at MVCC. The ... read more
Moira Shire Council – Happy Festive Season – Bring on 2021!
The ASU wishes you a safe and happy festive season. We look forward to seeing you in the New ... read more
VICROADS EA9
We are pleased to advise that the VicRoads EA9 has received overwhelming endorsement from ASU ... read more
ASU members win fight to block eviction of homeless clients from hotels
The ASU is the union for Social and Community Service’s workers and our members deal with the ... read more
ASU consultation win at YSAS
Yesterday ASU organisers and YSAS Managers held a discussion mediated by a representative of ... read more
Bargaining Update for City of Launceston
The City of Launceston Bargaining Committee held the final meeting for 2020 on Wednesday 16 ... read more
Glenorchy City Council freezes Christmas for workers and the community
Congratulations to all those members who participated in a Stop Work meeting. Following the ... read more
Kingston CC – Are vacancies advertised in your team?
The ASU has fielded concerns regarding the advertising of vacancies at council. The concerns ... read more
Golden Plains SC – Build a stronger union at Golden Plains Shire
The Fair Work Commission has issued a decision and orders to stop the GPSC Enterprise Agreement read more
Breaking: ASU Members fight off enterprise agreement termination
The ASU office has today been informed that Mackillop Family Services has cancelled the planned read more
VicRoads – EA9 Acceptance Of Offer Poll
After many months of negotiations, your ASU bargaining team are pleased to advise that we have ... read more
Moira to Postpone Enterprise Agreement Access Period After ASU Action
ASU delegates and officials attended the Fair Work Commission (FWC) yesterday, after seeking an read more
Mackillop seek to cancel your rights
The ASU office has been informed by members that Mackillop Family Services intend to hold ... read more
Moira SC – Enterprise Agreement – VOTE NO!
VOTE NO! VOTE NO! VOTE NO! Your conditions being attacked ... read more
Mitchell SC – Enterprise Agreement
The Australian Services Union, can confirm that the 2020 EA was approved by the Fair Work ... read more
ASU Hobsons Bay Update: EBA & Shutdown
EBA The parties have reached in-principle agreement (aside from the ANMF who we support in ... read more
ASU Update: Central Highlands Enterprise Agreement voted up 72%
Your Enterprise Agreement will now proceed to registration with the Fair Work Commission- this ... read more
Sexual Harassment – a big health and safety risk in Local Government
The Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VACO) just released a comprehensive report called ... read more
Glenorchy City Council Stop Work Meeting – Tues 15 Dec 9am
ASU members are directed to attend Stop Work meetings on Tuesday 15 December at 9am. This ... read more
Moira SC – VOTE NO VOTE NO VOTE NO
VOTE NO VOTE NO VOTE NO On Wednesday ASU members unanimously voted down Council’s EA ... read more
Kingston City Council Access Care Member Meeting
There has recently been a changeover in Organiser at the ASU for Kingston City Council. Your read more
Sunbury CHC & Cobaw CHS Merger
Sunbury CHC and Cobaw CHS have provided the ASU with formal notification of their ... read more
Your feedback needed- Frankston Council proposed changes
The ASU has been notified of proposed changes to the structure of Family Health Support ... read more
Mornington Peninsula SC – Enterprise Agreement Update
Your ASU delegates and organisers have been meeting with Council weekly to progress the ... read more
Covid-19 update
Congratulations to all Victorians and ASU members, with just over 5 consecutive weeks with no ... read more
Ballarat CC – ASU Organiser in Ballarat this week.
ASU organiser Will Wyatt is in Ballarat to hold discussions with members and meet non members ... read more
Latrobe News for ASU members – December 2020 Edition
Casual Work and COVID-19 These last 12 months have been tough for everyone at Latrobe from ... read more
Bargaining Update for City of Launceston
Bargaining for your EA is making good progress. The City of Launceston Bargaining Committee ... read more
Glenorchy CC – ASU Union Meetings
You are invited to union meetings to discuss Enterprise Bargaining. Join us to discuss the ... read more
Shepparton EA Meeting: Wed 9 December
The ASU will be holding a paid Enterprise Agreement meeting to discuss the proposal put to us ... read more
Cardinia Shire Council ASU Members Meeting: Agreement Update
Your ASU representatives Maree & Cindy met with management on Wednesday 2 December. We ... read more
ASU Climate Change Workshop
Recently at our 2020 Local Government and Energy delegates conference, the ASU conducted a ... read more
City of Port Phillip WIN for workers in Insecure work!
