Josephine and Johanna
	Water Industry
	"We're union members because it means we're protected and we can work together to ensure we all get a better outcome. Good workplaces don't just happen. Members make it happen."

	Darren Jones
	Automotive Distribution Centre
	"I joined a union for the protection it offers because you have someone on your side if there are issues that have to be resolved. It has made a difference. We received benefits, ambulance cover and we were reimbursed for winter clothing as well."

	Helen Grover
	Fine Enforcement
	"If you want to maintain and improve conditions you have to be members of a union. I have three adult children and a partner who are all in unions because they understand that whatever workers have gained over the years, whether its better pay or maternity leave, it's because of unions. "

	Lolita Lamberto
	Automotive Electrical Industry
	"I was owed backpay and superannuation in a previous job and without my union's help would still be fighting for mine and my former workmates rights and entitlements. Being a Union member gives me peace of mind."

	Malcolm Jago
	Mining
	"Being part of the union gives us collective power to get issues solved at a local and state level. We have assisted local community groups regain lost service to our local hospital. This gives us, our families and community, some comfort being in an isolated community."

	Katiana Velcek
	Superannuation
	"Union membership is not just about workplace security or insurance in case something goes wrong, it’s about standing together to improve the standard of living of working Australians and providing a voice to those who need it most."

	Dan Farmer
	Film Industry
	With the help of Alliance negotiators we were paid a lump sum of $20,000 which represented the back pay we were owed, but the most important thing for me was, it gave us confidence as far as our working rights go – confidence for the future. Without the assistance of the Alliance there’s no way a win or even acknowledgment of any mistreatment could have been possible.

	Mary-Ann Fraser
	Arts Industry
	We managed to receive an immediate increase on all salary levels of $1,000 as well as the CPI increases.  We are also going to receive a one per cent increase in superannuation contribution over 2010 and 2011. Level 11 choristers were given rewards for their longevity of service by being granted two extra leave days per year.