Get off your AWA here

Had enough of your individual contract? You’re not alone.

Even if your AWA or ITEA is still current, Alliance members are pushing for News Ltd to agree to the reasonable request of people who wish to move across to the collective agreement.

The collective agreement legally guarantees regular minimum pay rises and redundancy payments. Most AWAs we have analysed do not have these provisions and rely upon current company policy which can change at any time.

The Alliance is assisting people who want to terminate their AWA and become covered by the collective agreement. We have already been contacted by more than 100 people at News Ltd who want to move off their individual contracts and return to the protection of the collective agreement. The bottom line is that no-one should lose money when they transfer across.

If you are on an existing AWA it will continue to operate unless it is terminated. Existing AWAs can be terminated by agreement between you and your employer at any time or after the AWA expiry date upon application to Fair Work Australia.


Move  away from your AWA in three easy steps

Step 1

Download our bargaining agents form here, which you need to fill in and return to us by fax 02 9333 0933 or scan and email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it – then the Media Alliance can legally act as your “bargaining agent”.

The Alliance can only represent financial members – sign up today on 1300 65 65 12 or join online. We will waive accumulated back fees if you go onto a direct debit payment system from your credit card or bank account.

Step 2

Send a copy of your contract to the Media Alliance (fax 02 9333 0933, scan or email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or post to GPO Box 723, Strawberry Hills, NSW 2012.

Step 3

Stay tuned to updates on this campaign and tell your colleagues to get involved. Be assured we will only approach the company when we have the best proposition of success.

For more information contact your local organiser on 1300 65 65 12 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it