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Products on this page are sold to branches at cost price.  For more informaiton contact Craig at the ASU National office - cburgess@asu.asn.au




'Work's Intimacy' by Melissa Gregg

'Work's Intimacy' by Melissa Gregg

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'Work's Intimacy' by Melissa Gregg

From the rear of the book:

 

This book provides a long-overdue account of online technology and its impact on the work and lifestyles of professional employees. It moves between the offices and homes of workers in the new "knowledge" economy to provide intimate insight into the personal, family, and wider social tensions emerging in today’s rapidly changing work environment.

Drawing on her extensive research, Gregg shows that new media technologies encourage and exacerbate an older tendency among salaried professionals to put work at the heart of daily concerns, often at the expense of other sources of intimacy and fulfillment. New media technologies from mobile phones to laptops and tablet computers, have been marketed as devices that give us the freedom to work where we want, when we want, but little attention has been paid to the consequences of this shift, which has seen work move out of the office and into cafés, trains, living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. This professional "presence bleed" leads to work concerns impinging on the personal lives of employees in new and unforseen ways.

This groundbreaking book explores how aspiring and established professionals each try to cope with the unprecedented intimacy of technologically-mediated work, and how its seductions seem poised to triumph over the few remaining relationships that may stand in its way.


 

 

 

 

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'Bullying In the Workplace - An Occupational Hazard' by Helene Richards and Sheila Freeman

'Bullying In the Workplace - An Occupational Hazard' by Helene Richards and Sheila Freeman

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'Bullying in the Workplace - A Workplace Hazard' by Helene Richards and Sheila Freeman

This book has been selling well at ASU Delegate Conferences across Australia.  An excellent resource for anyone dealing with or wanting to know more about Bullying in the Workplace and practical strategies to deal with it.

We spend more time at work, interacting with colleagues, than we spend at home with our families or socialising with friends. It is important then that our workplaces should be safe. Yet harassment, bullying and violence are facts of working life and their impact at all levels can no longer be ignored. This new edition of Bullying in the Workplace: An Occupational Hazard takes a comprehensive and in-depth look at the nature of the bullying.

Packed with real-life case studies, Bullying in the Workplace enables the reader to understand the negative impact it has on individuals and organisations and offers practical advice on how to identify and eliminate bullying from the workplace, now and in the future.


 

 

 

 

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ASU 'Proud To Be Union' A4 Label Stickers

ASU 'Proud To Be Union' A4 Label Stickers

ASU 'Proud To Be Union' A4 Label Stickers

As asked for by members. An A4 sized version of our oval shaped stickers that bear the message 'Proud To Be Union' along with the traditional ASU 'Active Strong United' slogan.  Great for doors, filing cabinets, folders - anywhere really. Slap this sticker on your around the workplace and show everyone how proud you really are to be union!


 

 

 

 

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ASU Taupe & Black Satchel

ASU Taupe & Black Satchel

ASU 'Union' Taupe & Black Satchel

A nice and compact taupe and black nylon satchel big enough for a laptop, books and papers, but small enough to carry around easily. This bag bears the word 'Union' in large font along with the regular ASU branding and has a shoulder strap.  Stirctly limited stocks, get in early.

Other features of this great satchel:

  • Padded compartment for laptop
  • Tapered front flap
  • Front flap secured by 2 side release clips
  • Front zip pocket contains simple organiser
  • Padded laptop pocket inside main compartment with velcro flap closure and mesh pockets
  • Business card holder on rear
  • Extra wide high density adjustable shoulder strap with pad
  • Additional 3rd leg webbing strap with side release clip to hold bag securely to the body of the wearer
  • Size: 40cm x 35cm x 16cm

 

 

 

 

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ASU Strong Unions Need Women T-Shirt

ASU Strong Unions Need Women T-Shirt

'Strong Unions - Need Women' T Shirt - Now available in Purple or Pink-

Proudly 100% Australian made by Australian Trade Union labour.

These T-Shirts have been a great success at ASU Women's conferences across Australia.  Due to popular demand we now have an additional range of Purple T shirts in a fitted or lose cut as well as a limited number of  the Hot Pink ones. These T shirts bear the "Strong Unions Need Women" branding in white across the front.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Wiro "To Do" Notebook

ASU Wiro "To Do" Notebook

ASU Wiro "To Do" Notebook

This wiro notebook was launched at the 2010 ASU National Conference.  These books are a valueable and great tool around the office to help keep your day organised.  Plan ahead with the ASU in your day - every day.


