AMWU Victoria

AMWU Victoria The AMWU Victorian Branch represents workers in all areas of manufacturing across Victoria. This page is a community of union members and supporters.

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union represents tens of thousands of workers in all areas of manufacturing around Australia, including: Food and confectionery; Metal and engineering; Printing and packaging; Technical, laboratory, supervisory and administrative areas; and Vehicle building, service and repair. The AMWU aims to ensure our members receive the pay, conditions, safety and respect they deserve at work. We fight for a fair deal for workers – both at work and in the community. We believe in a fair and equal society for all, with the provision of public social services including education, health care, and of dignity in retirement. If you work in manufacturing, we will work together to help protect you, your colleagues, and your rights at work.
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28/11/2025
ASBESTOS ALERT: Imported Wind Towers Putting Workers at Risk NON-Australian-made Wind Towers = PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES DET...
26/11/2025

ASBESTOS ALERT: Imported Wind Towers Putting Workers at Risk

NON-Australian-made Wind Towers = PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES DETECTED

Once again, imported wind towers have failed, and asbestos has now been discovered in lift motors used during tower er****on.

This is only the latest in a long list of overseas-manufactured towers and catastrophic failures. In the last year alone, we've seen: Structural cracks — Golden Plains Wind Farm (2024); Structural collapse — BerryBank Wind Farm (2025); Blade component detachment — Golden Plains (2025); the tragic fatality at Rokewood Wind Farm; and now: Asbestos detected in imported towers.

"We can make Wind Towers here. Now is the time for Federal and State governments to invest so all future renewable energy projects contain local content." - Tony Mavromatis, AMWU Victorian State Secretary.

"This is yet another example of why we MUST manufacture these towers here. Imported products containing asbestos are simply not good enough." - Shawn White, AMWU Victorian OHS Coordinator.

The law is clear:
Asbestos imports have been banned since 2003.
Yet prohibited materials are still entering Australia through non-local wind-tower imports. Mesothelioma cases continue to rise — 684 cases reported in 2024 — and workers remain at risk.

Employers MUST ensure workers are not exposed to asbestos. They must identify, control and remove asbestos using licensed professionals.

Local content protects workers. Local manufacturing saves lives. Make it here. Make it safe.

For more information, contact the AMWU OHS Unit: Shawn or Greg — (03) 9230 5700

Maintenance Action at Viva Geelong!AMWU and ETU members in maintenance are taking a stand against Viva Management, deman...
25/11/2025

Maintenance Action at Viva Geelong!

AMWU and ETU members in maintenance are taking a stand against Viva Management, demanding a fair share of the company's pie!

More to come.

Did you know that Thomas Kelly Lewis Engineering Works was among the first to win a 38-hour work week?Now, this historic...
24/11/2025

Did you know that Thomas Kelly Lewis Engineering Works was among the first to win a 38-hour work week?

Now, this historic site is home to Flowserve, where our members make industrial and environmental machinery, such as pumps and valves, keeping the history of manufacturing in Castlemaine alive for 150 years.

Today, Area Organiser Paul Springer dropped in to chat with members about the upcoming EBA, District committees, and the importance of local manufacturing.

Bendigo Railway Workshops bans to continue as management refuses to relent!BRW management is taking a knife to the railw...
13/11/2025

Bendigo Railway Workshops bans to continue as management refuses to relent!

BRW management is taking a knife to the railway workshop agreement in a drastic swipe at the hard-working AMWU and ETU members.

Here's what they're taking away:
❌ Overtime penalties - GONE
❌ Restrictions on casuals - GONE
❌ Short notice afternoon and night penalties - GONE
❌ No back pay — and more!

In response to management's threat, members are enforcing unlimited bans on all overtime, callouts, and night shifts.

All the workers are asking for is a fair and honest pay increase without any trade-offs!

New Hoodie: Women in Trades!Price: $65.00📩Order now: samantha.sullivan@amwu.org.au📞Contact: 0438 063 405📍Pick up in Carl...
12/11/2025

New Hoodie: Women in Trades!
Price: $65.00
📩Order now: samantha.sullivan@amwu.org.au
📞Contact: 0438 063 405
📍Pick up in Carlton or express post: $15.00

On this Remembrance Day, we honour the brave working-class individuals who fought for our freedom. Their sacrifices remi...
10/11/2025

On this Remembrance Day, we honour the brave working-class individuals who fought for our freedom. Their sacrifices remind us of the true cost of peace.

