Why the WA Newspapers fight matters to all of us
Why the Workers at Seven West Media are standing up for their rights, and why you should care – JOHN FALZON In our democracy, we value the principle of one person, one vote. We would be outraged if the richer you are the more votes you had, or if sections of our society were not allowed […]
Industry needs to act on FIFO mental health
Research published in the Medical Journal of Australia on the mental health of FIFO workers in WA highlights the need for industry and government to take action.The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union WA Branch (AMWU) State Secretary Steve McCartney said, this research is just more evidence for the State Government to act on all of the […]
BHP Billiton thumbs its nose at Premier
The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union WA Branch (AMWU) has called on the Premier of WA to remind mining giant BHP Billiton of its obligation to prioritise WA jobs. BHP Billiton plans to send 24,000 tonnes of structural steel work offshore as part of upgrades to its South Flank Iron Ore project in the Pilbara. […]
AMWU welcomes new Mates in Construction WA CEO
The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) congratulates Brad Geatches on his new appointment as Chief Executive Officer of MATES in Construction WA.The suicide prevention charity has been supporting AMWU members for many years by empowering WA workers to look after each other and their mental health. AMWU State Secretary Steve McCartney said the union is […]
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