WAPOU recently attended a Prison Officer Association of Australasia meeting in Sydney. Keith Johnson on behalf of WAPOU handed over a cheque made out to the Red Cross to help with the Bushfire Appeal. The money was donated to help all of those affected by the fires, however, a number of Prison Officers were caught up in the tragedy and lost their home.

This weeks Federal Budget resulted in some Superannuation changes. GESB has provided the following information for members.

The current global financial crisis has been challenging for investors, and poor market performance has continued to affect superannuation account balances throughout Australia. 

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WAPOU wishes to express its condolences to all those who have lost relatives and friends in the recent horrific Bush Fires. The Australian Union movement is supporting the Red Cross appeal and the ACTU has already donated $250,000. Anyone wishing to make a donation can do so on 1800 811 700 or visit www.redcross.org.au

The ACTU is also supporting union members who are currently experiencing financial hardship due to the Bush Fires. If you know of any union member who is in such a position please encourage them to contact the ACTU on 1300 486466 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it