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Congratulations to every FSU member on achieving real improvements to our work conditions. This result was only possible because we stood together. We now have a pay increase that actually keeps pace with the cost of living as well as improved access to flexibility. 

Together, we have significantly improved pay at BUPA and delivered a number of improvements to conditions. These include:

• A guaranteed 13% pay increase over three years for all employees who fall under the base Zone 6 salary threshold of $82,019. This is in addition to the usual variable payments (bonuses) that will continue to be provided to all employees. 
   
• A guaranteed 9.5% pay increase to employees who fall above the base Zone 6 threshold which again is in addition to the existing variable pay component. 
   
• Hybrid working arrangements recognised in the EA for the first time. 
   
• The introduction of two days paid First Nations leave and an allowance for public holiday substitution for cultural/religious purposes.
   
• An increase to 14 weeks for paid parental leave and for superannuation to be provided for all periods of paid parental leave.
   
• The introduction of 10 days paid gender affirmation leave plus 12 months of unpaid leave for employees who are affirming their gender.

Next steps

The agreement will now be submitted to the Fair Work Commission for final approval. Once approved, our EA will commence. 

This win shows us what we can accomplish when we work together and make our voices heard! 

To continue achieving great outcomes like this into the future, we need to make sure union members continue to be strong and active across BUPA – so if you’re not yet an FSU member, now is the time to join!

If you’re already a member, ask a colleague to join the team that’s winning for you today.