We are all very fortunate to have leadership with such great vision & foresight, who lead that way in such difficult circumstances, but I am 100% certain, that all of the leaders of our mighty TWU would not hesitate to say that no TWU campaign can be a success without your relentless commitment to the cause. As proud sub-Branch secretary, I congratulate you on your efforts thus far, and look forward to the fight ahead, and achieving our goals.
Congratulations Phil Latimer on your Retirement
Phil Latimer, former lead delegate at Toll Mining Tomago, has been in many complex industrial disputes. Phil, along with Luke Jones, has built our membership density well into 90%, and has turned out to assist in every facet of what we do to WIN as a united Union. Including his strong support for Labor candidates that recognise and support our much-needed Industry reform.
As Newcastle & Northern NSW sub-Branch Executive Chair, Phil was congratulated by myself, and the Executive, who gave him a small token of appreciation for his relentless dedication to workers rights.
Congrats to you & Karen Phil. Many thanks!
TWU Inductions deliver new members and increased strength
Membership growth in the sub-Branch has began well in 2026, which means workers in our industry can see how important it is to be united, strong and represented in the workplace.
Our Member Support Officer Todd Marselos, along with yard delegates and officials Daryll Elliott & Rebecca Hopkins, are conducting membership inductions wherever requested.
Do not underestimate the value in ensuring your Enterprise Agreement contains induction rights. It’s a great tool that ensures new employees have a good understanding of the benefits of being a TWU member, by building union power. Congratulations to our new members. Welcome to the TWU family!
Vale: Gary Madden
It is with a heavy heart that we have unexpectedly lost a strong delegate and workplace leader with the passing of Gary Madden. Gary was delegate at Toll Warner Vale, and a dedicated father. Gary took great pride in his family, his aboriginal heritage, and his role as a lead TWU delegate. Deepest condolences to Gary’s family, friends, and work-mates at Toll.
Mick Forbes • Sub-branch Secretary