Fighting and organising globally against neo-liberalism

Trade unionists, social movement activists, academics, students, progressive political parties and all interested members of the community are invited to participate in the Latin American & Asia Pacific International Solidarity Forum. The four-day forum aims to strengthen international coordination and solidarity with those fighting neoliberalism.

More than 30 representatives from progressive organisations and campaigns in 22 countries will address the forum

more info: www.solidarityforum2007.org

Next Organising Meeting
6.30pm Monday
October 1
FOE (Friends of the Earth)
316 Smith St
Collingwood

A new group comprising both indigenous and non indigenous supporters has recently been formed over concerns about the Federal Government's invention in the Northern Territory. The group is seeking union support and plans to organise a protest rally and forum before the election.

Labels: Alliance for Indigenous Self Determination

9.00am-9.45am Monday
October 1
Sunshine Court
10 Foundry Road
Sunshine (Melway 26 H10)
Please download and distribute press release

Community activist and key Union Solidarity supporter Ken Mooney will appear before the Sunshine Magistrates Court on the 1st of October. Ken is contesting a fine imposed by the Brimbank Council for allegedly interjecting from the public gallery during a meeting considering the future of the site of the Sunshine Swimming Pool.

"Mr Mooney was dissatisfied with the Council’s handling of this issue, in terms of consultation with and due regard for the views of the affected community and appropriate decision-making processes within the Council. He intends to contest the charge against him on the basis that subjecting him to a fine for commenting on matters of legitimate political concern, which were being considered by his political representatives, is inconsistent with the general freedom of communication necessary for the maintenance of democratic government.

Ken Mooney has been fined for failing to comply with the direction of the Chair at a Meeting of the Brimbank Council after having been called to order by the Chair; in alleged breach of Section 53 of the Meeting Procedure Local Law No: 1 of 2002."

Background:
After years of neglect and disuse the Brimbank Council proposed destroying an outdoor 50meter pool as part of an upgrade to the Sunshine Leisure Centre. Community and Union action successfully forced the Brimbank Council and the State Government to retain outdoor aquatic facilities at the leisure centre. Community activists such as Ken Mooney exercised their democratic rights and attended council meetings to voice opposition to the council’s plans.

Union Solidarity calls on its supporters, union members and community activists to attend the rally. The ability of local activists to defend the local community is a vital right to retain.

more info: 0412 484 094 | Press Release | Save Sunshine Pool

Labels: Ken Mooney

6.30pm Thursday
20 September
Campbell Turnbull Library Meeting Room
220 Melville Rd
Brunswick West.

Film night Constructing Fear – a new documentary by Joe Loh A world of secret tribunals, threats of jail terms and crippling fines. This is the world of the building industry today under the Howard Government's new laws, armed with its Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) – the agency the Labor Party wants to keep till 2010 if Labor is elected.
Don't miss this film.

Joining us on the night to speak about the film will be the director, Joe Loh.

more info: 9639 8622 | 0413 326797 | www.constructingfear.com.au

ACTU President Sharan Burrow Speaks in Brimbank
1- 2pm Wednesday
19 September
Victoria University (St. Albans Campus)
McKechnie St
Auditorium Lecture Room, 3C42, Building 3
(Melway 26 A2 - Follow signs to the meeting)
Download leaflet

Sharan Burrow will speak on the Federal Government's WorkChoices IR Laws, Australian Workplace Agreements (AWAs) and the coming Federal Elections.

• How the Federal Government's WorkChoices affect our communities.
• How do WorkChoices and other Federal Government's IR Laws affect working conditions, job security and entitlements?
• What rights do we have to ensure fair pay, safe and healthy workplace conditions and a decent standard of living?
• How do unions protect our working conditions, workplace rights and ensure decent community living standards?
• What rights do we have to be treated with dignity and respect by employers? How will WorkChoices affect the future generations of working people?

Organised by Victoria University Branch of National Tertiary Education Union. Contact: 9919 4076 or nteu@vu.edu.au. Authorised by Richard Gough, NTEU-VU Branch President.

1-2pm Friday
7 September
Monash University City Office
30 Collins Street
Melbourne

The Melbourne Alliance for Civil Disobedience Co-ordination (AC/DC) Presents:

• Back n Blacklist
• Anti APEC Solidarity Melbourne
• Speeches, Street theatre, Open mic
• Call out for creative protest and free speech

more info: uriohau@gmail.com | 9504 8449

Next Action
12 NOON Saturday
SEPTEMBER 8
crn Smith St & Johnston St
Collingwood

We had another successful street stall last Saturday, this time, at the corner of Brunswick St and Johnston St, Fitzroy. We are gathering at the corner of Smith St. and Johnston St, Collingwood at 12 NOON on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2007 to again hand out leaflets and get petitions signed. Please come and assist if you can.

Australia Post have advertised for 4 hour workers in Collingwood through Mission Australia Ph:- 8615 2239. If you know any activists interested in ringing.

more info: Joan 0419345134 | 96009100 | Save our Posties: past actions | Background to issue

Labels: Australia Post, Save our Posties

The seminar will be held in Greek and English
6pm Friday
September 21
Democritus Workers League
583 High Street
Northcote

Each year in Victoria, over 5000 workers suffer serious injuries. Safety is a serious issue, but also understanding your rights if you are injured, is a necessity.

GETTING INVOLVED AND UNDERSTANDING WORKCOVER BENEFITS:

• Learn what to do if you are injured
• Understand workcover benefits
• Learn how to keep yourself and your work mates safe.

A solicitor specialising in Personal Injury Law and a Psychologist from the Centre of Ethnicity & Multicultural Health will speak on the above issues and help answer any questions.

Coffee and sweets will be provided and everyone is welcome.