FedEx In-principle Agreement
FedEx state delegates have unanimously endorsed an in-principle agreement with the company, in a huge win for members.
This achievement marks a significant victory, reflecting the unity and strength of our TWU members.
This in-principle agreement with FedEx, bringing about big improvements to workers pay and conditions.
Key wins include:
- Career Progression: Clear pathways for licence upgrades and leadership programs.
- Wages: A 9.25% increase over two years, with 5% in Year 1 and 4.25% in Year 2.
- Superannuation: Rising to 14% by the end of the agreement.
- Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers by Year 2.
- Mental Health Training: Available for 3% of employees, ensuring a supportive work environment.
- Anti-Discrimination and Cultural Leave: Enhanced protections and flexibility.
Next steps include TWU report-back meetings across all yards to discuss and endorse this offer.
Once approved, the agreement will be registered with the Fair Work Commission and come into effect, ensuring these benefits are realised.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment and solidarity. Let’s keep building a safe, fair, and sustainable industry.
Ampol Strike Averted!
Flight delays and cancellations have been avoided as Sydney Airport refuellers call off their strike after Ampol Aviation returned to the negotiating table with significant improvements in pay and job security.
On Tuesday, crisis talks between a TWU bargaining team and Ampol resulted in a better offer. Workers had agreed to a six-hour of protected industrial action across multiple shifts.
| TWU NSW/QLD State Secretary Richard Olsen said industrial action was a last resort, and the company’s movement on demands is a positive outcome. “It shouldn’t be so hard for workers to achieve pay increases and job security. This is a step in the right direction.” To address the systemic issues in the aviation industry we are calling for a Safe and Secure Skies Commission to protect workers’ rights. |
NSW Labor Promises Gig Worker Protections
| The NSW Government will introduce laws to protect gig workers in food delivery, rideshare, and delivery services. These workers currently don’t have basic protections like minimum pay or unfair dismissal safeguards. The new laws will allow the NSW Industrial Relations Commission to set fair pay and conditions, help resolve disputes, and stop companies from ignoring these rules. Gig workers will get the same protections as couriers and taxi drivers. The reforms will also protect milk, cream, and bread delivery drivers, create new penalties for breaking the law, and ensure fair standards in road transport. These changes aim to improve road safety and ensure fair pay for all workers. |
Rex Airlines Collapses
| In another devastating day for aviation, 610 jobs have been lost in an industry that has taken hit after hit. We are working with other airlines and aviation companies to secure job opportunities for impacted workers, and have had positive conversations with Virgin Australia and ground handler Dnata. |
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