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| Union Member Benefits Update June 2010 |
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Brrrr... is that the Winter winds whipping at the door? Indeed it is! But our June edition will warm the cockles of your heart with its exciting array of news,
including the HESTA Nursing Awards, a great DVD giveaway and latest campaign news.
Member Connect, Your Member Benefits Update.
Image: HESTA Nursing Awards
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In May, the annual HESTA Nursing Awards were held at the Crown Entertainment Complex in Melbourne. The purpose of this annual event is to reward excellence and outstanding contributions within the nursing industry.
For the third year, ME Bank has been the major supporter of the HESTA Nursing Awards providing the $25,000 prize pool of education and travel grants for the three winners.
Jamie McPhee (CEO), Samm Bell and members of the National Business Development team represented ME Bank on the night. Jamie presented the awards to representatives from across the industry, who demonstrate remarkable commitment to their profession.
The 2010 winners are detailed on the
Member Connect website
The HESTA Nursing Awards recognise the skill and dedication of people working within the community and ME Bank looks forward to continuing its support in 2011.
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Industry Fund Financial Planning are about to release the latest edition of their quarterly newsletter.
This special budget edition of Industry Fund Financial Planning News takes a close look at the latest Federal Budget, and how it may impact on union members.
Industry Fund Financial Planning look at 3 separate case studies from people of different age groups, backgrounds and occupations, and how each of them may be affected by the changes announced particularly around areas of;
- Superannuation
- Taxation
- Social Security
If you would like to know how the proposed changes announced in the Budget may affect you directly, or would simply like to subscribe to regularly receive this newsletter, click
here.
For more information on Industry Fund Financial Planning visit
iffp.com.au or call 1300 138 848.
Industry Fund Financial Planning is a division of Industry Fund Services Pty Ltd (IFS) ABN 54 007 016 195, AFSL 232514, a wholly owned subsidiary of Industry Super Holdings (ISH) ABN 71 119 748 060, which in turn is owned by a number of leading industry funds. Go to iffp.com.au to see our privacy policy.
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Discount New Cars is your online new car showroom. Check out a great selection of Exclusive Union Discounts across their new car range! With access to up front drive away pricing, vehicle specifications and features, everything you need to know about your next brand new car is here and available to you now. With great savings to be made across a wide range of vehicles from Discount New Cars' authorised dealer network, it's easy to find out exactly how much you can save as a Union Member today. Remember this is a free service for all Union Members, and enquires are obligation free.
To find out more visit the union specials page
discountnewcars.com.au/unions
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ACTU Member Connect has organised a great Hertz car rental offer for union members:
- New corporate discounted rates guaranteed 365 days per year, including peak periods
- Vehicle Registration Recovery fee is waived = $5.50 p/day saving
- Lower standard Accident Damages Excess of $770 instead of the usual excess of $3,300
- Lower rates on optional renter protection = up to $6.00 p/day saving
- Free membership to Hertz #1 Club Gold which is valid worldwide
- 10% discount off international affordable rates for NZ, UK, Europe, USA & Canada
Simply quote your ACTU Member Connect CDP number 1862758 when making your booking. Offer is subject to availability at participating locations in Australia only and conditions apply. Visit the Hertz website for an online quote or phone Hertz on 13 30 39.
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Mary Kost joined Member Connect in May 2009, replacing
Rebecca Patena who was on maternity leave. Member Connect would like to say a big thank you to Mary for her contribution over the last 12 months, and wish her well in her future endeavors. Mary will be finishing at the end of the month.
Member Connect welcomes back Rebecca who has returned as Special Projects Manager.
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As we reach the half way mark of the footy season we can look back at some very exciting footy and upsets. What lies ahead for the rest of the season? Who will be holding a cheque for $1000 from ME Bank at the end of it all? There is only one thing to do and that is to hang in there and keep on tipping!
At the end of Round 11, we have Lexie Brown at the top of the AFL Leaderboard on 65 just ahead of Steve Lewis who is also on 65 with a margin difference of 22. In the NRL Competition, at the end of Round 13, we have David LM at position number 1 on the Leaderboard with 60.
Terms and Conditions: Please note only financial members of ACTU affiliated unions are eligible to claim prizes. Retirees who were a member of an affiliated union at the time they retired are also eligible.
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The 2010 ACTU Superannuation Trustees Forum will discuss key issues for union trustees, focusing particularly on the proposed changes in the Cooper and Henry Review. The day will include a keynote address by Minster for Financial Services Chris Bowen, & a panel examining the critical issue of Environmental, Social and Governance concerns in investment.
The forum is targeted at union and member appointed trustees from corporate, industry and public sector funds. Industrial officers, organisers and elected officials with an interest in or responsibility for superannuation are also encouraged to attend. This annual event attracts around 100 key union trustee and senior decision makers from our funds.
Date: Thursday 29 July, 2010
Location: ANF, 1st Level, 540 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne.
Registration: $125
For more information please contact Debbie Gower on
dgower@actu.asn.au
This event is proudly supported by Members Equity Bank and Superpartners
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There has been a lot said about Tony Abbott's credibility but it isn’t difficult to see past his tricky words of “flexibility” and workplace “freedom” for their real meaning.
Can we really afford to go backwards now?
Since launching the " WorkChoices. Whatever the name, never again!" campaign we've been out there telling as many Australians as possible about Tony Abbott's plans to bring back WorkChoices. In the past week we've launched new radio and newspaper advertisements to tell even more Australians about his plans.
To read this article visit the
Your Rights At Work website.
You can help out now by downloading our A5 leaflet and letterboxing your local neighbourhood; spreading the word about our radio and newspaper ads; watching our YouTube videos; and by joining up to the campaign to get regular updates and details of what else you can do.
WorkChoices. Whatever the name, never again!
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