National Organisation
The AEU and its associated state bodies collect around $45 million in membership fees which are directed to representation of members’ interests including the employment of around 450 organisers and other staff in all capital cities and in major provincial centres. The Federal Office sees its core business as, "the maintenance of comprehensive industrial protection and representation through industrial awards and agreements in all industrial tribunals in Australia. This involves industrial research, negotiation and advocacy over a wide range of matters including salaries and teaching and learning conditions."
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