The first two weeks of May saw a concentrated round of negotiations between the CEPU, CPSU and management. The talks have been productive and very positive, canvassing a wide range of key issues. Progress has been made on a number of key issues, including;  ·       Dispute resolution – where Australia Post has agreed to full arbitration ·       Resolving our outstanding concerns regarding

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It is with sadness that we learn of the passing of Doug Irwin last Saturday, following a long battle with illness. Doug was aged 59. Doug was a full time officer of the CEPU NSW Postal and Telecommunications Branch until his early retirement in July 1999. Doug’s primary employment with Australia Post was at a Postal Clerk level that ultimately

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The CEPU has condemned Telstra’s latest plans to cut 900 operations staff from its workforce during the next financial year. Telstra’s decision to slash jobs will see approximately 1 in 16 skilled employees removed from supplying quality service to Telstra customers. CEPU NSW Assistant Secretary Shane Murphy slammed the future job cuts which the union claims will severely impact on

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The CEPU is continuing to meet with Telstra to attempt to resolve outstanding pay issues in the proposed EA. Further discussions took place on 12th April. At this meeting the CEPU also requested a copy of a draft agreement which Telstra has prepared.  The union has subsequently received a copy of this document. While the document contains matters on which

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Members would be aware that the CEPU has fought Post’s decision to introduce Mercedes vans without side windows because they present a risk to the health and safety of members and the general public.  Post has resisted our calls to retrofit the vans with side windows, to improve driver visibility.  To recap, the CEPU: – Banned members driving the vehicles

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The Managing Director of Australia Post gave a clear and open presentation on the opportunities as well as the significant changes faced by the business and what Australia Post is doing to resolve those challenges. Importantly, he made the firm commitment to work with the CEPU and CPSU to find the best solutions for employees and the business. Australia Post

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Members would already be aware of Telstra’s self labelled “final final offer”.  The CEPU has been holding discussions with members across the state to communicate the details of this offer and obtain members’ feedback. The details of Telstra’s offer so far    ·     Pay increases of 2% plus a 2.5% sign on bonus in 2009, 2% in July 2010, 2% in

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The CEPU has been alerted by the media to secret talks held between Australia Post and some local councils in Queensland regarding the introduction of Community Mail Boxes in newly developed estates. We’ve also received a slide pack outlining what was being considered – which you can download here.While we know the MD is committed to improving consultation, it’s obvious

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The CEPU, CPSU and Australia Post have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), outlining a framework for negotiations to achieve a new Fair Work Agreement. The MOU is a result of recent discussions between Australia Post, the CEPU and CPSU. The MOU is a major step forward in building a stronger relationship between Australia Post and the CEPU and CPSU,

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ACTU Member Connect and ME Bank, proudly present the 2010 NRL and AFL Footy Tipping Comp for Union members. It’s free for CEPU members to join the online tipping comp. This year there is a total of $2000 in prizes up for grabs with the highest tipster in each competition in the running to win a $1000 InterestME savings account

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