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The FSU and Bargaining Reps met with Suncorp and finally after 11 weeks of meetings the company presented their claim.
But, in a disappointing move Suncorp have sent their ‘proposal’ to all employees.
This...
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As a federal election is due to be held this year, the FSU is preparing to contact political parties to establish their position on the things that are important to you.
Take this opportunity to compile a wish list. What policies should...
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Coalition leader Tony Abbott says he is open to the prospect of re-regulating the banks.
The FSU has written to Mr Abbott, welcoming his comments and seeking the opportunity to meet with him. You can read a copy of the letter here.
One...
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Today marks the end of the $21,000 first home buyers grant, with a $7,000 reduction in the grant to take effect from tomorrow, October 1.
It is undeniable that the $21,000 on offer for first home buyers provided tremendous stimulus to the...
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Post your comments on our online forum, below.
What should government and the industry do to ensure we don’t miss the opportunity to build a better finance sector? How can we promote genuine competition while building sustainable...
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Six eminent economists have sent an open letter to the Treasurer, Wayne Swan, calling for an Inquiry into Australia’s banking system, including examining the need for a “People’s Bank”.
In the interests of providing...
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The Productivity Commission has established an Inquiry into Executive Remuneration. The union has recommended greater disclosure of executive performance pay criteria and pay relativity ratios, and end to short term incentive payments, and...
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In calling on employers in our sector to Invest in Australia, the FSU is seeking:
Real Choices for Workers - so you can decide what is best for you and your future
Skills Fund - to cover the cost of training,...
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Interest Rates Forum
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Tuesday, 19 August 2008
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How are interest rates affecting you at work? Have your targets been adjusted? Is it harder to sell credit products? Are you getting flack from customers over something you have no control over? If you work in the insurance sector, are interest...
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FSU has been monitoring staffing levels in two retail banking networks in recent months. What has been revealed is that there is a chronic shortage of relief staff for both planned and unplanned absences, and that some branches are in crisis.
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There is a growing emphasis by bank management on tying remuneration outcomes, even minimum pay adjustments, to sales targets in a community that is swimming in debt and facing rising interest rates.
Are you under debt stress at your...
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Apart from the loss of jobs and skills from the Australian finance sector that result from offshoring, and concerns about customer privacy, what effect does offshoring have on your ability to do your job? FSU has heard stories of delays and...
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