AMWU - Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union

03/09/2026

Building the next generation of militant union leaders. Strategic. Analytical. Organised. Ready to win a just future for working people.

Learn more about AMWU delegate training: https://www.amwu.org.au/delegates

03/09/2026

We're proud to present our inaugural Award of Recognition to AMWU member Eddie Dowling.

Eddie turned 87 this year and joined the AMWU when he was just 18 – that's a whopping 69 years as an AMWU member ✊ A former boilermaker by trade, he's been proudly standing up for workers and advancing the interests of working class people for many years, and we're proud to recognise his achievements.

Onya Eddie, you make us proud ✊

03/09/2026

The future of the union movement is built by workers who organise, campaign and lead.

AMWU officials and officers gathered with more than 700 unionists at the Australian Unions Momentum Conference, to strengthen campaigns, grow our movement and fight for better outcomes for working people ✊

01/09/2026

We're unlocking new opportunities for women to build careers in the print industry. The AMWU’s Breaking Barriers program is partnering with the Visual Media Association (VMA) to offer new apprenticeship and training opportunities.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/BreakingBarriersVMA

31/08/2026

Thank you Sally ✊

20/08/2026

Bell Bay Aluminium is threatening to close because Hydro Tasmania extend their contract. This comes only weeks after the local manganese smelter went into liquidation.

More is at stake than just the 550 direct jobs if Bell Bay Aluminium shuts down. Hundreds of Metal Trade and manufacturing jobs are at risk.

Local engineering companies rely on, supply, and contract to Bell Bay Aluminium. 250 jobs have already been lost. Any more losses will be devastating for the Metal Trades and Industry in the North.

Hydro Tasmania was established to support industry, jobs and the economy, and it's time that purpose was put to use rather than argued over.

We call on the Tasmanian Government to stop the blame game and act to protect these jobs before more of the North's industrial base is lost for good.

Sign the petition now

Every job lost at Bell Bay Aluminium will ripple out through workshops, contracting businesses, and the wider community. The future of manufacturing and Metal Trades in northern Tasmania hinges on the continued operation of the industry in Bell Bay.  The government has the means and ability to....

14/08/2026

Choosing an industry superfund can mean a huge difference in your retirement balance.

Here's why it matters for your future.

12/08/2026

Workers need a housing system that works for them. The Housing
Charter is four reforms to build one. Our Right to a Home.

See the plan: https://thehousingcharter.com.au

09/08/2026

Workers need a housing system that works for them. The Housing Charter is four reforms to build one. Our Right to a Home.

05/08/2026

Modular housing is faster, affordable, higher quality, and more energy efficient. Government-backed manufacturing based here in Australia means secure unionised jobs with fair wages and safe conditions. Better homes and better jobs, built together.

See the plan: https://thehousingcharter.com.au