It has been a tough year for all of us, with many learnings from this pandemic. One major ... read more
City of Melbourne – Fantastic Win for ASU Members
Council have agreed to reinstate the 9-Day fortnight ADO entitlement. The ASU and its ... read more
Glenorchy ASU Update: Time to sound the alarm
Enterprise Bargaining at Glenorchy City Council was due to commence in April. Council have had ... read more
Meeting for ASU Members at Origin Energy
All members are invited to a paid meeting on Wednesday 9 December, to discuss the upcoming ... read more
ASU Library Member Meeting at Yarra City Council
Your ASU Delegate Toby Gooley is calling a library member meeting to discuss events this year ... read more
Colony 47: ASU calls for fairness this festive season
Today, almost one hundred Colony 47 employees were due a wage increase. In 2017, employees ... read more
State Budget will address disadvantage and help vulnerable Victorians
Announced investments in the recent state budget in the social and community services sector ... read more
United to win better conditions at Good Shepherd
When ASU members unite and band together, we can achieve great things! ASU delegates at Good read more
Launching into a COVID-Safe Return to Work
With government directions on working from home likely to change soon for community services ... read more
ASU Tasmanian Young Member Engagement Survey
Are you aged 35 or under? Want to help us make the ASU relevant for you and other young ... read more
ASU members concerns heard at the highest level
Each year the Tasmanian Legislative Council conduct Government Business Scrutiny Hearings, and ... read more
Delegate Profile – Craig Dickinson, Kingborough Council
My name is Craig Dickinson. I am employed as a Plant Operator with the Kingborough Council ... read more
VicRoads
ASU members at VicRoads were happy to see that the state government did not decide to privatise read more
Greater Western Water
The merger of Western Water and City West Water has raised serious concerns about outsourcing ... read more
ASU Win
Local Government in-home aged care workers provide an essential service. They are often the ... read more
Delegate Profile – Steve James, Moira Shire Council
Steve James just clocked over his 44 year anniversary at Moira Shire Council. As a Works ... read more
Boost for Crisis on the Frontline Campaign
Years of underfunding and cost-shifting by state and federal governments have caused a crisis ... read more
Brimbank City Council – Meeting for ASU Members this Wednesday
The ASU will be holding a member meeting on Wednesday. Outdoors workers from Keilor and ... read more
RAV EA Log of Claims Progressing!
The ASU and your delegates have been meeting with RAV and staff non-union bargaining ... read more
Moira CC – BBQ RSVP
The ASU is holding a paid meeting to update members in regards to the Moira Shire Council ... read more
Moira Shire Council Paid Meeting & BBQ – RSVP Here!
The ASU is holding a paid meeting to update members on the Moira Shire Council Enterprise ... read more
ASU Members Hume City Council November Update.
The current Enterprise Agreement is due to expire on 30th June 2021. In preparation for the ... read more
ASU Protected Action Ballot SUCCESSFUL: Last chance for Glenorchy City Council
Congratulations! We’ve received news from the Australian Electoral Commission that the ... read more
COTA member’s meeting
Your ASU Delegates and Officials are in the process of bargaining for a new Enterprise ... read more
Moorabool Shire Council EA Negotiations Update
The ASU is holding two virtual meetings via MS Teams for ASU members to discuss the Enterprise ... read more
Central Highlands Water – Log of Claims and New Delegate Nomination
ASU organiser Will Wyatt and delegate Michelle Maggi held discussions with union members Wed ... read more
Yarra City Council ASU delegate election outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Ethan Peak has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
ASU meeting for Community Care workers at Yarra Ranges Shire
The ASU is calling a members meeting with Community Care workers at Yarra Ranges Shire to ... read more
Centacare amalgamation
The ASU has been informed of the amalgamation of Centacare Ballarat; Catholic Care ... read more
What next for your ASU Qantas EBA?
The ASU National Negotiating Team recently met with Qantas senior management representatives to read more
Calling all Shepparton Childrens Services members!
Thank you to all the early learning educators at Greater Shepparton City Council who have ... read more
Anglicare Tasmania 2020 Collective Agreement
As you would be aware your 2020 Collective Agreement is now available for your review in ... read more
ASU Update- Colony 47: The Grinch That Froze Christmas
Yesterday, the ASU notified Colony 47 of a dispute pertaining to their intention to freeze ... read more
State Budget a triple win for Victoria
The state budget handed down today by the Andrews government delivers on services for ... read more
Budget Update for Local Government
The Andrews Government handed the Victorian budget today – here’s the snapshot of what it means read more
Clarence CC – There’s plenty of money to spend, just not on your wages
Last night (Monday, 23 November 2020), at Clarence City Council’s Ordinary Council Meeting, ... read more
Moonee Valley Not all we asked for, but is it enough?
We recently asked ASU members if you required the transmission of business clause to be ... read more
Melbourne CC – Monthly ADOs reinstated but not the 9-Day fortnight arrangement.
