We believe union membership should be accessible and affordable for every worker. It’s why our fees are some of the lowest in NSW and why your income determines your fees.
In 2024 we secured $252M in state government funding for the Fresh Start New Apprenticeship program for NSW local councils. The program is creating local jobs across the state and breathing new life into local councils and their communities.
An apprentice, trainee or cadetship is a fantastic way to learn a trade or profession, but it’s not easy. There’s a lot to learn and wages are low. Several of your union’s officials and staff got their start as local council Apprentices or have people in their lives who did.
We recognised our low fees were not low enough for Apprentices and securing the $252M in funding for Fresh Start was only the beginning.
Which is why, from August this year, there will be a new fee category for Fresh Start Apprentices. The fees will go down, but the coverage, benefits and protections will not.
If you’re an apprentice/cadet/trainee and are already a USU member, access the lower rate by filling out this form.
Not yet a member? Join now!
* Additional membership levies may apply depending on your region or employer.
Further information will go out to members shortly
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When our members miss union updates it is not intentional. We want informed, engaged and happy members.
If you or a fellow member has not heard from us in a while it’s time to check your contact details.
You can do this anywhere, anytime, on any device that has internet access through our member portal
Alternatively, you can call our member support team on 1300 136 604 (Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM, (excluding public holidays and end of year shutdown period).
