Livewire Summer 2022. Official publication of ETU NSW & ACT

SUMMER 2022 OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ELECTRICAL TRADES UNION

2022 was a very special year for the ETU and our members. We commemorated 120 years since our great union was founded by 37 electricians at Trades Hall, Sydney.

The finale was a gala dinner attended by hundreds of ETU delegates, life members, officials and special guests. There was a lot of proud history in that room, and a lot of promise for the future.

The ETU NSW & ACT is today in our strongest position for generations. In challenging times for unions, we are growing with substantial recruitment month after month. More members are becoming active in the union, the best stepping up as ETU delegates. This year we got our delegate training back on track with monthly courses.

The ETU is growing in every major industry because we are working hard to deliver what electrical workers need: safe workplaces, the best pay and conditions, and the integrity of our trade. Our strongest growth sector is construction and contracting. In 2022, construction members emerged as the ETU NSW & ACT’s largest single cohort with more than 5,000 members.

There is plenty more growth ahead – and a bigger, stronger union benefits all ETU members.

We saw a strong EBA campaign this year from more than 1,000 ETU members at Sydney Trains. After 13 months of industrial action, the ETU won improvements. Along the way, a new generation of workplace leaders emerged.

This determined effort in rail follows good outcomes at the big power companies and numerous smaller sites. When we stick together and fight smart, we win.

Industrial relations reform from the Labor Federal Government will put more wind in the ETU’s sails. The first tranche of legislation introduced the option of multi-employer bargaining, which may assist the ETU’s efforts in the renewable and other sectors. We look forward to further reform in 2023, including ‘same job, same pay’ laws, which should put the brakes on unethical use of

I thank every ETU member for your support this year. Please enjoy the festive season with your loved ones.

METRO’S ‘APPALLING’

The Sydney Metro is plagued by safety fails as the NSW Government recklessly rushes the project ahead of the March 2023 election.

ETU members stopped work in October after workers were not supplied with correct PPE while stripping cables.

The Guardian exposed multiple incidents when a whistleblower alleged safety may have been compromised to meet deadlines and budgets.

A 30-tonne trailer ran out of control for 1.5 kilometres through unfinished Metro tunnels. ‘A breach of a basic train safety principle,’ said the regulator. Workers on site escaped only because they were on a break.

The Guardian listed two collapses during Metro-related demolition in Parramatta, the collision of three large rail trucks in a tunnel, and a dangerous near-miss when Metro scaffolding slipped on a truck.

The ETU demanded action after an escalator being installed fell four floors at Martin Place station, narrowly missing workers. Safework NSW issued four Prohibition Notices. The ETU again spoke out when a labourer was seriously injured after a hoist failed on Metro Pitt St.

The whistleblower revealed the NSW Government placed huge pressure to speed up works with the project massively over-budget. An early opening of the Chatswood-Sydenham stage could boost the Perrottet Government’s chances of re-election in March.

ETU secretary Allen Hicks said no worker should be put at risk for political gain. ‘The Metro is a huge governmentfunded project with an appalling safety record. It’s a miracle there has not yet been a fatality.

‘The ETU will continue to monitor and enforce safety to protect our members and all Metro workers.’

ETU

ETU

WARD ON THE TONGS AT THE CLUB

The talks come after more than a thousand ETU members packed a mass meeting in Sydney’s CBD.

They endorsed a log of claims for the next round of EBAs and pledged to back demands up with industrial action, if required.

The current construction EBAs expired on 31 October. The ETU has geared up for a major campaign to improve conditions and secure the value of wages.

ETU Secretary Allen Hicks said the union has increased the number of organisers in the construction sector and strengthened its legal team

‘We have ensured the union is in the best possible position with adequate resources to achieve the best outcomes for members.’

The ETU seeks a three-year agreement that delivers a 17% pay rise and increased leave for workers. Other key claims include improved redundancy paid into the Protect trust, enhanced job security, ‘same job, same pay’ provisions and stronger delegate and HSR rights.

The Power Up EBA campaign for 2022 builds on the significant gains won by ETU members in the 2019 campaign.

ETU officials, delegates and members fought hard to increase the wages and conditions of members in the construction sector over the last three years.

Monthly ETU delegates meetings are well attended. Remarkable

growth has seen the union’s construction sector increase to well over 5,000 members.