The ASU has now lodged a dispute with the Fair Work Commission which has been listed for ... read more
Easing COVID Restrictions – Local Government Update
On Sunday the Premier announced further easing restrictions applying from 11:59pm 22 November ... read more
ASU Organisation Re-Design Phase 2 and 3 Update @ Boroondara City Council
Thank you to those that have provided feedback and who attended the ASU meeting held on 16th ... read more
Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement Report Back Meetings
The ASU and AWU will be holding meetings across Hobart City Council. These meetings will be to ... read more
Hume ASU delegates advocating for members at this week’s meeting
Thank you to all the early learning educators at Hume City Council who recently attended a ... read more
ASU call on Colony 47 to live their ‘Advantaged Thinking’
You uphold the values of Colony 47 day in, day out, in the client-facing work you do. Colony 47 read more
Employers must consult – Tasmania
An employer and/or person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) MUST consult with workers read more
ASU Update – City of Launceston EA Bargaining
Bargaining for your enterprise agreement is progressing with the third meeting of the City of ... read more
ASU Housing and Homelessness Meeting
With recent housing-related funding announcements, the state budget announcement next week, ... read more
Employers must consult
An employer and/or person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) MUST consult with workers read more
Eastern Regional Libraries – New ASU organiser and Log of Claims information
There has recently been a changeover in organisers, Lorraine Di Pietrantonio has replaced ... read more
Kingborough Council – Enterprise Agreement Update
As you are aware, due to the effects of COVID-19 on Kingborough Council’s financial position, ... read more
Colony 47 – URGENT: ASU Union meetings tomorrow
You are invited to attend Union Meetings at Colony 47 tomorrow, Thursday 19th from 12pm. You ... read more
Cardinia SC – ASU Stands up for ADOs & Back Pay.
Today (18/11/20) our union raised two key issues on your behalf: When can we get an ADO ... read more
Mansfield SC – MOU Update
Mansfield Shire asked for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to vary our current agreement. ... read more
Productivity Commission Mental Health Report
The ASU welcomes the Productivity Commission’s final mental health inquiry report and it’s ... read more
New Victorian Waste Act & Waste Authority
The State Government has announced they will establish a new single authority overseeing waste, read more
Derwent Valley Council Enterprise Agreement Negotiations
The ASU has been advised that a Notice of Employee Representational Rights (NERR) has been sent read more
2020 OH&S Conference
This was the sixth year Victorian Trades Hall Council partnered with WorkSafe Victoria for the ... read more
Local Government Delegates Awarded
At our recent Delegates conference, we recognised some extraordinary delegates. You can read a ... read more
What is Banyule management afraid of?
Just over two weeks ago, the ASU was sent a two sentence email to let us know that Banyule ... read more
Central Highlands Council update: Your pay and conditions at work
Central Highlands Council has now distributed copies of the Central Highlands Agreement 2020 ... read more
ASU Meetings Today and Tomorrow at Glenorchy City Council
We are sorry that details of upcoming ASU meetings at Glenorchy City Council were not included ... read more
ASU welcomes investment in public and community housing
The Australian Services Union welcomes the Andrews Government's announced investment of $5.3 ... read more
Glenorchy City Council Important Information on Voting, Union Meetings & Log Of Claims
We’ve seen Alderman/Councillors receive a 2.4% pay rise in recent weeks, yet we have not ... read more
ASU Gippsland Water Bargaining Update
We, your representatives, are negotiating hard to improve wages and conditions. We are pursuing read more
Aurora Energy Restructure News
Recently Aurora Energy contacted the ASU to discuss the “Test & Grow” stage of the new ... read more
CAFS member meeting
The ASU is inviting you to a meeting tomorrow, to provide an update on Enterprise Bargaining ... read more
ASU Delegate Election at Yarra City Council: Nomination of Ethan Peak
On 12th November 2020 ASU member Ethan Peak formally nominated to become an ASU delegate at ... read more
Stonnington City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Steve Robertson has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
Melbourne City Council – ASU Lodges a Dispute with FWC
The ASU has now lodged a dispute with the Fair Work Commission regarding those members who ... read more
Boroondara City Council Delegate Election Outcome
The ASU is proud to announce that Rachel Sergi has now been elected as an ASU ... read more
Boroondara City Council Re-Design Phase 3 Meeting Notice
Your ASU Organiser and Delegate attended a Fair Work conciliation on behalf of members on ... read more
Hydro Tasmania Transformation
Recently, the ASU became aware of changes occurring within the business. Following Hydro ... read more
Huon Valley Council Enterprise Agreement Bargaining to Recommence
In July this year, the ASU requested that bargaining recommence for your Enterprise Agreement. ... read more
Manningham CC – Important Job Security Survey
As we continue to bargain for your enterprise agreement, job security has remained the key ... read more
Broadspectrum – Your ASU Organiser
Your ASU organiser for Broadspectrum has recently changed to Lorraine Di Pietrantonio. ... read more
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Fleet Policy Changes and ASU Organiser Change
There has recently been a change over of Organisers for Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, ... read more
Central Coast Council ASU Meetings – Endorsement of Log of Claims
Your ASU Organiser Jess Cassidy will be holding meetings for members to endorse the proposed ... read more
Your ASU Organiser at Kingston City Council
Your ASU Organiser at Kingston City Council has recently changed to Lorraine Di Pietrantonio. ... read more
Metro Melbourne is opening up!
