Over $100k in Backpay Secured for Preschool Teachers
USU members at a Sydney Metropolitan Council preschool recently uncovered a long-standing issue:...
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Qantas members set the bar for better things to come!
Qantas members have worked tirelessly to bargain for better conditions and ramp up the pressure on...
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Our 2025 Apprentice/Trainee of the Year: Ariana Johnson of Kiama Municipal Council
Receiving six nominations, which is twice the required number, Ariana Johnson’s nomination for Apprentice/Trainee of the Year was in recognition of her exceptional dedication to her studies, work as an Environmental Health Officer and unionism.
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Our 2025 Mentor of the Year: Kate Balding of Shoalhaven Council
A mentor to many, a tireless advocate for her fellow workers and an active member of her local community who volunteers hours of her time each week – it’s no surprise to anyone who knows Kate that she is our 2025 New Gen Committee and Vision Super Mentor of the Year.
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Melinda Gibson, Winner of the 2025 Sinead Francis Coan Award for Outstanding Female Delegate in the Energy, Utilities, Private Sector, Airlines Sectors
(left) Lyndall Coan, Sinead’s mother, presented Melinda (right) with her Award A member of the NSW...
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