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Member BenefitsBooklet 2014/2015

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Protecting and improving our members’ jobs, pay and working conditions are our TOP PRIORITIES.

Workers on our Agreements are, on average, $180 per week better off than workers in non-union workplaces.

The working conditions we have fought long and hard for are also superior.

Maintaining your job security and safety at work are also enormously important.

Hurt yourself at work and we will be there to make sure you receive your full entitlements.

And our new Frequent Values Program outlined in this booklet offers you and your family MANY extra services and benefits.

Use our services wisely and you will easily save the cost of your TWU membership fees.

If we can assist you in any way, please call us on

✆1800 657 477

Best Wishes

Tim DawsonState Secretary

Extra benefits for you and your family

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Better Pay & Conditions

Workers on TWU negotiated agreements earn a lot more money than those who aren’t.

Weekly wages are $180 higher and casualization is 60% lower in strong union yards.

Dismissals are also a third of the level of non-union sites.

Our organisers, lawyers and industrial experts ensure you are paid your full entitlements including.

Underpayment of Wages & Entitlements

The TWU makes sure you receive all your entitlements including:

• Overtimerates

• Publicholidayrates

• OvertimeMealAllowances

• Shiftloadings

• OvernightAllowances

• Superannuation

• Uniformsandsafetyboots

• Redundancyprovisions

• LongServiceLeave

• AnnualLeaveloading

People on dodgy NON-UNION deals miss out on many of these entitlements.

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Job Protection

Union members have far greater job security than people NOT in unions.

If you are NOT in the TWU you are very vulnerable. Your boss can sack you unfairly and YOU HAVE NO BACK-UP.

With no union protection it’s generally “Out the gate mate” – no goodbyes and often NO ENTITLEMENTS.

The TWU is like insurance – you never know when you might need us.

Disciplinary Hearings

If you are in trouble at work we will intervene on your behalf and represent you in disciplinary hearings, etc.

If you are unfairly dismissed our lawyers will fight for your reinstatement in the industrial courts.

PROTECT your job security - join the TWU today.

Workers Compensation - If you are injured at work

You could fall victim to a serious workplace accident at any time. As a TWU member, it’s nice to know our lawyers, organisers and industrial experts will be there to help you with.

• Hold-upswithweeklypaymentsandmedicalexpenses

• Problemswithmedicalclaims

• Lumpsumredemptions

• Commonlawclaims

We ensure you receive your full workers compensation entitlements.

If – as often happens - an employer’s insurance company contests your claim our lawyers will go into bat for you.

Membership Services

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Wholesale Grocery Shopping

TWU members and their families gain free entry – all-year-round - to the massive Cash & Carry Warehouses at

• Balcatta

• Cannington

Simply present your current TWU Membership Card at reception to gain entry and buy cheaper.

Your Partner will also be able to use your card to access the warehouses which are normally restricted to shopkeepers and business owners.

Discount Movie Tickets

For you and your family- TWU members have access to discount tickets at over 20 cinemas.

A family of two adults and two children can save up to $20 each time they go to the pictures.

Members also receive VIP Discounts at Adventure World and the Rottnest Island ferries.

Call SmartClub on ✆9330 0784

$5000 Funeral Benefit

This benefit is to assist families of TWU members in difficult times.

• Payableifthedeceasedwasafinancial member at the time of death and had been continuously so for more than one year.

• A$1000FuneralBenefitispayable if the deceased was a financial member at the time of death and had been continuously so for less than one year.

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Free Will drawn up by our solicitors

Our lawyers will assist you to draw up a free will.

This offer applies where the entire estate is bequeathed to either children or the spouse.

Special discounted rates apply on more complex wills and for spouses.

Extraordinary Licence Applications

If you lose your licence our lawyers will assist you with an ExtraordinaryLicenceApplication.

They will help you prepare your application and represent you in court.

The TWU will pay the full cost of the lawyers. You will only have to pay the standard court fees.

Owner Driver Tribunal Representation

The Tribunal was set up to give owner-drivers access to a low-cost dispute resolution process. We use it to resolve disputes over contracts and payment, etc.

UnderWAlawsownerdriversmustbepaidWITHIN14DAYS unless there is a written contract in place and then itis30DAYSMAX.

Our lawyers and industrial officers help owner-driver members to prepare and present their cases to the Tribunal – FREE of CHARGE.

We know how the system works and we have achieved excellent results for drivers.

Owner-Driver RatesThe TWU relentlessly pursues the payment of safe-sustainable rates for owner-drivers.

