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Join the AWU.

As a member of the AWU, you have access to a range of valuable services to ensure that you have the best working life.

Industrial Help

If you find yourself in trouble at work, we can provide you with industrial support.
Safer Workplaces

Union workplaces are safer.
Better Wages & Conditions

Through bargaining, Union members win better wages and conditions.
Legal Advice

You will gain access to a world-class team of industrial officers.

Dollars won in WorkCover for Qld Members

Qld Members Helped with Work Cover

New Agreements Negotiated

AWU Delegates Trained

John, Refinery Maintenance

Ray, Bulk Sugar Terminal

Chris, Parks Ranger

Richard, Sugar Mill

Union News

June 25, 2026
Market ups and downs: what they mean for your super

With global uncertainty making the news most days, it’s no surprise people are paying closer attention to their super.
June 16, 2026
Celebrating union pride on Labour Day

For 140 years, The Australian Workers’ Union has stood alongside working people — fighting for safer workplaces, fair wages, secure jobs and dignity at work.
June 9, 2026
Payday Super is coming – what you need to know

Payday Super is a major change to Australia’s super system, aimed to help boost retirement savings over time.
March 9, 2026
Workers’ Safety Under Attack

In Queensland right now, our workplace health and safety laws are under attack. The LNP State Government is hiding behind their so called “productivity problem” in construction to justify stripping back workplace health and safety laws that are critical to safe workplaces in Queensland.