Representing New Zealand maritime workers since 2002
Thousands of job losses. Rolling attacks on Te Tiriti o Waitangi. No-cause evictions and selling off public housing. Cuts to our public transport, health and education. It is clear – this government has waged economic war on everyday people in Aotearoa.
Read MoreThis week the Government plans to take away hope for hundreds of thousands of New Zealand workers by legislating Fair Pay Agreements out of existence.
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Three key successes of the current Government have been in building coastal shipping capability, improving health and safety through the Ports Health and Safety Leadership Group, and laying the foundations for improved conditions in the industry through Fair Pay Agreements.
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George Lye (right) receives his solidarity award from MUNZ National Secretary Craig Harrison (left) at a Maritime Union of New Zealand event in Auckland, 20 October 2022
The New Zealand waterfront industry is on the brink of a new era, thanks to years of organizing work and the dedication of one waterfront worker in particular.
Read MoreTwo of New Zealand’s leading transport unions have welcomed international support for the proposed Fair Pay Agreements (FPA’s).
Read MoreAustralian-owned stevedoring company ISO was breaking the law when it tried to prevent Maritime Union representatives access to its Whangarei workplace at Northport.
Read MoreA new court decision means employers will be required to compensate workers for their “availability” for shifts.
Read MoreA massive payroll error means New Zealanders are owed billions in holiday backpay.
But every day a million dollars of that debt is being written off as it passes the six year statute of limitations. Tell the government to stop the clock on the write-off while we get this problem fixed.