We can act as your bargaining representative and have an excellent track record of improving rates.

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Income Protection Cover*Many of our union enterprise agreements now include income protection insurance.

This covers eligible members for sickness andaccident24hours–7daysaweek.

For more details on this benefit please speak to the TWU organiser who looks after your area. Or call the TWU on 1800 657 477.

TWU Legal Services

“It costs you nothing to talk to a TWU lawyer”

Call 1800 657 477 for an appointment

TWU members have ready access to a comprehensive range of expert legal services. Many of these services come free of charge, other are heavily discounted.

We have a special arrangement with Australia’s leading law firm Slater & Gordon who deal with all areas of law.

We work together to ensure that you and your family receive quality legal back-up when you need it.

Our members are entitled to a FREE initial consultation with Slater & Gordon on any matter including:

• PersonalInjuryClaimsNOWIN–NOFEE.

• MotorVehicleClaims.

• FamilyLawDisputes.

• CriminalLaw,Etc.

This initial appointment will not be limited to a prescribed time limit.

For a FREE consultation – on the phone or in person – call the TWU and we will arrange a referral.

For more details on our legal service ask for our Legal Services Brochure.

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Safe Workplaces

If your workplace is unsafe let us know confidentially and we will conduct a Full Safety Audit.

We have comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

We will also ensure your employer provides you with all the necessary protective equipment and clothing including SAFETY BOOTS.AndwemaintainYOUREMPLOYERshouldpayfor this essential gear.

Your Health & Safety is a TWU TOP PRIORITY

Superannuation

Planning for your retirement is very important and we have a Superannuation Officer employed at our Perth office to assist you with TWUSUPER matters including:

• RollingyouroldsuperaccountsintoTWUSUPER.

• Checkingaddressestoensureyoureceiveyoursuperstatement telling you how much you have and how your investment is performing.

• Checking‘preferred beneficiaries’ (people you nominate to receive your TWUSUPER benefit if you pass away).

Call 1800 657 477 to talk to our local Superannuation LiaisonOfficer.Orcall1800 222 071 Free Call to speak with TWUSUPER direct.

Financial Services

TWU members have access to Members Equity Bank products including first class home loans and investment loans at very competitive interest rates, low fees and without gimmicks.

And all the other normal bank services, like credit cards, personal loans and savings accounts.

Call members equity on 13 15 63 for more information, or log onto their website at: www.mebank.com.au

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Metal Building Products

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•Gutters •Downpipes,Etc.

For Housing, Sheds, Patios, Etc.

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BIG DISCOUNTS on Quality Steel Building Products

Funeral Directors

✆ 9231 5199

10% DISCOUNT on Funeral Services

for TWU members and their families including Pre-Paid Funerals*.*Thediscountiscalculatedat10%onnormalpricesandcoversall service fees, all goods provided and all sundry disbursements relating to the funeral.

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Wholesale Grocery Shopping

TWU members can use their membership card to obtain fantastic savings at WA’s two Cash & Carry strictly wholesale stores

BALCATTA:8GeddesSt,CANNINGVALE:BaileRd

www.cashandcarrywa.com.au

✆ 9309 1303

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Bunbury 9721 3411

Home Settlement Agency

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30% OFF Standard Settlement FeesA family run business that gives excellent service.

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Music Instruments

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10% OFF all Music Instruments, Spare Parts, Accessories and Sheet Music.

Paint

25%-40% OFF PaintTaubmans Trade Centres

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TWU Discounts

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Tyres

Osborne Park

Belmont

Claremont

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Richards

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Tickets

✆9330 0784 and quote your TWU number

TWU members have access to discount tickets all-year-round at over 20 cinemas.

A family of two adults and two children can save up to $20 each time they go to the pictures”

Ace Cinemas, Greater Union, Hoyts, Grand Cinemas, ReadingCinemaandLunacinemasareallinvolved.

Members also receive VIP discounts at Adventure World and on the Rottnest Express and Rottnest Fast Ferries.

Tickets will be posted to you on the day you order them.

Save up to 40% on tickets to the Movies& Adventure World

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Truck & Trailer Parts

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You must show your TWU card to receive discounts

Work Wear & Safety Gear

✆ 9356 3111 or 13 21 00

Their huge range of work wear, protective clothing and road protective equipment that is second to none.

ORRONG ROAD (Cnr Pilbara St),WELSHPOOL

Show your TWU card to get 10% OFF

TWU Discounts

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