Support ABC Staff Standing Up for Quality Public Broadcasting

ABC staff are taking 24-hour strike action from 11am Weds 25 Mar in a bid to secure sustainable jobs, fair pay and improved working conditions, and to protect the quality news and programming Australians rely on. 

After months of negotiations, workers at the ABC have been left with below‑inflation wages, ongoing job insecurity and growing workloads. These conditions threaten not only their livelihoods, but the quality of the ...

Stronger Together: SBS Staff Secure Key Wins

SBS staff have voted to approve a new Enterprise Agreement, following a hard-fought campaign that delivered significant improvements. Members secured meaningful wins after a historic ‘no’ vote in December, the first in over a decade, forcing management back to the table. The improved deal includes:

● A $1,500 bonus on top of 3% annual pay rises

● Increased casual loading

● Expanded parental ...

MEAA winners of the 2026 AACTA Awards

MEAA would like to congratulate all our talented members who were recognised at the 2026 AACTA Awards:

Best Stand-Up Special: Celia Pacquola,  I’m As Surprised As You Are Best Production Design in Television: Bev Dunn, The Narrow Road to the Deep North – Episode 1 Best Sound in Television:  Nick Emond, The Narrow Road to the Deep North – Episode 1 Best Production Design ...

In Memory of Lynn Gailey

Lynn Gailey, a deeply respected figure in Australia’s film and television industry, passed away on 4 January 2026, leaving behind an enduring legacy of advocacy, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to the people who bring stories to life. 

Lynn made a significant and lasting contribution to the Australian screen landscape through her service as Director, Film Development at the Australian Film Commission and in roles ranging from continuity to ...

MEAA Member Central Holiday Hours

MEAA Member Central will be staffed the following hours (AEDT) during the holiday period