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NSW Workers Compensation is under attack, and we need your help
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey has proposed drastic cost-cutting reforms to Workers Comp that will strip back the rights of workers.
22 hours ago


It’s time to end the privatisation of our region’s bus network
Keolis Downer has left commuters and bus drivers worse off. We stand with the Rail Tram and Bus Union & Newcastle councillors calling for the state government to take back control of the region's bus network
May 12


Going nuclear will decimate regional jobs and block billions in investment
The Coalition’s push for nuclear will kill 42,000 full time jobs and deprive regional communities of $68 billion in economic activity.
Apr 14


Annual wage rise from Same Job, Same Pay to exceed $1 billion
Same Job, Same Pay has delivered $1 billion in annual pay rises, according to a new report from McKell Institute.
Apr 11


Unions fear Coalition will sack hundreds of Hunter public servants
Unions fear up to 470 public sector jobs would be cut from the Hunter region if a Coalition government fulfils its pledge to slash jobs.
Apr 3


Peter Dutton dodges crucial question regarding fate of Hunter Workers
Peter Dutton was asked about the 12,000 local workers who face imminent job losses as traditional energy industry declines.
Mar 30


Public servants will have right to disconnect repealed under Coalition government
Jane Hume has confirmed Federal public servants will likely be the first to have their Right to Disconnect repealed if elected.
Mar 12


How the Coalition's nuclear proposal kills jobs and harms regional communities
Dutton wants to build nuclear reactors in regional communities across Australia, but the science stacks up against him.
Feb 13


University of Newcastle receives $20.7 million for future industries, boosting regional development
The Federal Government is funding the development of a future industries facility at the University of Newcastle.
Feb 3


Looking back on 2024
2024 has been a fantastic year for the Union movement, thanks to the hard work and staunch activism of workers.Â
Dec 31, 2024


The Federal Government has introduced new protections for public frontline staff
The Albanese Labor government has introduced new legislation that will provide better protections to Commonwealth frontline workers.
Dec 2, 2024


A Future Made in Australia is now enshrined in law
In a win for workers, jobs, and climate, the Future Made in Australia Bill has passed the Senate and is now enshrined in law.Â
Nov 28, 2024


ASU members rally for Newcastle Day of Action
ASU members rallied in Newcastle today calling for their skills to be respected and their experience valued.
Nov 4, 2024


Hunter Workers welcomes announcement of Hunter Net Zero Manufacturing Centre of Excellence
Hunter Workers warmly welcomes the government’s plans to establish the Hunter Net Zero Manufacturing Centre of Excellence.
Oct 29, 2024


This World Teachers' Day, let's listen and fully fund public schools
Teachers need more than thanks: it’s time to listen and work to ensure public schools are receiving the full funding they need.
Oct 25, 2024


Coalition confirms they will consider small business definition change, stripping rights from workers
Around a million workers face the threat of losing entitlements as the Coalition signals its intent to change small business definition.
Oct 14, 2024


Labour Day is more than a public holiday, it’s a celebration of the Union Movement’s victories
Today’s public holiday is a reminder of the power of solidarity and collective action.
Oct 7, 2024


Private sector EBA pay rises hit 12 year high, thanks to Labor’s workplace laws
Data from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations confirms that Labor’s new workplace laws are working to improve wages.
Oct 2, 2024


200 workers tragically killed on the job in 2023, Safe Work Report shows
Safe Work Australia's 2024 report shows 200 workers were tragically killed in 2023.
Sep 27, 2024


Hunter locals are supportive of renewables, survey shows
Hunter region residents are largely in favour of renewable energy investment, according to a new survey.
Sep 26, 2024
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