 

 

 

 

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'Union' T-Shirt - New Colours

'Union' T-Shirt - New Colours

‘Union’ T Shirt - Now in Green

All pale blue stock SOLD OUT!!!

Originally launched for the ASU National Conference 2008, these T shirts sold out in weeks.  Now, due to popular demand, we have more colours back in stock and in all sizes.

'Union' T shirts bear the bold ASU 'Union' logo on the front and on the back are all of the great reasons to belong to a union.  This is Union Pride at it's finest and every member should own one!  All T Shirts proudly bear the 'No sweatshop' label on right hand sleeve, made from high quality soft cotton and wash well.

The new Union T Shirts are now available in sky blue and pale green as well as limited quantities of the original blue, teal and purple t-shirts are available in limited sizes and stock.   Get in quick, like last time around - these T shirts won't last long.

Made in Australia by Australian Trade Union labour.

Wear it loud, wear it proud!


 

 

 

 

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'Union' T Shirt

'Union' T Shirt

‘Union’ T Shirt

Originally launched for the ASU National Conference 2008, these blue T shirts sold out in weeks.  Now, due to popular demand, we have more blue T shirts back in stock in all sizes, including children's sizes (6-10).

'Union' T shirts bear the bold ASU 'Union' logo on the front and on the back are all of the great reasons to belong to a union.  This is Union Pride at it's finest and every member should own one!  All T Shirts proudly bear the 'No sweatshop' label on right hand sleeve, made from high quality soft cotton and wash well.

Limited end of stock, only teal and purple t-shirts are available in limited sizes and stock.  Get in quick, like last time around - these T shirts won't last long.

Made in Australia by Australian Trade Union labour.

Wear it loud, wear it proud!


 

 

 

 

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ASU Mugs

ASU Mugs

ASU Mug

This new mug is white with blue and green print. One one side has the ASU's logo the other has the 'Active Strong United' slogan and web address.

A great way to promote Union awareness over coffee or tea.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Polo Shirt

ASU Polo Shirt

ASU Polo Shirt 

100% Australian made by Australian Trade Union labour.

These high quality, light cotton polo shirts are embroidered with the ASU Logo and come in white and navy with a wide range of sizes available. Sizes include small through to 4XL in white or navy and 5XL in navy only. Proudly 100% Australian made. Each garment bears the "No Sweat Shop" Affiliated label.

Medum sized shirts will be available again early January - available to pre order now.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Women's Cotton/Lyrca T-Shirt

ASU Women's Cotton/Lyrca T-Shirt

ASU Women's Short Sleeve Cotton/Lycra T Shirt 

Made in Australia by Australian Trade Union labour.

New ASU short sleeve fitted womens t-shirts in cotton/lycra blend and available in red or black. The T-shirt bears an embroidered ASU logo on the front.

Strictly limited edition T shirt, get in early.

Wear it loud, wear it proud!


 

 

 

 

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ASU Bucket Hat

ASU Bucket Hat

ASU Buckethat

This great looking navy blue buckethat has a teal and white piping around the outer edge.  Printed on the front in white is the ASU logo with the 'active-strong-united' slogan on the back.  Great sunblock for summer, one size fits all! Available in two sizes, 'small/medium' and 'large/extra large'.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Rain Coat

ASU Rain Coat

ASU Raincoat – Unisex  

ASU Longline waterproof raincoats are designed to help keep you dry and warm during those cold winter months. These raincoats are made of nylon, feature a polar fleece inner lining, zipped front pockets, two large internal chest pockets, waist drawstring, full front zipper, storm flap front and a hood in the collar. Jackets are unisex and available in sizes S thru to 5XL.  


 

 

 

 

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ASU Cap

ASU Cap

ASU Cap

This great looking navy blue cap has a white piping and teal feature panel on the peak.  Printed on the front in white is the ASU logo.


 

 

 

 

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ASU 'Proud To Be Union' Stickers

ASU 'Proud To Be Union' Stickers

ASU 'Proud To Be Union' Stickers

Oval shaped stickers that bear the message 'Proud To Be Union' along with the traditional ASU 'Active Strong United' slogan.  Slap this sticker on your car or around the workplace and show everyone how proud you really are to be union!

 


 

 

 

 

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ASU Delegate ID Card

ASU Delegate ID Card

ASU Delegate ID Card

Solid sturdy ID cards for Union Delegates in navy blue finish.  Available for Union Delegates and branch members only.

