For the workers
Join the nearly 2 million strong member movement that works as hard as you do.
Join Your Union
This will only take a few minutes! Your union is ready to welcome you to the movement winning better wages, reliable jobs and lasting change.
Support when you need it
Be sure you stay in control if things go wrong at work. As a union member you know that you’re protected with the best employment legal advice, as well as support and info on workplace rights.
Higher wages, reliable work
Union members campaign for higher wages for everyone, but union members also earn on average $312 more per week, than non-union members.
Better work and society for all
So many of the basic rights that workers and all Australians receive is due to hard-won campaigns by union members: Medicare, JobKeeper, annual leave, paid parental leave and more!
The Australian union movement has always worked towards big, important and permanent changes that benefit all workers. Time and time again, we’ve proven that change is more than an idea – it is an action we take every day. That's why I'm inviting you to join almost two million union members today.
Sally McManus, ACTU Secretary Ready to take control of your work life?
With the strength of almost 2 million members, we have a major say in shaping the future of work for all. Beyond this, your union will provide advice, support, and tools you need to fulfil your goals – wherever you are in your working life.
Real Action
Support for your career
Higher wages
Apply to join your union
Join the almost two million workers coming together to change work and society for the better. Together we can take action to drive real change. That means better wages than non-union members, the workplace conditions you deserve and support standing by if anything goes wrong.
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Provide your details
We need a few details like who you are and where you work. Don't worry, everything you tell us is completely confidential.
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Confirm your union
There's a union for every industry and occupation. We'll confirm which union covers your workplace or industry.
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Enjoy benefits today
Get your first month’s membership up and running to start enjoying the benefits of belonging today.
We are so proud of what union members have achieved together, and we are ready to achieve so much more. Every day, union members stand together to prove that change is more than talk – it's action we take every day. Be part of the change by joining with almost two million other union members as we act to improve the lives all working people.
Michele O'Neil, ACTU President Fees to fit your circumstances
Apprentices, contractors, casuals, part-timers: Australian unions have the interests of all workers in mind, so many will provide specific fees to accommodate your role or position. And of course, membership fees are completely tax-deductible.