Let us take a moment to reflect and express our gratitude. Lest we forget.

Something B.I.G is coming to town!! The 2025 Metro and Regional Building Industry Group Picnics are on Monday, December...
06/11/2025

Something B.I.G is coming to town!!

The 2025 Metro and Regional Building Industry Group Picnics are on Monday, December 1st.

BENDIGO PICNIC
Bendigo Jockey Club
Heinz St, White Hills
9am to 3pm

GEELONG PICNIC
Geelong Harness Racing Club
40 Broderick Rd, Corio
9am to 3pm

SHEPPARTON PICNIC
The Museum of Vehicle Evolution
Emerald Bank Leisure Land, Kialla.
9am to 3pm

BALLARAT PICNIC
Eureka Stockade Park
121 Stawell St Ballarat East
9am to 3pm

GIPPSLAND PICNIC
Maryvale Oval,
Traralgon West Rd, Maryvale
10am to 4pm

MELBOURNE PICNC
Melbourne Showgrounds,
Epsom Road, Ascot Vale
Venue Opens: 7:30am
Event Starts: 8am to 3:30pm

WODONGA PICNIC - DECEMBER 8, 2025
Wodonga Racecourse
Hamilton Smith Drive
Wodonga
9am to 3pm

TICKET INFORMATION AND SUPPORT

• Direct Ticket Landing Page: https://www.melbourneshowgrounds.com/whats-on/the-building-unions-picnic-2025/
• Via the Melbourne Royal Landing Page: https://www.melbourneshowgrounds.com/whats-on/
• Ticket Enquiries/Customer Service: Melbourne Royal Reception line 03 9281 7444

EVENT DETAILS

• CASHLESS EVENT
• TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE
• CFMEU AND PPTEU MEMBERS CAN REDEEM THEIR TICKET ONLINE ($0)
• ETU AND AMWU MEMBERS CAN PURCHASE THEIR TICKET ONLINE ( $60 Family Ticket - ADMITS 5)
• ONE TICKET ADMITS FIVE PEOPLE. ONLY ONE ADDITIONAL CHILD TICKET CAN BE PURCHASED.
• ONLY TICKETS THAT ARE PHYSICALLY SCANNED WILL GO INTO THE MAJOR DOOR RAFFLE PRIZE.
• THE RAFFLE WINNER MUST BE A FINANCIAL BUILDING INDUSTRY GROUP (BIG) UNION MEMBER.
• PROOF OF ATTENDANCE TOKENS WILL BE ISSUED AT GATES ONCE YOUR DIGITAL TICKET HAS BEEN SCANNED.

Another HUGE turnout today at the annual HSR Conference!Shoutout to all those HSRs statewide who took the time to attend...
28/10/2025

Another HUGE turnout today at the annual HSR Conference!

Shoutout to all those HSRs statewide who took the time to attend, whether by coming down to Melbourne or participating in regional events. Thanks for your dedication to keeping our members safe!

We went to the Commission and won! Opal appealed, and we won AGAIN!After a 13-year flexible work arrangement at Maryvale...
24/10/2025

We went to the Commission and won! Opal appealed, and we won AGAIN!

After a 13-year flexible work arrangement at Maryvale Mill was unfairly scrapped, our AMWU member fought back and won.

Opal, backed by lawyers, a barrister, and Ai Group, appealed a Fair Work Commission decision in an attempt to block his right to flexible hours so he could care for his kids. They even tried to argue that recent Fair Work Act amendments meant they could undermine the National Employment Standards (NES).

But we stood firm. With the support of our legal team, delegates and organisers, we opposed every attempt to strip away these rights, and the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission agreed with us.

This decision doesn't just protect one worker. It confirms that the NES prevails and locks in stronger protections for every Australian worker who needs flexibility to balance work and family life.

This is what union power looks like: defending rights, winning in the courts, and setting precedents that benefit all.

Bucher Municipal is treating their workers like GARBAGE!Another day, another action as the fight for a fair and honest w...
17/10/2025

Bucher Municipal is treating their workers like GARBAGE!

Another day, another action as the fight for a fair and honest wage increase continues. Our members are standing firm and they’re demanding clear reclassification structures without any dodgy trade-offs.

More action to come!

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