Maritime Union of Australia - Tasmanian Branch

23/06/2026

21/06/2026

The MUA Tasmanian Branch is proud to announce the inaugural Battle of the Ports football round between the Devonport Football Club and the Burnie Football Club.

This exciting initiative was brought forward by MUA member and Devonport player Clint Matthews, with the aim of creating a strong community and industry partnership that celebrates the proud maritime and port history of Tasmania’s North West Coast while supporting grassroots football, local clubs and
regional communities.

The Battle of the Ports is intended to become an annual event, recognising the historic connection between our ports, maritime industries, workers and local sporting communities.

Event Details
📅 Saturday, 8 August 2026
🕠 Game Starts: 5:30pm
📍 Devonport Football Club

The MUA encourages all members, families and supporters to come along and support this great community event!

The MUA will also be presenting the Battle of the Ports Winners Cup, along with Best on Ground Medals for one player from each team!

MUA members will receive:
Free entry to the match
Free drink package

Important – MUA Wristbands Required

To access the free entry and drink package members must collect an official MUA wristband prior to the event.

Wristbands are available from the MUA Office – Shop 3/59 Wright Street East Devonport.

Please contact the office on (03) 6427 8144 if you have any questions or require assistance obtaining your wristband.

21/06/2026

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We can't wait to hear from you!

18/06/2026

Have you noticed our new look?

We’ve been busy making changes, but our service and values have stayed the same.

Always member owned, always standing with you.

Follow us on our Unity Bank page to keep up to date.

Learn more at www.unity.bank/newbrand

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

Qube has come out in opposition to high-risk licensing for maritime crane operators.

Every crane driver in our community holds a licence, yet Qube does not believe its employees, or other wharfies and seafarers in one of the most dangerous and dynamic industries, deserve the same standard.

Safe Work Australia must reject profit-first arguments from corporations that put workers’ lives at risk.

Follow the link in the comments below to see the MUA submission to Safe Work Australia.

17/06/2026

New MUA Merchandise available at the branch - Australian Made using local Aussie Business Bluegum.

11/06/2026

The branch is very sad to hear the passing of Ray (Stump) Hill on 18/05/2026.

Ray was a long time MUA member & stevedore in King Island. Ray first joined the MUA in 1972 before his departure in 2004. Ray was a much beloved comrade in King Island, Currie and was adored by all those who knew him.

We pass on our sincere condolences to Ray's family and friends.

Vale comrade Raymond (Stump) Hill.