‘There is a strong groundswell of support and a growing membership base keen to take whatever steps are required to deliver improved wages and conditions for electrical workers,’ said ETU Secretary Allen Hicks.

‘It is an exciting time to be part of the NSW & ACT branch. The next round of EBAs will deliver significant improvements to ETU members and their families.

‘I’m confident that the outcomes we deliver will help address the soaring cost of living, stop the exploitation of labour hire workers, improve members work/life balance, and finally address the disparity experienced by

HICKS SECRETARY ETU NSW & ACT

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ETU

TO PAY ETU $100,000 COURT ORDERS BUILDER

Justice Goodman imposed penalties for three 2020 contraventions of Sections 501 and 502 of the Fair Work Act, which relate to right of entry. Employees of Richard Crookes Construction, a major builder, had either obstructed, delayed or denied entry to ETU organisers Antony Stegic and Lawrie Duff at the Opera Residences site on Macquarie St. Significant penalties were imposed because the contravening conduct was ‘flagrant and deliberate’.

The third and most serious contravention saw a security guard barge into Lawrie Duff to prevent his entry, on the instructions of a Richard Crookes manager.

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The penalties to be paid to the ETU are $20,000, $35,000 and $45,000.

ETU Secretary Allen Hicks said ‘this great result sends a clear message to employers in the construction sector. You must not hinder, deny or obstruct our officials in the course of exercising their lawful right of entry’.

The ETU construction team continues to monitor and enforce safety across sites in NSW and the ACT.

THANKS KYLE

The ETU farewells delegate Kyle Batty who made a lifestyle change into a new industry.

Kyle was an outstanding delegate for contractor Stowe. ETU organiser Chris Pappas said: ‘We wish Kyle all the best. He is a great workplace leader with strong union values liked by all.’

THANKS FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION, KYLE.

monthly meetings, ETU delegates compiled and endorsed in-principle a log of claims for the next round of EBAs in Sydney construction. Delegates discussed a range of industry issues with ETU Secretary Allen Hicks, Assistant Secretary Fred Barbin and the ETU construction crew.

The Federal Court ordered Builder Richard Crookes must pay $100,000 to the ETU.

KYLE BATTY ETU DELEGATE

CHRIS PAPPAS ETU ORGANISER

members employed by Fredon at WestConnex Rozelle Interchange held a spirited mass meeting. ETU Assistant Secretary Fred Barbin and organiser Antony Stegic presented on the EBA log of claims and upcoming infrastructure projects. Protect severance fund field officers were on hand.

ETU DELEGATES

BUILD POWER

ETU senior delegates and officials from all Branches and industries met in Sydney for the union’s National Delegates Conference. Conference workshops saw delegates share experiences and insights and collaborate on strategies to address common challenges.

CONTRACTING GROWTH

Senior delegates and organisers, including ETU NSW & ACT Assistant Secretary Fred Barbin, pooled their experiences at the ETU National Delegates Conference.

The conversation focused on practical strategies that will win for members and meet challenges across the ETU’s strongest growth sector.

FRED BARBIN ASSISTANT SECRETARY

ETU FUTURE LEADERS

Apprentices from across the ETU enjoyed two days of lively discussion.

Led by ETU National Technical Officer Sarah Brunton, the group covered issues around trade training, apprentice support, mental health and union building.

Power delegates grill REGULATOR

Power sector delegates grilled Australian Energy Regulator (AER) deputy chair Jim Cox.

Issues raised included poor consultation with workers, insufficient funding and regulation to ensure proper maintenance of the failing grid, rewarding companies for underspending on maintenance, increased safety risks for consumers and workers, and energy companies price gouging for jobs in small rural towns.

Focus on lift safety

Lift industry delegates tackled safety issues, reviewed Australian standards and compared experiences across branches and companies.

The workshop thanked Keith Mackenzie for and David Mier for their massive contributions.

ETU women network

ETU women discussed the role of health and safety representatives, personal protective equipment, how to harness social media in campaigning, and building networks in male-dominated industries.

Industrial officers pow-wow

ETU industrial officers shared tips and knowledge on navigating the complex world of industrial law.

The group was briefed by the ACTU’s Tom Roberts and former Fair Work Deputy President Commission Peter Sams.

General Trade tags shipbuilding

General Trades delegates discussed protecting coverage in the rail industry and challenges in naval shipbuilding.

The group heard how the ETU exposed shipbuilding company Austal and won back $200k for temporary migrant workers.