 


 

 

 

 

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ASU Cross Pen

ASU Cross Pen

ASU Cross Pen

Elegant gift pen embossed with the ASU logo.  These pens are used as gifts for guest speakers at ASU conferences.  Not available through the ASUshop directly to members. Limited edition


 

 

 

 

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ASU Travel Mug - Metallic Finish

ASU Travel Mug - Metallic Finish

ASU Travel Mug - Metallic finish

This new improved mug come in a metallic finish and has a pop top lid.  The new improved pop top lid accommodates both the left and right handed drinker. Printed on the mug is the tradional ASU logo in an engraved beige finish.  Just in time for Winter too...


 

 

 

 

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Conference Name Tag Lanyard

Conference Name Tag Lanyard

ASU Lanyard Conference Name Tags

The lanyard conference name tags were first used at the ASU National Conference in 2004.  Since then several ASU branches have used the lanyard name tags for their delegates conferences around Australia with great success.  Equivalent in price to conventional plastic name card holders the lanyards can be used after the meeting as well.  The National Office will also supply the name cards pre-printed with the ASU logo as a watermark ready to be printed by the branch with the participants names. 


 

 

 

 

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ASU Teal Lanyard - Thick

ASU Teal Lanyard - Thick

ASU Lanyard

Lanyards are used to carry employment identification cards and security cards around your neck. This one is thick lanyard, comes in ASU teal with white printing of the ASU logo and 'Active Stong United.' The lanyard has a safety release clasp to prevent accidents and also a standard clip attachment.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Water Bottle

ASU Water Bottle

ASU Water Bottle

This water bottle comes in an opaque pearl white finish with black pop top so you don't spill a drop.  Complete with the ASU logo and ACTIVE STRONG UNITED branding, a great item for the office, the gym, the pushbike or anywhere really! 


 

 

 

 

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ASU Stubby Holder - Teal

ASU Stubby Holder - Teal

ASU Stubby Holder - Teal

A hard earned thirst deserves a big cold drink - with an ASU stubby holder wrapped around it!  Will keep your drink cool while you work up a sweat in the garden or at the cricket.  These blue stubby holders are printed with the ASU logo and slogan ‘active strong united’. New stock folds in half to slip straight into your pocket.  Great for starting a conversation at your next BBQ.  Cheers!

 


 

 

 

 

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ASU Delegates Badge

ASU Delegates Badge

ASU Delegates Badge

 

These great delegates badges are made from cast metal and measure 5.5cm x 2.5cm so they really stand out.   The badges use a magnetic fastener to affix to clothing so they don't leave pin holes in clothes.  NOT TO BE USED BY DELEGATES WITH PACE MAKERS.  This product is not for sale directly to members though the ASUshop.  It is only sold directly to ASU branches or at ASU delegate conferences.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Lapel Badge

ASU Lapel Badge

ASU Lapel Badge

New and improved colours (brighter blue & teal) on this small metal badge.  These lapel badges are great for identifying you as an ASU member.

 


 

 

 

 

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ASU Zinnger

ASU Zinnger

ASU Zinnger

Zinngers are retractable employment identification card and security card holders. Great for keeping your security cards out of the way.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Lanyard - Bootlace Style

ASU Lanyard - Bootlace Style

ASU Lanyard - Bootlace Style

Lanyards are used to carry employment identification cards and security cards around your neck.  This one is a thin 'bootlace' lanyard, with white printing of the ASU logo and 'Active Strong United.'  The lanyard has a safety release clasp to prevent accidents and also a standard clip attachment.


 

 

 

 

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ASU Compendium

ASU Compendium

ASU Compendium

This smart black compendium contains a note pad and lots of pockets.  A zip around the outside keeps it all together and 3 rings can be used for holding notes or can be removed altogether.  Made from a durable rip stop material and proudly printed with the ASU logo in silver.


 

 

 

 

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'Greenhouse Solutions With Sustainable Energy' by Mark Diesendorf

'Greenhouse Solutions With Sustainable Energy' by Mark Diesendorf

'Greenhouse Solutions With Sustainable Energy' by Mark Diesendorf

Global warming is the hottest political issue of the day, and it is likely to become even more pressing over the coming years.This is a positive, proactive book that proposes a set of policies and strategies for implementing the most promising cleaner energy technologies by all spheres of government, business and community organisations. The book argues that despite being a coal and oil dependent country, Australia could achieve an ecologically sustainable energy system. All we need is the political will.

