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Supporting our members in crisis NTEU members in Queensland and New South Wales are currently experiencing extraordinary flooding events. For some, this is resulting in the loss of homes, uprooting families and causing trauma. On 2 March 2022, NTEU sent an email to all NSW and QLD members to acknowledge the immediate and dramatic losses experienced and to offer support.
Emergency Relief Grants and other support Given that many needs are immediate, the Union is making available NTEU Emergency Grants of up to $1,000 for members who have suffered loss of their home, or other significant financial hardship. In addition, members who are suffering financial hardship can apply to the General Secretary for relief from paying union dues for up to 3 months. If you are in this position, please email Flood.Relief@nteu.org.au with your details and we will be in touch as soon as possible. NTEU has already received a number of applications and is considering each application and sending a quick response.
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The grants are intended to provide emergency relief for people in immediate hardship. The intention is to support people in emergency situations who do not have the resources to manage. It is not intended to compensate for loss of income or costs of a clean-up per se. But for those with significant costs who can manage, but are concerned about their ability to pay for the cleanup, we are offering fee waivers for 3 months, or up to 6 months if there is a need to consider a longer period.
Assistance on associated employment matters Further, any member needs who support securing leave or problems associated with your employment should contact your NTEU Branch or Division Office for assistance.
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Donations If you would like to make a donation to assist with the flood recovery efforts, please visit the Australian Red Cross to make your contribution. ◆ Australian Red Cross redcross.org.au