ETU NSW celebrates in

style

Hundreds of ETU members and supporters celebrated in style at the ETU NSW 120 Years Gala Dinner.

Speakers included Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, NSW Opposition Leader Chris Minns, ETU Secretary Allen Hicks and ETU President Glen Potter.

Chris Minns pledged to introduce a new comprehensive electrical safety and regulation system, if Labor is elected at the NSW election in March 2023.

‘I affirm my Party’s commitment to establishing a robust, tri-partite oversight regime for the electrical industry. It will be one of the priorities of my government.’

Allen Hicks welcomed the commitment. ‘The policies adopted by Chris Minns and Labor represent genuine historic reform that the ETU has campaigned for over many years.’ Prime Minister Albanese congratulated the ETU on its achievements for members. He presented awards to the ETU Apprentice of the Year and finalists.

Guests at the dinner donated over $50,000 to the Isabella & Marcus Foundation, a children’s brain cancer research charity. The ETU encourages further donations which can be made at www.isabellaandmarcusfoundation.org

The ETU thanks CBUS and Protect, the Principal Sponsors of the 120 Year Gala Dinner, and other Sponsors Energy Skills Australia, Electrogroup, Hall Payne Lawyers, Chifley and Shark Island Brewery.

THANKS ALSO TO THE ETU LIFE MEMBERS, DELEGATES AND MEMBERS WHO HELPED MAKE THIS A NIGHT TO REMEMBER.

POWER DELEGATES

POWER SECTOR

PLAN TO WIN

Senior ETU delegates from five NSW and ACT power companies met to discuss key industry issues.

The full-day ETU Power Industry Delegates Conference focused on the need to align enterprise agreements across the sector. A gap analysis of differing rates and allowances was presented.

Representatives from Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Evoenergy, Essential Energy and Transgrid voted unanimously to continue the Transmission & Distribution Levy for the next 12 months.

ETU NSW & ACT Secretary Allen Hicks advised delegates that the union will employ a Power Industry Recruitment Officer focused on engaging with contractors and ASPs.

‘It was great to bring together our senior workplace leaders from across the industry for the first such in-person meeting since the pandemic,’ said ETU organiser Darran Miller.

‘We achieved some good outcomes through our industrial campaigns in 2021. The challenge now is to build on that strength and prepare for the next round of bargaining which will kick off in late 2023.’

DARREN MILLER ETU ORGANISER

ETU Assistant National Secretary Trevor Gauld briefed delegates on the Queensland ETU’s experience with a three-tier union structure comprising ETU organisers, senior power delegates and local delegates.

by Essential Energy helped rebuild the South Australian electricity network after it was smashed by freak storms.

ETU delegate Simon Davies and his Mudgee crew were in the Adelaide Hills for a week.

‘It was great to be able to help local communities. They were very welcoming.

‘We worked side-by-side with ETU South Australia members who are pretty much 100% union across SAPN and the contractors. Excellent to catch up and share the ETU spirit.’

FULL BENCH DECISION MEANS AUSGRID EMPLOYEES CAN RETURN TO WORK

Four ETU members who were stood down by Ausgrid since January 2021 have returned to work following an Appeal Decision from a Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission.

The Decision is damning of the process by which the company targeted 10 employees for work practices the company knew were commonplace among up to 150 other workers.

The Decision, which upheld two of eight grounds of Ausgrid’s Appeal against an earlier decision, closes a shameful chapter in the company’s history.

The ETU estimates that Ausgrid spent more than a million dollars on legal fees and wages.

The ETU welcomes the resolution that allowed

our members, employed as Operating Depot Supervisors and District Operators, to resume work with their heads held high.

Our union, especially the ETU legal team under Adam Jacka with organiser Darran Miller, devoted every resource required for more than 20 months to defend and support this group of senior workers.

We are proud to stand with our Ausgrid members and we will always do so.

A breakthrough in the long-running dispute came in late-November. The Combined Rail Unions and the company agreed to refer outstanding matters including wages for arbitration in the Fair Work Commission. Unions and management will conduct a road show to discuss the proposed EBA with workers across the network. Employees will then vote on the EBA.

The proposed EBA is a good outcome for ETU members regardless of any decision from Fair Work on wages. ETU delegates steered a disciplined, highly effective industrial campaign that won all major ETU-specific claims.