The book puts forward a set of policies and strategies for implementing the most promising clean energy technologies by all spheres of government, business and community organisations. Greenhouse Solutions with Sustainable Energy suggests that a mix of efficient energy use, renewable energy sources and natural gas (as a transitional fuel) offers a clean and feasible energy future for Australia.


 

 

 

 

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'Pocket Superannuation Guide - The 50 Critical Answers You Need' by Anne Lampe

'Pocket Superannuation Guide - The 50 Critical Answers You Need' by Anne Lampe

'Pocket Superannuation Guide - The 50 Critical Answers You Need' by Anne Lampe
 
This booklet provides 50 handy tips on growing your retirement income. It acts as a reference you can use to help you decide how to handle your superannuation and provides crucial answers to questions most people have about Superannuation.

This product is available at this price for ASU members only, please enter your ASU membership and branch number when placing you order.  A limit of 1 per person per order applies. 


 

 

 

 

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'Work / Life Balance For Dummies' by Katherine Lockett

'Work / Life Balance For Dummies' by Katherine Lockett

'Work / Life Balance For Dummies'

by Katherine Lockett

Find out why you really need to live, thrive and survive!  This book is packed with tips on implementing more flexible working conditions.  Being a member of the ASU means you are obviously no dummy!  This is a practical 'how to' guide on grater job satisfaction.

Author Katherine Lockett works at the University of South Australia and helped establish their Centre for Life & Work research unit

This book covers topics such as:

  • Stand and Deliver: Your Job or Your Life
  • Looking After Yourself First
  • Size Isn't Everything - Small Changes That Work
  • Preparing to Work for Work/Life Balance
  • The Bigger Picture: Getting What you Want Long tgerm
  • Seachange Is Not Just A Television Show

 

 

 

 

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'Australian Charter of Employment Rights' edited by Mordy Bromberg & Mark Irving

'Australian Charter of Employment Rights' edited by Mordy Bromberg & Mark Irving

‘Australian Charter of Employment Rights’

- Edited by Mordy Bromberg SC & Mark Irving, with a Forward by Bob Hawke

 

This book aims to provide political debate and a blueprint for the future of industrial relations.

 

From the back of the book:

 

The Charter is a back to basics attempt to define the rights of workers and employers. It is a simply expressed contemporary document that draws upon international as well as uniquely Australian rights and values to create a set of rights and obligations which all workplaces are encouraged to adopt and observe.  The Charter enables a critique of current labour laws and any proposals for change.


 

 

 

 

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'The Little History of Australian Unionism' by Sean Scalmers

'The Little History of Australian Unionism' by Sean Scalmers

'The Little History of Australian Unionism'

by Sean Scalmer's

 

'The Little History of Australian Unionism' is a compact, complete and up-to-date story of the development of Australian unions over the past 200 years.

 

With the support of 14 Australian unions, including the ASU, the book is aimed at everyone interested in the history of Australian society and the formation of its values and institutions and particularly at students of history as well as unionised and yet-to-be-unionised workers, old and young.

 

Scalmer’s incisive account provides a history of trade unions that is clear, accurate and engaging.  He records their achievements, explains how they were won, and provides an invaluable context for the urgent defence of the union movement.


 

 

 

 

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'Excess Baggage - Leveling the Load and Changing the Workplace' by Ellen Rosskam

'Excess Baggage - Leveling the Load and Changing the Workplace' by Ellen Rosskam

'Excess Baggage: Leveling the Load and Changing the Workplace' 

by Ellen Rosskam

 

Excess Baggage is a book based on research by Ellen Rosskam on the working conditions of airport check-in workers in two countries.  Excess Baggage takes a rare look at how economic insecurity and globalisation impinges on the health and functioning of workers under stress.  Similar cases and strains are occurring in many work groups around the world – this book gives an insight to the suffering some workers are being forced to endure today.

 

Ellen Rosskam is Visiting Professor at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, Work Environment Department along with various other roles.  She is the author of 50 scientific publications.

 

The ASUshop was fortunate enough to acquire advance publication copies of this book at a discounted price, however stock is limited – so get in quick!!


