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- Fatality at Mammoth Underground
The Mining and Energy Union was shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Jeffery Palmer on 2 January at Mammoth Underground mine in… Read more: Fatality at Mammoth Underground - Farewell Message – Tony Maher
Dear Members, As I prepare to finish my term as General President at the end of this year, I have found myself reflecting on what… Read more: Farewell Message – Tony Maher - Christmas message and office closures
To all of our members, both long-term and new, we wish you a safe and happy Christmas period. If you’re working over the holidays, please stay alert and well-rested –… Read more: Christmas message and office closures - Workers now have access to paid Family & Domestic Violence Leave
As part of the suite of law reforms introduced by the Albanese Government, all workers covered by the national system in Australia – whether full-time, part-time or… Read more: Workers now have access to paid Family & Domestic Violence Leave - 2025 – a year of success
As the year draws to a close, it’s high time to reflect on the year that was for the Mining and Energy Union. 2025 has been a year of action… Read more: 2025 – a year of success