The introduction of an Electrical Safety Allowance will deliver between $78 and $130 per week for eligible ETU members. Significant improvements were achieved around LAHA, apprentices and classifications. ETU members will be entitled to more parental, compassionate and domestic violence leave, with breastfeeding mothers able to take paid breaks.

The NSW Government’s Wages Cap restricted the wages offer to just 5.5% plus superannuation over a two-year agreement. The ETU and other unions aim to get rid of the Wages Cap by throwing out the conservative State Government at the next election. Meanwhile the ETU will advocate strongly during Fair Work arbitration for a better pay rise.

Sydney Trains has already agreed to a $4,500 sign-on payment with the first pay rise backpaid to May 2022.

’This good outcome is a credit to every ETU member, our fantastic delegate group and the bargaining committee,’ said ETU organiser Tara Koot.

Hopefully Fair Work decides on fairer wage rises. But the EBA package as it stands is one ETU members can support.

RAIL BREAKTHROUGH FOR EBA VOTE DELEGATES SAY

Groundbreaking

‘It’s been a long road but a successful road to a groundbreaking EBA. The ETU’s campaign developed a new generation of delegates. It’s been a great learning process, particularly for our senior delegates on the bargaining committee. Organiser Tara Koot was tremendous. Let’s get this EBA voted up and signed.’

Glen Potter, ETU PRESIDENT

It’s a win

‘It’s a win. We don’t have the wages we want, but we’ve locked in all our major claims, with the possibility Fair Work will bump the wages up. The process was long and frustrating, but ETU members have shown a lot of resilience. Our people refused to take “no” for an answer. They continued to strive for better wages and conditions.’

Jesse Saville, BARGAINING DELEGATE

Good result

‘We’re happy to take this EBA to members. Our key ETU claims were signed off six months ago at the bargaining table. Arbitration is a good result for ETU members. This campaign has always been guided by members, from surveys, through meetings and our delegate structure. We’ve successfully addressed the issues raised by members.’

Alec Beville, BARGAINING DELEGATE

More than a thousand ETU members at Sydney Trains will vote on a proposed EBA after 13 months industrial action.

ETU rallied around 13 locked-out sparkies

The ETU rallied behind 13 electricians who were locked out in October by giant agribusiness Manildra for taking Protected Industrial Action during an EBA campaign.

The company’s extreme action came after ETU members applied legal bans to phones, computers and work vehicles. The locked-out workers immediately established a picket line outside Manildra’s Bomaderry plant. Support came from across the ETU, the wider union movement and the local community. After eight days, the 13 ETU members returned to work with their heads held high. ETU delegate Rhys Arnold said talks resumed and were making progress. The company improved its offer, however ‘it should be moving quicker’.

‘The lockout brought electricians closer together. Most of us had never taken Protected Industrial Action. The boys saw the impact action can have in pushing for a better outcome.’

Rhys thanked organiser Stewart Edward and all who supported the group. ‘IT

Dormakaba members set for EBA action

ETU members at multinational door company Dormakaba are prepared to take industrial action to achieve a significant uplift in conditions.

Sydney employees voted overwhelmingly to endorse Protected Industrial Action in a campaign that could extend to the company’s workers in Newcastle and Canberra. ETU delegate Jesse Dukes said the key issue was wages.

‘Dormakaba employees in NSW and the ACT do exactly the same work for the same company, but receive lower wages than our equivalents in Victoria and Queensland.’

Jesse, one of five delegates representing 50 ETU members, said the company was playing ‘hardball’ compared to previous agreements that delivered CPI plus 1% per annum.

Delegates working with ETU organiser Stewart Edward have a range of 24 legallyprotected bans, limitations and stoppages to choose from.

South 32 sparkies secure minimum 15% after 11-week campaign

ETU members at South 32’s Appin coal mine will pocket a minimum 15% pay rise over the next four years.

The workers could receive a total increase of up to 20%, depending on inflation, thanks to a ‘CPI backing’ clause in their new agreement. The EBA delivers guaranteed annual pay rises of 5/4/3/3% -- but the clause provides for increments up to 5% annually, depending on inflation. The outcome is the fruit of a determined industrial campaign that saw ETU members apply an 11-week overtime ban with other significant actions over six weeks.

‘We had total solidarity. Everyone stuck together, took the actions and got the good result,’ said ETU delegate Trent Healey.

