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I was under pressure from the company to work harder and ended up injuring myself. Two months into my injury I called upon the union, because things got complicated. The union helped me get free legal advice and representation at a hearing. It's important for me to know where I stand in all of this and the union's been there with me all the way.

Nick, ETU member

I wish I was rich, but I'm not. I have to work because I have to work, I have to fight. Because if I don't fight, I will be stepped on. That's the way it is for working people. Never been any different. We have to fight for everything we get. That's why we're in unions. People who aren't in unions, it's like they don't know the facts of life. Because no-one ever gives us anything without a fight. And that's a fact. Mario, ETU member

Mario, ETU member

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Member Benefits

The ETU Victorian Branch has developed a Member Benefits Program in association with numerous suppliers of products and services. Our two major service providers in the program are Where to Enjoy and Union Shopper. This enables members to take further advantage of the strength that comes with the ETU Membership Card in the form of discounts or improved services. Some suppliers require you to quote a group number, others simply ask for your current financial membership card. Click on the item that interest you and a description will be given on the product or service.

Blackwoods - All your workplace needs

Cbus Superannuation

Cbus Superannuation is managed solely for the benefit of its members. All profits belong to them, and Cbus pays no commissions to sales agents and no shareholder dividends. Cbus membership fees are among the lowest of any super fund in Australia.

ETU Emergency Transport Benefit (Ambulance)

The ETU provides an Emergency Transport Benefit (Ambulance) coverage for financial members

ETU Mortality Benefit

The ETU provides a Mortality Benefit to members

Europcar

Europcar provide a great car hire rate for ETU members that includes a great saving on hire insurance

Industry Fund Financial Planning (IFFP)

Financial planning services for ETU members

Kubu Balian Beach Bungalows on Bali

If you are tired of the speed and scene of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, Balian provides the perfect calming alternative.

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Access to the ETU Victorian Branch lawyers

rthealth

Discounted health insurance for members

Tradepack Insurance

Insurance for contractors

TRU Energy

ETU Members in Victoria can get a special deal on their electricity and gas rates.

Volkswagen Corporate Program

This program entitles the ETU and all of its members a selection of savings including a 10% discount on all vehicles in the Volkswagen range.

U-Brew It

Your favourite beers at a bargain price. U-Brew It

Union Shopper

Union Shopper is a service that provides members with discounts on a wide range of products and services.

Where to Enjoy

ETU members receive exclusive Where to Enjoy member benefits and discounts available throughout Australia. The new look 2008/09 discount book is now available and is packed with fantastic discounts and member benefits.

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How do I know what I should get paid?

It can be quite complicated in determining this question. First, you have to determine what agreement covers your employment. Next, you then have to interpret the terms in the agreement. If you were a member, you will get the assistance of experienced union officials and the ETU legal department, who answers such questions like this everyday.

My husband is having problems with his employer and thinks he may be sacked. If he joins the Union will they help?

Members get the benefit of the ETU legal department that can represent them on any employment issues – including unfair dismissal. Non-members will have to get their own legal representation which will cost them potentially tens of thousands of dollars.

My son is a second year apprentice and has been working on his own and he does not get paid for overtime, is this okay for an employer to do this?

It is not okay for the Employer to do this. If your son is a member, the ETU has a designated Apprentices Officer who specializes in issues of Apprentices Supervision and Pay and will assist apprentices who are members on these and other relevant issues to the apprenticeship.

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