Yesterday Victoria’s Premier Dan Andrews announced that more facilities and businesses will be ... read more
UAW – Here for you if something goes wrong at work
At the last ASU members meeting, members met their new servicing organiser Dave Beckley. If you read more
Port Phillip CC – Calling all Childrens Services Members!
Following our last members' meeting, the ASU and your delegate Deidre Bell attended a meeting ... read more
Gender Transition Leave Workshop Registration
Congratulations for registering for the Gender Transition Leave workshop. You will also need to read more
Voice. Treaty. Truth.
You recently participated as part of the ASU contingent at the “Voice. Treaty. Truth. Advocacy ... read more
Uniting salary increases- are you being paid correctly?
Thanks to union members, the SCHADS Award minimum rates of pay went up from the first pay ... read more
Women- First Nations-Youth Monthly Meeting
ASU members are encouraged to attend an online event hosted by the MUA (Maritime Union of ... read more
City of Melbourne monthly ADOs reinstated
Council have agreed to reinstate the monthly ADO accruals for all those employees covered by ... read more
Qantas – Another restructure? Shame Qantas!
Qantas has announced a major restructure of its airport operations; with wide ranging impacts, ... read more
Launceston CC – ASU Update: Enterprise Agreement Bargaining
Our first meeting with the City of Launceston Bargaining Committee was held yesterday. This ... read more
Glenorchy CC – NEWSFLASH: Elected members set to receive an increase of 2.4% from November 1
What’s good for the good is good for the gander? The Director of Local Government has ... read more
Hume CC – Calling all Childrens Services members!
Thank you to all the early learning educators at Hume City Council who have played a vital role read more
Glenorchy CC – ASU Bargaining for fair pay and conditions underway
The ASU has compiled the draft log of claims and the team met with council management ... read more
Banyule CC and Geelong CC – Leisure Subcommittee
You are invited to attend the first Leisure Subcommittee meeting between the City of Banyule ... read more
Standing Up Against Outsourcing
Recently the ASU again wrote to the Water Minister Lisa Neville to seek a meeting to discuss ... read more
Banyule CC – ASU Meeting for Banyule Home Care Workers
Recently the City of Banyule put out an ad that opened up their home care services for tender. ... read more
Manningham EA Update: Secure Work and Pay Position
After well-attended members meetings, ASU delegates and officials met with Council on Tuesday ... read more
ASU Union Visits: Glamorgan Spring Bay Council
You are invited to attend the following union meetings at Glamorgan Spring Bay ... read more
Boroondara Member Meeting: Phase 3 Discussion
The ASU has now received an initial briefing on the proposed changes during Phase 3. We ... read more
City West Water and Western Water Merger
City West Water and Western Water will be integrated into one Water Authority as of July 1, ... read more
Gender Transition Clause Workshop
Did you know that your union is working to make workplaces safer for transgender workers? The ... read more
Gender Transition Clause Workshop Registration
As a union, we do not believe anyone should lose work for living as their true selves. The ... read more
Enterprise Agreement Negotiations at VicRoads
Negotiation for a new enterprise agreement is happening right now at VicRoads, and ASU members ... read more
Every worker deserves a fair pay rise
Seven Tasmanian councils have frozen workers wages, and the ASU is campaigning to get ... read more
ASU campaigning ‘For the Workers’ in the north west
The ASU's team of Tasmanian organisers was recently in the north west of the state campaigning ... read more
The State Budget Must be Fair For Women Workers
The COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly bad for women workers. Whether it’s women workers ... read more
Save Equal Pay – ASU members win!
The recent Federal Government budget announced that the Morrison Government would lift base ... read more
Salvo’s Delegate Network Established
ASU Salvation Army delegates recently set up their own network to tackle obstacles to ... read more
Win for Stonnington’s Early Years Team
ASU members who look after the care, welfare and education of littlies in the City of ... read more