CWU Central Branch, Communication Workers Union NSW ACT QLD SA NT WA

13/10/2026

Fantastic morning out at Arundel Delivery Centre on the Gold Coast today! Great to catch up with members and see the recently renovated facilities. The improvements are the result of members standing behind Hank, their AUR, who engaged with local management to secure better amenities. A great example of CWU members having a strong local voice and working collectively for positive change. 💪👏

12/10/2026

Always good to catch up with members today at the Gold Coast Parcel Facility. Plenty of good conversations with members and prospective members at a site at the heart of some significant growth for Australia Post.

01/10/2026

☀️ A positive outcome for CWU members at Australia Post, with new UPF50+ rated outdoor hi-vis shirt options to be made available to order next week. Earlier this year, National Secretary Shane Murphy raised concerns regarding the sun protection claims associated with a new batch of shirts, ultimately leading to the shirts' withdrawal. Thanks to members who raised concerns, helping ensure this important health and safety issues was properly addressed.

Members will recall that earlier this year the CWU raised serious concerns regarding the sun protection claims associated with a new batch of Australia Post issued hi-vis polo shirts. Following direct representations made by Branch Secretary Shane Murphy, Australia Post immediately withdraw the garm...

24/09/2026

The final wage increase secured by members under EBA11 is now in full effect. As we prepare for bargaining for the next EBA in 2027, growing our Union's strength will be critical to securing the next pay rise and protecting your rights at work.

A 4% wage rise at Australia Post became effective from the first full pay period, this month. This CPI-exceeding wage increase was secured through the EBA11 outcome that members overwhelmingly voted to lock in during the last round of bargaining in 2024. Importantly, this isn’t a one-off payment, ...

22/09/2026

Tumut, NSW is known as the gateway to the Snowies. At the Tumut Post Office, they’re known for being 100% Union and proud to be CWU!

21/09/2026

Branch Secretary Shane Murphy met with members at SGF today on Post’s proposed Beumer robotics trial and the involvement of a Local Working Group made up of CWU members to oversee and review the trial.

17/09/2026

Missed our free superannuation webinar with Australian Retirement Trust, or want to watch it again?

A recording of the session is now available for members. The strong turnout highlighted just how important retirement and superannuation information is to our members, and we're already planning more sessions in the future.

10/09/2026

On 24 June, matters concerning Australia Post's Retail Network, with a particular focus on LPOs, was referred to a Senate Inquiry. The CWU has made a submission to the Inquiry and is willing to give evidence in-person, at a public hearing, should it be called to do so. Our submission, which has now been published by the Committee, can be downloaded by clicking below.

On 24 June 2026, the Senate’s Environment and Communications References Committee referred the management of, and plans for, Australia Post’s Retail Network, with a particular focus on Licensed Post Offices, for inquiry and report.

06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads and father figures across our CWU membership family! Thank you for everything you do to support, guide, and inspire the generations who follow you. We hope you enjoy your day.

29/08/2026

Representing members at the QLD ALP conference today