Building A Voice for Members in Victoria’s public sector union
We’re a group of everyday rank-and-file workers in Victorian Government departments and agencies, campaigning to make our union – the CPSU Vic – actually represent and empower its members once more.
Thank you! Now, the work begins.
The count is done, and while we await the official declaration from the returning officer, our scrutineers observed the final tally.
The result is clear: CPSU Vic members have voted for change.
Across the state, over 70 percent of voters backed A Voice for Members. It’s a strong and clear mandate for a new direction; and we will use it to deliver on our commitments to our members.
We have secured all 5 executive positions; and 23 out of 34 Branch Council positions.
We welcome and congratulate all of the successful candidates – United, independent, and AVFM – and look forward to getting straight to work from day one.
About our campaign
Our union has lost its way. The executive doesn’t represent our best interests. Our hard-working delegates, organisers, and health and safety reps aren’t supported in their vital work, and rank-and-file union members don’t get a say in how our union is run.
With the threat of more cuts and attacks on Victorian public services, we want to build a bold, democratic, and united union ready to take action. Win, lose, or draw, we are building A Voice For Members in the CPSU Victoria branch.
The Gold Review
Read the Gold Review – a public servant-led counterproposal to the Independent Review into the Victorian Public Service (VPS); otherwise known as the Silver Review.
Frequently asked questions
What is ‘A Voice for Members’?
A Voice for Members started when CPSU members across Victorian Government agencies started getting together and discussing the lack of transparency and member involvement during the 2024 VPS enterprise agreement negotiations.
From this, we decided to harness our momentum and challenge the 2025 CPSU Vic branch elections.
Why this campaign?
Our union leadership hasn’t changed since Jeff Kennett was Victorian Premier. Everyday rank and file members don’t get a say in how our union is run. But most concerning is, in real terms, our wages and conditions went backwards in the 2024 VPS Enterprise Agreement.
How are you trying to change the union?
Win, lose, or draw, we are fighting to build a better CPSU Vic. One that empowers members and takes up the fight against cuts to the valuable and important work that Victorian public sector workers deliver.
How can I get involved?
You can support our campaign by:
- spreading the word in your workplace or with your friends, family, and neighbours who work for the Victorian Government
- signing up for our mailing list
- contributing to our campaign fund.
When were the CPSU Vic elections?
Voting opened on Tuesday 10 June and has closed on Tuesday 8 July. The votes have been counted, and the official results will be announced in the coming weeks.
The Australian Electoral Commission’s website has more about these elections.
How do I vote?
All voting in this election is by post. The deadline for postal voting was Tuesday 8 July. No further ballots will be accepted by the AEC.
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