 

 

 

 

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'Peak Unions In Australia - Origins Purpose, Power, Agency' edited by Bradon Ellem, Raymond Markey & John Shields

'Peak Unions In Australia - Origins Purpose, Power, Agency' edited by Bradon Ellem, Raymond Markey & John Shields

'Peak Unions In Australia – Origins Purpose, Power, Agency' 

edited by Bradon Ellem, Raymond Markey & John Shields (Federation Press)

This innovative and comprehensive book is the first detailed study of the making and development of Australian peak unions. For over 150 years, peak unions have been a central part of the Australian industrial relations landscape. They remain by far the most significant institutional form of inter-union cooperation in the country at the national, state, local and industry scales.

Its 13 chapters explore the whole range of peak unions and labour councils, from local bodies through State councils to the national peak union body, the Australian Council of Trade Unions.

The book allies this empirical diversity with an essential theoretical cohesion. It opens with two conceptual chapters which develop a model for explaining the formation and changing purpose and power of peak unions, a model which resonates through all the subsequent chapters.


 

 

 

 

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'Work Councils In Australia - Future Prospects and Possibilities' edited by Paul J Gollan, Ray Markey and Iain Ross

'Work Councils In Australia - Future Prospects and Possibilities' edited by Paul J Gollan, Ray Markey and Iain Ross

'Work Councils In Australia – Future Prospects and Possibilities'

edited by Paul J Gollan, Ray Markey and Iain Ross (Federation Press)

 

This book presents a range of perspectives on the future prospects and possibilities of works councils in Australia. Contributors include: Jonathan Hamberger, Martin Foley, John Buchanan, Chris Briggs, Ron McCallum, Glenn Patmore, Herman Knudsen, Anthony Forsyth and Franklin Gaffney.  The book is divided into four sections. The first serves as an introduction to additional forms of employee representation in the Australian context. The next section presents an Australian perspective on the past, present and the possibilities for works councils in Australia. The following section examines relevant international developments and the potential lessons for Australia. Finally, the last section draws the threads of the debate together with an assessment of the future development of works councils in Australia. 

Drawing on current Australian and overseas research, the authors in this book address these issues be presenting a number of questions.

  • Why do we need works councils in Australia?
  • What is the current state of play regarding workplace employee representation?
  • Can works councils be accommodated under the current legislative framework?
  • What is the likelihood of success?
  • What are the opportunities and the threats for employers and unions in introducing works councils in Australia?

 

 

 

 

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'Fragmented Futures - Challenges In Working Life' by Ian Watson, John Buchanan, Iain Campbell & Chris Briggs

'Fragmented Futures - Challenges In Working Life' by Ian Watson, John Buchanan, Iain Campbell & Chris Briggs

'Fragmented Futures – New Challenges In Working Life' by Ian Watson, John Buchanan, Iain Campbell & Chris Briggs (Federation Press)

Fragmented Futures examines how working life has become more 'fragmented' as a result of significant social and economic change in Australia in the last quarter of the twentieth century. It asks how we should address such fragmentation in pursuit of a society in which prosperity is shared, diversity, choice and opportunity are increased, and exclusion and inequality are minimised.

Fragmented Futures provides a foundation on which to begin addressing the real social problems faced in work and life today. Its themes are at the core of everyday Australian experience; our response to its challenges will determine every Australian's future.


 

 

 

 

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'Trustees On Trial: Recovering the Stolen Wages' by Rosalind Kidd

'Trustees On Trial: Recovering the Stolen Wages' by Rosalind Kidd

'Trustees On Trial: Recovering the Stolen Wages' by Rosalind Kidd

In her startling book, Rosalind Kidd uses official correspondence to reveal the extraordinary extent of government controls over Aboriginal wages, savings, endowments and pensions in twentieth century Queensland. In a disturbing indictment of the government's $4000 reparations offer, Kidd unpicks official dealings on the huge trust funds compiled from private income and community endeavours, showing how governments used these finances to their advantage, while families and communises struggled in poverty.

Casting the evidence in terms of national and international litigation, particularly cases relating to government accountability for Indigenous interests, Kidd makes a powerful case that the Queensland government should be held to the same standards of accountability and redress as any major financial institution. "Trustees on Trial" is a timely warning for all other Australian jurisdictions to consider their liability for Aboriginal money taken in trust.


