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We are committed to our Members, our Alliance partners, and the local communities we serve, and we are honored to support them in a variety of ways. We have donated over $250,000 to local charities, community events and Industry events each year which enable us to give back to our Members and organisations that make our communities strong and vibrant.

Alliance Partners

We are proud to have strong alliance partnerships with unions for workers, including the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and Mining & Energy Union (MEU). We recognize the important roles that unions play in advocating for workers' rights and improving working conditions, and we are honored to support their efforts. Through our partnerships, we offer a range of financial services and products designed specifically for the union members.

Maritime Union of Australia (MUA)

We are a proud supporter of Maritime Union of Australia (MUA). MUA is a a division of the Construction Forestry Maritime Mining and Energy Union, fighting for workers rights across industries including diving, ferries, offshore oil and gas, port services, shipping, and stevedoring since 1872.

For more information visit the MUA website here.

Mining & Energy Union (MEU)

We are a proud supporter of Mining & Energy Union (MEU). MEU is a division of the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union, representing mining and energy workers for over 150 years. Click here to view the video for 2023 MEU AGM. 

For more information visit the MEU website here.

Victorian Trades Hall Council (VTHC)

We are a proud supporter of the Victorian Trades Hall Council. The Victorian Trades Hall Council functions as an organising body, bringing together 41 affiliated unions and representing over 500,000 union members. 

For more information visit the VTHC website here.

Electrical Trades Union (ETU) - Victoria

We are a proud supporter of the Electrical Trades Union. The Electrical Trades Union represents members working in the electrical and communications contracting industry, power, manufacturing, eduction, hospitality, aerospace, food and other industries.  

For more information visit the ETU website here.

Meatworkers Union (AMIEU)

Unity Bank is a proud supporter of the AMIEU Australian Meat Industry Employees Union. They protect the rights of workers across all areas of meat and related sectors.  

For more information visit the AMIEU website here.

Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU)

Unity Bank is a proud supporter of the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union. They fight for a fair deal for Australian workers, they represent tens of thousands of workers in all areas of manufacturing including; food and confectionary; metal and engineering; printing, design and packaging; technical, laboratory, supervisory and administrative; and vehicle building, service and repair.

For more information visit the AMWU website here.

Working Waves

Unity Bank has sponsored the annual MUA Working Waves event for over 20 years. This surfing competition is held over a single day at Norah Head, a surf beach on the Central Coast of NSW and is organised through the MUA Newcastle Branch. It is always enthusiastically supported by members and sponsors, with some competitors travelling from interstate. The MUA retired members have the “Barbie” going all day and it is a great event for MUA members, family, and friends. Click here to see the video of 2023 MUA Working Waves event.

May Day events

Unity Bank is a proud supporter of May Day events around Australia. May Day is a celebration of International Workers Day where many MUA and MEU members take part in marches held in all capital cities and regional towns. Click here to view the video for 2023 May Day Newcastle. 

For more information visit the MUA or CFMEU websites.

Our communities

We understand the importance of supporting local communities through sponsorship, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact. To achieve this, we leverage the power of our extensive national branch network, which allows us to reach communities across the nation. Through this network, we have established long-term relationships and commitment with the communities.

Chromefest

Unity Bank is a proud support of Chromefest. Chromefest is a three day event held at The Entrance, NSW and is a tribute to classic American autos, hot rods, lowriders, rock n roll and rockabilly. To find more information about this event, visit www.chromefest.org

Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce

We are a proud sponsor of the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce. The CBCC is a not-for-profit business advocacy group that connects local businesses and supports business growth in the Canterbury Bankstown region and beyond. To find out more, visit: www.cbchamber.org.au

Collie Show

We are a proud supporter of Collie Show. The show showcases all agricultural importance, which is a part of cultural life in a small country town like Collie. For more information visit the Collie Show Facebook page.

Royal Bathurst Show

We are the major sponsor of the Royal Bathurst Show. The Show has long been regarded as the 'best show in the west" and has boasted an average annual attendance in excess of 20,000 people. The Show is organised by Bathurst Agricultural, Horticultural & Pastoral Association, a charitable community organisation who for over 150 years have been promoting agricultural activities and all aspects of rural and country life in the Bathurst area.

For more information visit www.bathurstshow.com.au

Carols by Candlelight - Bathurst

We are the major sponsor of the Mitchell Conservatorium’s annual Carols by Candlelight event. Known as the Reliance Bank Carols by Candelight this free event is held mid-December. It is a wonderful night out for families as the Bathurst community joins in singing Christmas carols, with entertainment featuring local performers. For more information please visit www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au

Local Schools

We proudly support many local schools with donations to school fetes, charity events, fundraisers and presentation nights. Some of the schools we support include Blayney High, Kandos High, Kandos Primary, Bathurst South Public and Trundle School.


Sports

We believe in the importance of promoting physical fitness and healthy lifestyles in the communities we serve. By sponsoring the local sporting clubs and events, we are helping to build stronger, healthier and more connected communities.

Westies Joggers Festival of the Feet

We are a proud supporter of the Western Districts Joggers and Harriers, a running club at Lake Gillawarna in Georges Hall in Sydney, meeting every Saturday morning. Each year they host the Festival of the Feet, where people can participate in 21.1km, 14km, 7km or 3km. All ages and abilities are welcome to enter. If you’d like to find out more, visit www.westiesjoggers.com/home/

Collie Eagles Women's Inaugural Football Team

We are a proud supporter of the Collie Eagles Women's Inaugural Football Team. For more information please visit the Collie Eagles Football Club Facebook page.