We are here to help.
As a member of the AWU, you have access to a range of valuable services to ensure that you have the best working life.
Industrial Help
If you find yourself in trouble at work, we can provide you with industrial support.
Safer Workplaces
Union members enjoy safer workplaces.
Insurance
Assistance with workers’ compensation claims and access to superior income protection insurance.
Legal Advice
You will gain access to a world-class team of industrial officers.
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1182
Active AWU agreements in Australia
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79
Awards covered by The AWU (out of 144)
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350
Extra dollars union members earn weekly
1182
Active AWU agreements in Australia
79 of 144
Awards covered by The AWU
275
Extra dollars union members earn weekly
Being part of the AWU means we know we have each other's backs at work at the Mill.
Richard, Wilmar Sugar
As hospital workers, we're busy caring for patients. Being part of the AWU means we're looking out for each other in the workplace too.
Jim, Queensland Health
The AWU advocates for workers’ job security. Our conditions are thanks to the focused efforts and commitment of members and officials.
Andy Ranford, Alcoa
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March 28, 2025
Dutton’s imitation reservation gaslights Australians
Peter Dutton grabbed headlines in his Budget reply speech by pledging to introduce a ‘gas reservation’ for Australia’s east coast. This proposal is not new (the AWU’s own history with it is detailed below). But what does a ‘gas reservation’ mean, and how would it work?
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March 26, 2025
Budget shows only Labor gets Australia’s potential as a 21st century manufacturing powerhouse
The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) has strongly endorsed the Federal Budget handed down by the Albanese Labor Government.
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March 12, 2025
Australia Can Thrive Through Trump’s Tariffs With Decisive Action
Australia’s steel and aluminium industries can not only survive but thrive in the face of Donald Trump’s tariffs if the government acts decisively.
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March 3, 2025
Women and Super | An AustralianSuper Editorial
Ever wondered how you can support the women in your life through super?