 

 

 

 

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'Bullying - From Backyard To Boardroom'  (2nd Edition) edited by Paul McCarthy, Jane Rylance, Robin Bennett & Helga Zimmerman

'Bullying - From Backyard To Boardroom' (2nd Edition) edited by Paul McCarthy, Jane Rylance, Robin Bennett & Helga Zimmerman

'Bullying - From Backyard to Boardroom' (second edition)

edited by Paul McCarthy, Jane Rylance, Robin Bennett & Helga Zimmerman (Federation Press)

From the back cover of the book:

Bullying doesn’t stop at school. Adult life creates its own pressures, particularly in the workplace. Some people habitually, some occasionally, use inappropriate means to achieve their ends. Always there are victims—at work, in clubs, in families—and their numbers seem to be increasing.

Bullying: From Backyard to Boardroom is written in a clear and concise style. It is a practical book based on current research and the best theoretical frameworks. It is a useful resource for professionals who need to address bullying, for those experiencing bullying, and for those providing support to someone being bullied.


 

 

 

 

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'Violence At Work: Causes Patterns and Prevention' edited by Martin Gill, Bonnie Fisher, Vaughan Bowie

'Violence At Work: Causes Patterns and Prevention' edited by Martin Gill, Bonnie Fisher, Vaughan Bowie

'Violence at Work: Causes Patterns and Prevention'

edited by Martin Gill, Bonnie Fisher, Vaughan Bowie (William Publishing, UK)

From the back cover of the book:

Workplace violence has emerged as a rapidly growing concern in today’s interdependent political economy, and increasing attention is being paid to the phenomenon by business, industry, health and welfare services and the academic world: the central tasks are to identify its causes, and to devise strategies to both prevent and counter it. In this book a distinguished international team of contributors, composed of both academics and practitioners, identify and address the key issues, presenting the results and lessons to be learned from a range of case studies in the USA, Canada, Britain and Australia.

Overall this book provides an authoritative foundation from which to develop ways of better explaining, predicting, understanding and preventing workplace violence, and will be essential reading for anybody with an interest in the subject.


 

 

 

 

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'Getting Past No: Negotiating with Difficult People' by William Ury

'Getting Past No: Negotiating with Difficult People' by William Ury

'Getting Past No - Negotiating with Difficult People'

by William Ury

Sequel to the bestseller, 'Getting to Yes'

This book was requested for selling in the ASUshop by an ASU trainer. Here are her comments about the book:

Thank you for sending me a copy of “Getting past no”. I appreciate it and on initial reading it will be very useful to our delegates. As if focuses on difficult negotiations I think it is of more benefit to our circumstances that “Getting to Yes”.

Linda Cargill
ASU Victorian Private Sector Branch 


 

 

 

 

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'Willing Slaves: How the Overwork Culture is Ruling Our Lives' by Madeleine Bunting

'Willing Slaves: How the Overwork Culture is Ruling Our Lives' by Madeleine Bunting

'Willing Slaves - How the Overwork Culture Is Ruling Our Lives'

by Madeline Bunting

The British work the longest hours in Europe. What do they get in return? Work-related stress is soaring and Britain has one of the highest rates of job insecurity in the world. Over a third of the workforce is so exhausted at the end of a day's work that they can only slump on the sofa. Among the questions Madeleine Bunting investigates in this radical and hard hitting expose of the overwork culture are:

  • Why do we work so hard?
  • Why do we put up with it?
  • What is the cost to our health, relationships and children?

Willing Slaves, based on first-hand research and hundreds of interviews explores the paradox of how we allow ourselves to be exploited and how we look to work to give out lives meaning and purpose. It reveals how such an astonishing fraud has been perpetrated and analyses why millions of workers face burnout but believe 'there is no alternative' - and what we have to do to take our own lives back.
 


 

 

 

 

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'United - A History of the Municipal Employees Union in NSW' by Peter McMahon

'United - A History of the Municipal Employees Union in NSW' by Peter McMahon

'UNITED - A History of the Municipal Employees Union in NSW'

by Peter McMahon

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United tells the story of unionism in local government and the electricity industry recording the achievements and the battles of the past 100 years.  As the Federated Municipal and Shires Employees Union turns 100 this history provides vital documentation of the union and the men and women who played a role in its development and formation over the past 100 years.


 

 

 

 

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'Click, Clack, Moo' by Doreen Cronin

'Click, Clack, Moo' by Doreen Cronin

'Click, Clack, Moo'

by Doreen Cronin, pictures by Betsy Lewin

Children's Book - Recommended ages 3-7 (soft back cover)

Limited stock left.

This delightful book tells the tale of farmer brown and his cows that can type. Farmer Brown's problems start when his cows go on strike. This book has been recommend by unionists all over the world.


