About GWU
GWU is backingMembers First
The UWU election is now underway. This vote will shape the future direction of our union, how members are represented, and how workplace campaigns are built in the years ahead.
Voting is open
Time left to vote
Get your ballot in the mail so that it arrives before 10:00am AEST on 28 May 2026.
AEC Event Number
E2025/208
Need a replacement ballot?
Contact the AEC if your vote pack hasn’t arrived.
What is the UWU election?
Every four years, UWU holds a national convention of elected union delegates who come together to discuss our priorities for the coming years. During convention, UWU delegates, the Member Council and the National Executive discuss strategy and make sure our aims align with the mission of our union.
These elections matter because they influence the union's direction, priorities, organising culture and accountability to members.
Member vote
UWU members get a direct say in who represents them.
Union direction
The result helps shape how the union is run and what it prioritises.
Power
Leadership choices affect organising, delegate support and campaigns.
How to vote
The ballot opened on 30 April 2026 and closes at 10:00am AEST on 28 May 2026. Postal vote packs are sent to the address listed in UWU's member records.
Check your mail
Your postal vote pack should arrive at the address currently registered with UWU.
Vote and return it
Fill out your ballot and return it as soon as possible so your vote is counted.
Need a replacement?
Contact the AEC and provide event number E2025/208 if your pack has not arrived.
If your ballot pack has not arrived
If you haven't received your postal vote pack within 10 days after the ballot opens, you can contact the AEC to request a replacement. You will need to provide event number E2025/208. If you recently changed address and it has not been updated in UWU's member records, contact UWU immediately to update your address.
Why GWU is backing Members First
We're backing Members First because we believe in building a stronger, more connected union for Grill'd workers. Their platform centres member power, stronger delegates, face-to-face organising, financial transparency and a more open union culture.
Lacey Comiskey is standing for Member Convention
Former Grill'd worker and UWU member Lacey Comiskey is standing for election to the UWU Member Convention as part of the Members First team. Lacey has been active in supporting Grill'd workers, including standing with UWU members during the 2024/25 EA campaign. We wish her the best of luck.
Make your vote count
This election is an important part of the direction we take as a union. Fill out your ballot and return it before voting closes.
About Grill'd Workers United
Grill'd Workers United (GWU) is an independent, worker-led campaign made up of UWU members who work at Grill'd. We are not formally part of, or endorsed by, the United Workers Union. However, we are all members of UWU and have worked alongside the union to advance the interests of Grill'd workers.