CWU members secure further improvements to Retail Shoe Allowance
As you may be aware following earlier reporting, this year your Union secured a significant increase to the Retail shoe subsidy – which was increased to a maximum of $250.
This improvement was a hard fought win for CWU members, following your consistent feedback regarding the increasing costs associated with maintaining retail footwear requirements.
However, this increase was initially subject to members not claiming more than $250 under the hosiery subsidy – a condition your Union has continued to push back.
As such, and following further lengthy talks with Australia Post, we are proud to report to members that common sense has prevailed, and this increase will now be simplified.
From 1 January 2025, the shoe and hosiery subsidies will now be treated separately – allowing members to claim up to $250 for shoes, regardless of any hosiery claims.
For clarity, members may claim reimbursement for multiple pairs of shoes, provided they are listed on a single receipt and the total amount does not exceed $250.
We are extremely proud to communicate this outcome to you.
Outcomes like this are not just won at the negotiating table. Our strength and influence comes directly from the backing of thousands of CWU members in post offices across the country – speaking with one voice, through their Union.
This significant outcome is just another demonstration of the value of CWU membership in retail at Australia Post and why you should join today, if you are not yet a member.
You can join now online at www.cwu.org.au
Should you require any further information, please contact your state Branch Official.