 

 

 

 

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'The End Of Equality' by Anne Summers

'The End Of Equality' by Anne Summers

'The End of Equality - Work, Babies and Women's Choices in 21st Century Australia'

by Anne Summers

After speaking at the ASU National Women's conference in 2004 Anne Summers arranged for a discounted price for ASU Members of her latest book, The End of Equality.


 

 

 

 

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'Building Social Inclusion In Australia (Recommendations for Stronger Social and Community Services) Information Booklet

'Building Social Inclusion In Australia (Recommendations for Stronger Social and Community Services) Information Booklet

Building Social Inclusion In Australia: Priorities for the Social and Community Services Sector Workforce - Recommendations for Stronger Social and Community Services.

The ASU prepared this recommendations report arising from the related discussion paper (see above) and a large survey of SACS workers carried out through the middle of 2007. 

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'Building Social Inclusion In Australia' Discussion Paper

'Building Social Inclusion In Australia' Discussion Paper

Building Social Inclusion In Australia: Priorities for the Social and Community Services Sector Workforce - Discussion Paper  

The ASU prepared this research as a starting point for further community and sector consultation about the issues that confront social and community services sector workers.  

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'Can Call Centres Be Better Places To Work?'  ASU Survey Results Booklet

'Can Call Centres Be Better Places To Work?' ASU Survey Results Booklet

'Can Call Centres Be Better Places To Work?' ASU Survey Results Booklet

Many people have contributed to this report. ASU officials from both the National Office and Branches participated to the designing and development of the questions in the survey. National office staff, especially Brigid Marasco, prepared and formatted the report for printing and all ASU call centre organisers are continuing to use the survey to inform workers in this industry of the findings.
 
The academic analysis of the survey was undertaken by Ruth Barton, a Research Fellow at the Key Centre of Industrial Relations at Monash University, Melbourne. The high quality analysis has led to informed debate in the community, at the workplace, and all levels of policy development within the ASU and beyond; this process will undoubtedly continue to occur.

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Can Call Centres Be Better Places To Work? - ASU Survey Results Booklet

 

 

 

 

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'We Need More Superannuation' Information Booklet

'We Need More Superannuation' Information Booklet

‘We Need More Superannuation’ Information Booklet 
 
This is a resource designed to assist members and their union reps to include increased superannuation contributions as part of their claims on employers in agreement negotiations. It is widely understood that the legislated minimum super contribution of 9% is not sufficient to maintain workers' living standards in retirement, so the ASU recognises the need to pursue better super for our members in other forums.
 
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ASU Maternity Leave

ASU Maternity Leave

ASU Maternity Leave Publication

This document outlines the ASU's position on Paid Maternity Leave.

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Make Poverty History Wrist Bands

Make Poverty History Wrist Bands

Make Poverty History Wrist Bands

The ASU through its affiliation with Public Services International (PSI) is supporting the international campaign to ‘Make Poverty History’. You can show your support for the campaign by wearing one of these wristbands. Available in silicon with the ‘Make Poverty History’ logo.

More information about the campaign in Australia is available from: http://www.makepovertyhistory.com.au/home.html



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'We Are Union' by Union Maid

'We Are Union' by Union Maid

'We Are Union' (CD)
by Union Maid

 
Long time union activist (and ASU Membership Development Organizer) LITA GILLIES puts her vocal chords to fine use on this superb 10 track CD “WE ARE UNION.” Lita’s inspiration is drawn from her active involvement in picket lines, community assemblies and rallies over the years and reflects her thoughts and emotions in a positive way.
 
“WE ARE UNION” is a celebration of solidarity and determination across various genres to suit all ages and tastes AND features 8 ORIGINAL COMPOSITIONS WRITTEN BY LITA.  Proceeds from this CD will go to the CFMEU Fighting Fund and Union Solidarity. More info and audio clips can be heard at www.unionmaid.com.au


 

 

 

 

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Union Aid Abroad - APHEDA - Lapel Badges

Union Aid Abroad - APHEDA - Lapel Badges

Union Aid Abroad - APHEDA - Lapel Badges
 
These are the great looking ‘Proud To Be Union’ lapel badges produced by Union Aid Abroad – APHEDA.
Available in 9 different colours and measure 17mm x 24mm. Terrific for showing your union pride everywhere you go.
 