Trent with fellow ETU delegates Lauren Jones and Nathan Roberts ‘made the difference’ said ETU organiser Stewart Edward.‘ This was a hard-fought campaign. The company tried different tactics to knock us over but we stayed strong and united.’

WAS AMAZING AND UPLIFTING TO SEE SUCH POWERFUL SOLIDARITY.’

A new EBA at lift company Schindler delivers a 12% pay rise and 1.5% more in super contributions for ETU members.

The three-year agreement sets a benchmark for the sector with Schindler employees enjoying industryleading pay and conditions. ETU delegate Dave Zieba said the outcome was ‘fair for both sides’.

‘It’s a reasonable result achieved without industrial action during uncertain economic times.’

Clayton Johnson, ETU delegate and Schindler’s Indigenous Liaison Officer, said the EBA is ‘a good win in today’s economic climate’. ETU organiser Mitch Johnston thanked the bargaining committee and congratulated union members for sticking together.

Mitch also had a message for the other major lift companies. ‘The pay and conditions in place at Schindler set the standard required to attract and retain quality skilled labour. Companies across the sector need to raise the bar or face a shortage of specialised electrical tradespeople.’

SOLIDARITY STRIKE WINS 15% AT KONE CANBERRA

ETU members at Kone lifts Canberra won a comprehensive victory after service division employees stopped work to support colleagues locked out by the company.

The solidarity strike forced management to concede on all key EBA demands tabled by the ETU.

The outcome is a three-year agreement that delivers: 15% pay rise

The union win came after an employer lockout backfired on management. Kone locked out indefinitely its Canberra lift installers division which consists of around 12 ETU members.

The company planned to keep its service division, which is essential to client

function, tapped the mat within days.

‘Kone thought they could divide the guys but that backfired. It only brought the guys closer together, said ETU organiser James Darton-

ETU members employed by Kone in Sydney have secured a 16.5% pay rise over 3.5 years.

Their new agreement also delivers a job security clause, an additional 0.5% superannuation and extended sick leave. Around 170 ETU members are covered by the EBA, which was voted up the day before the result of a successful Protected Action Ballot was announced. ETU delegate Nathan Giles said ‘the overall result is a good win for the

‘We would have liked more but this EBA strengthens our position and enhances our job security. We’ve got strong union membership and a platform to build on in the future.’

ETU organiser Mitch Johnston thanked the delegate team for their work and all ETU members for their support.

MITCH

JOHNSTON ETU ORGANISER

ORGANISER JIMMY DARTON-TURNER WITH KONE CANBERRA MEMBERS

INDUSTRIAL

Vales Point members

Secure 12% Jump

30 ETU members employed by Delta Electricity at Vales Point Power Station have secured a 12% increase to pay and allowances over three years.

Their new union agreement updates and clarifies numerous clauses applying to members of the ETU, MEU, AMWU and Professionals Australia.

A location allowance will deliver an immediate 26% improvement compared to previous allowances for technicians and operators.

ETU delegate Dave Treherne is a 40year veteran of the generation sector, previously working at the old coalfired Tallawarra site.

‘The new EBA gives us a decent wage increase, better conditions, improved access to leave – and it’s accessible in plain English.’

ETU organiser Brad McDougall welcomed the outcome and thanked Dave for his hard work as delegate.

Bega Cheese

Offers 12% to Avoid industrial Action

Bega Cheese offered a 12% pay rise after ETU members threatened an industrial campaign.

The company also agreed to a separate agreement covering maintenance workers when the next EBA comes around in three years. This was a key demand from around 30 ETU and AMWU members who are currently covered by a common agreement with the numerically-dominant meatworkers’ union.

‘This is a real breakthrough,’ said ETU organiser Matt McCann. ‘It means maintenance workers will be able to

Wind farm obstructs ETU organiser

Major energy company Elecnor was caught out obstructing lawful entry to an ETU organiser and exposing workers to risk of shock or electrocution.

Elecnor receives billions of dollars in state and federal funding for multiple renewable energy projects. The company attempted to deny ETU Central West organiser Nick Bligh entry to Flyers Creek Windfarm near Orange. Nick was responding to multiple reports from ETU members of unsafe conditions on site.

Police called by Elecnor acknowledged the ETU had a lawful right to visit the workplace. The episode worsened for the company when Safework NSW issued two notices ordering the company to rectify breaches that exposed workers to ‘electric shock or

First union EBA Delivers 8%+ More

Around 15 ETU members at ACE Engineered Convenor Solutions have negotiated an 8% pay rise in their first union agreement.

