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May 28, 2025

MEDIA RELEASE: AMWU Victoria Backs Calls for Palestinian Statehood and Sanctions

The State Secretary of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) Tony Mavromatis has come out in support of Gareth Evan’s call for recognition of Palestinian statehood, sanctions on the Netanyahu Government, increasing of humanitarian aid, and for a genuine ceasefire in Gaza.

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December 19, 2024

MEDIA RELEASE: AMWU Represents Members at Fire Rescue Victoria in Commission Negotiations Amid FRV Dirty Tactics

Today, the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) represented its members at Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) in the Commission. FRV sought the assistance of the Commissioner to facilitate negotiations, informing us that the government would also be in attendance.

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November 11, 2024

BIG Stands for Local Jobs and Local Steel on the North East Link Project!

In light of recent news about the 11,000 tonnes of imported steel set for use on the North East Link, the Building Industry Group (BIG) has decided to take a stand. We are committed to protecting local jobs, supporting local industries, and ensuring Victorian infrastructure is built with Australian-made steel.

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July 31, 2024

The Fight for Family-Friendly Hours: Why AMWU Members Are Leading the Charge

Why Family-Friendly Hours Matter Balancing work and family life is challenging in male-dominated industries like construction and manufacturing. Workers with caring responsibilities often struggle with rigid schedules. Family-friendly shifts offer a flexible solution, including adjustable start and end times, staggered hours, and part-time options, helping workers manage their personal and professional responsibilities more effectively.

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February 27, 2024

MEDIA RELEASE: Super WIN for Labour-Hire AMWU Members at Melbourne Water in Landmark Fair Work Commission Decision.

In a significant win for the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU), the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission has decisively rejected an appeal by Programmed Facility Management Pty Ltd, the labour-hire company engaged by Melbourne Water for facility maintenance.

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November 22, 2023

MEDIA RELEASE: Community Rally at CSL Head Office as AMWU and ETU Members take a Stand Against CSL’s anti-worker agenda

When: 3:30pm, Wednesday 22 November Where: Out the front of CSL Head Office, 655 Elizabeth Street Melbourne

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August 28, 2023

MEDIA RELEASE: AMWU Members Demand Fair Deal as B&D Doors Management Remains Unresponsive

In an act of solidarity and determination, the members of the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) at B&D Doors in Kilsyth have taken to the grass for over a week of industrial action to protest the substandard and unacceptable pay offer from management.

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August 28, 2023

MEDIA RELEASE: AMWU SEEK IMMEDIATE HALT TO WORKCOVER MODERNISATION BILL

Today, the Allan Labor government continues its pursuit of implementing the Workcover Modernisation Bill 2023. Every step of the way, the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) have raised serious concerns to delay debate on the Bill until such time as working people who have suffered a psychological injury due to their employment are afforded workable options to receive the support they need when they need it most.

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January 17, 2023

MEDIA RELEASE: WORKERS AT VISY SHEPPARTON TO TAKE FIRST INDUSTRIAL ACTION IN OVER 60 YEARS.

From 7 am tomorrow, 40 members of The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) will down tools, and plant operations will grind to a halt for 24 hours as EBA negotiations with Visy falter.

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November 29, 2022

AMWU Victoria Statement on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People

In line with its principles, values and history for peace, justice, human rights, equality, and opposition to oppression wherever and whenever it occurs, the Victoria Branch of the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) on this, the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People,  Reaffirms its support and solidarity with the just struggle of the Palestinian people for a free, sovereign, and independent state.

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