The ASUshop is selling these badges on behalf of APHEDA.  All funds from the sale of these badges go directly to APHEDA. The ASU is a long time supporter of APHEDA ‘s work and encourages you to support their campaigns.  For more information about APHEDA’s campaigns go to: http://www.apheda.org.au.
 
Please note: Purchase price includes postage and handling. If this is the only item that you are purchasing you will not be charged for additional postage at the checkout stage.  Choose the colour of the badge that you want from the drop box on the right.


 

 

 

 

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ACTU Alcohol and Other Drugs in the Workplace Policy

ACTU Alcohol and Other Drugs in the Workplace Policy

The Australian trade union movement is acutely aware of the dangers posed by alcohol and/or other drugs (AODs). The underlying causes may be personal and/or social in nature, related to the work environment and needs to be addressed in a strong, consistent, humane and evidence based manner, by employer, workers and their representative organisations.

The purpose of this Policy is to provide a framework for employers and workers to follow when dealing with issues relating to the consumption of AODs and to meet their obligations under relevant occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation. 

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'Your Health and Safety Guide to Noise'

'Your Health and Safety Guide to Noise'

'Your Health and Safety Guide to Noise'

More than 100,000 Victorian workers risk their hearing every day in noisy workplaces.  Exposure to dangerous levels of noise can cause permanent hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ears).  While excessive noise remains a significant issue in many workplaces, it can be controlled.

This guide will help you understand the problem, and will explain what you need to do to make your workplace safe.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Victorian Worksafe publication. Legislation does differ between the various states and territories and we recommend that you check that the information is relevant to your state when reading this publication.

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'Work Strain Causes Real Pain' Brochure

'Work Strain Causes Real Pain' Brochure

‘Work Strain Causes Real Pain’ Brochure

Work strain causes injuries and pain to our backs, shoulders, necks, arms, wrists and our whole bodies. These are the most common health and safety problems in Australia. In 2001, more than 76,000 Australian workers received workers’ compensation for what are commonly called sprain and strain or musculoskeletal injuries – that’s more than 200 per day!

Some people think that work strain is just ‘part of the job’. This is not true. It is preventable and should be stopped.  This brochure highlights the causes and impacts of strain and stress on the body in the workplace and offers some suggestions on how to alleviate such duress in the workplace and what employers should be doing to make your place a safe and responsible workplace.

This publication is free to ASU members. Please select your branch and enter your membership number when ordering this item. If this is the only item that you are ordering, when in the check out stage of the order, you will be asked how you wish to make payment. Please nominate to pay by cheque and enter “FREE” into the cheque number field. Maximum: Five (5) brochures per person/order.



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'ACTU Health and Safety Guidelines for Shift Work and Extended Working Hours' Booklet

'ACTU Health and Safety Guidelines for Shift Work and Extended Working Hours' Booklet

‘ACTU Health and Safety Guidelines for Shift Work and Extended Working Hours’ Booklet
 
An invaluable guideline produced by the ACTU. This guide examines the health and safety hazards associated with shift work and extended working hours, and recommend measures for their assessment and control. They are intended for use by employees and by union delegates, members and other employee representatives who have to deal with changes to working arrangements.

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'Being Bossed Around Is Bad For Your Health' brochure

'Being Bossed Around Is Bad For Your Health' brochure

‘Being Bossed Around Is Bad For Your Health’ brochure

This brochure aims to raise awareness amongst the community, workers, unions, employers, health professionals, OHS authorities and governments that bullying is a serious health and safety hazard.  It outlines basic issues and an employers legal duty to ensure a safe and harassment free workplace.

This publication is free to ASU members. Please select your branch and enter your membership number when ordering this item.  If this is the only item that you are ordering, when in the check out stage of the order, you will be asked how you wish to make payment. Please nominate to pay by cheque and enter “FREE” into the cheque number field.  Maximum: Five (5) brochures per person/order.


 

 

 

 

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Union Charter of Workplace Rights

Union Charter of Workplace Rights

Union Charter of Workplace Rights
 
This charter is an A3 sized poster that can be displayed in the workplace to affirm employee’s rights and their entitlement to join a genuine trade union.  The Charter of Rights sets out the rights and responsibilities of all workplace parties in the provision of decent and fair health, safety, compensation and rehabilitation systems and practices within Australian workplaces.  Regardless of jurisdiction, changes to occupational health and safety, compensation and rehabilitation law must not result in a diminution of the rights and entitlements of any worker.

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