The two-year EBA delivers 5.5% in 2022 and 3% in 2023, plus a series of new and improved allowances. The agreement includes a new classification structure, union delegate rights and training, and above-award apprentice rates.

ETU member Ben Peck said workers had sought a union EBA because ‘we felt we were slipping behind wages and conditions at our competitors’. Employees contacted the ETU after the company, which is owned by Fenner Dunlop, failed to offer a wage rise for 18 months.

‘We’re pretty happy with the outcome. It’s brought us back in line with conditions at similar companies. It’s good to have everything properly documented in an official agreement. ETU organiser Brad McDougall was excellent!’

ACE is a specialist company mainly producing conveyor systems for the mining industry.

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DAVE TREHERNE

ETU DELEGATE

STEVE SAARINSEN ETU DELEGATE

ROB KELL ETU DELEGATE

Canberra water workers

set to escalate

Around 400 employees at Canberra water utility

Icon Water continue to press for a fair pay rise after voting down two company offers.

While negotiations continue, the company refuses to improve its wages offer of 3% per year. ETU organiser Matt McCann foreshadowed a renewed industrial campaign in the New Year if the dispute is not

12% Downer Service EBA

raises the bar

A union EBA secured a 12% pay rise and numerous improvements for around 20 ETU members at Downer Service.

ETU delegate Rob Kell said ‘the boys are all quite happy’ and grateful for the good work from ETU organiser Chris Pappas.

The three-year agreement includes annual 4% increases, boosts several allowances and pays all weekend overtime at doubletime.

Downer Service workers also achieved Protect severance fund and Chifley top-up insurance and enhanced delegate rights.

‘This EBA is in line with several others that have raised the bar when it comes to conditions for electrical workers in service divisions,’ said Chris Pappas.

‘The message from workers is loud and clear after 67% rejected the most recent offer. We need a decent increase that preserves the real value of wages.’

ETU delegate Dean West said employees ‘are disappointed that the business is dragging it out and avoiding a resolution’.

‘It’s damaged morale and relationships. The ETU has worked extremely hard to resolve this. Icon Water needs to do more to bridge the gap.’

Ups and downs are a normal part of investing

This year, we’ve seen investment markets respond to a range of global issues such as, rising inflation, the Russia/Ukraine crisis, and fresh waves of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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ETU DELEGATE TRAINING

The ETU provides full training and support to our workplace leaders.

Trainer Scott Wilson ensures ETU delegates get the required knowledge and skills at monthly classes across NSW & the ACT.

PICTURED ARE DELEGATES FROM ENDEAVOUR ENERGY, DOWNER SERVICE, SIEMENS, NILSEN, CITY ELECTRICAL, STOWE, ARA AND EQUANS.

PROUDLY UNION

The ETU has launched a member recognition program to thank long-standing members for their loyalty and support.

Eligible members will receive an official certificate of recognition, a badge or other union memorabilia. It’s something we can all look forward to on milestones such as 10, 20, 30, 40 and even 50 continuous years of ETU NSW & ACT Branch membership. Proudly ETU!

ETU SUPPORTS SCHOOL

The students of Mt Keira Demonstration School are one step closer to a new playground, thanks to an ETU Community Grant.

ETU member Reuben Viles and wife Stephanie are working with the school P & C to raise funds to replace condemned play equipment. An ETU Community Grant got their campaign off to a great start. ‘We’re so grateful! The ETU’s donation has lifted spirits and spurred everyone on. We hope to have the new playground in place next year,’ said Stephanie.

Find out more and apply for ETU Community Grants and ETU Scholarships: https://tinyurl.com/4bctfue9

AC/DC GUITAR STRAIGHT TO MAN CAVE

The signed AC/DC guitar will go straight to the man cave, said ETU competition winner Bill Fraser.

The Newcastle-based electrical fitter won the prize draw from all NSW & ACT Branch members who paid ETU fees for 2022/23 annually. ‘I’m stoked. It’s the first thing I’ve won in my life,’ said the Scotsman, who was born near Edinburgh, just 25 kilometres from former AC/DC singer Bon Scott. The 60-year-old joined the British electrical union 42 years ago as an apprentice. He’s been a loyal ETU member since 2006 when he started working for Ampcontrol in Australia. Bill will

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