Community First Credit Union: New EA covering merged workforce starting soon

15 April 2026

Negotiations are due to start soon at Community First Credit Union.

This will be the first time we negotiate a new Enterprise Agreement (EA) covering employees from Illawarra Credit Union, following the merger with Community First Credit Union. A key priority for us will be making sure there is a fair amalgamation of the existing Agreements, so that no one is left worse off.

This is our opportunity to shape the future of our pay and working conditions for the next few years.

An important caveat…

It's important to understand that there is only so much our union can do without all of us engaging in the process. Chances are, management isn’t going to hand us everything we want on a platter.

The main thing that will influence management’s position on key issues – including our pay – is whether you and your colleagues are engaged with what’s going on.

Here are some simple things you can do right now to set us up for success:

Join the FSU – the more union members we have, the better our chances are of negotiating a fair deal.
If you are a member, make sure your details are correct and read all updates you receive from the FSU.
Do your colleagues know what’s happening? Make sure they do – and if they’re not an FSU member, ask them to join.

More information will be coming your way soon. Together, let’s secure the pay and conditions we deserve at Community First Credit Union!

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