The Australian Workers Union (AWU) and Mining and Energy Union (MEU) have joined forces and launched a new Mining Union Alliance representing workers in metalliferous mining in NSW on Tuesday in Cobar.
The NSW Mine Workers’ Alliance (NSWMWA) launch was the first of a number of regional events that are being held in Cobar and Broken Hill this week ahead of the official start of operations from next month.
The Alliance will fight to ensure Western NSW mining hubs benefit from critical minerals and transition metals industries, with secure local jobs and thriving communities.
The NSWMWA aims to provide a united and stronger voice in the workplace.
It will provide members with support and advice on enterprise agreement negotiations; representation for industrial, disciplinary matters and confidential advice; provide access to National Assistance Fund; health and safety representation and enforcement to improve safety standards on mine sites; workers’ compensation legal advice and assistance; representation for unfair dismissal cases and recovery of payments; bereavement payments; journey cover to and from work; as well as other benefits…see this week’s edition for full report.
