BLUE-COLLAR METAL WORKERS SECURE MASSIVE JOBS WIN
The Australia Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) welcomes the Albanese Government’s election commitment to invest $500 million in supporting Australia’s domestic steel engineering and fabrication capabilities.The federal government announcement promises merit-based grants for manufacturing including projects which build new capability in wind tower steel fabrication through the Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund. The commitment also […]
Leon’s Story
When Leon was involved in a serious motorcycle accident in 2022, he wasn’t sure how he could return to work. The 54-year-old boilermaker suffered a severe fracture to his right ankle, but complications soon emerged, forcing him to take extended time off work to focus on his recovery. Leon submitted a claim with WageGuard Income […]
William’s Story
When William slipped and seriously hurt his knee, he had no idea what an ordeal it would become. A trip to the specialist revealed both of William’s knees were in bad shape and needed replacements. This meant being forced to take time off work. It would’ve been a lot worse without a safety net. William […]
Same Job, Same Pay: Win for workers everywhere
The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) heralds the Fair Work Commission decision to award BHP Operating Services workers in Bowen Basin orders under the “Same Job, Same Pay” legislation.“Same Job, Same Pay” laws were created to stop companies using labour hire as a loophole to undercut wages of workers in established enterprise agreements. The AMWU, […]
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