Maritime Union offers thanks to Jacinda Ardern
The Maritime Union has offered its thanks to Jacinda Ardern for her service to New Zealand, on her announcement she will be resigning as Prime Minister next month.
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Representing New Zealand maritime workers since 2002
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Get out and vote
Seafarers Ben and Byron are voting in the General Election in September 2014 and having their say about the Government.
To find out more about how you can vote or get your workmates, friends and family voting, visit the union website www.getoutandvote.org.nz
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Maritime Union continues to press Ports of Auckland over dirty politics activities
Maritime Union National President Garry Parsloe says Ports of Auckland management is trying to get off the hook from its
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Labour work and wages policy good for working people
Labour’s new policy on work and wages, announced today, is good for the working people of New Zealand.
Read MoreMaritime Union outlines 2011 election priorities
The Maritime Union of New Zealand says secure jobs, improved wages and conditions, national sovereignty, and major improvements to New Zealand’s maritime and transport policy are its election priorities.
Read MoreWorkers under threat from slack regulation of industry standards
The Maritime Union is warning that New Zealand workers are under threat due to lack of regulation and enforcement of standards in industry.
Read MorePolice surveillance a waste of time and money
The Maritime Union says police have better things to do than expending major resources on running surveillance operations on union pickets and political groups.
Read MoreMaritime Union thanks Sue Bradford for her support for workers
The Maritime Union of New Zealand has thanked Green MP Sue Bradford, who announced her resignation from Parliament today, for her support for workers and those without a voice in the political process.
Maritime Union General Secretary Trevor Hanson says Sue Bradford was a friend of the Maritime Union and all workers.
“Sue was a principle driven politician during her time in Parliament who was ahead of her time and who provided a contrast to many other faceless representatives.”
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