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 recognise 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.
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.
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.
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 below to see the video of 2023 MUA Working Waves event.
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.
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 the Royal Bathurst Show website.
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 visit the Mitchell Conservatorium website.
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.
Unity Bank is a proud sponsor of the Trundle Bush Tucker Day. It is a beloved Australian festival for the whole family to enjoy, featuring the National Bush Cook Championship, cooking competitions, entertaining cooking demonstrations, shearing demonstrations, bush tucker cuisine sampling, various rides and activities for the kids, and live entertainment. Two employees had the opportunity to represent Unity Bank this year.
Click below to find out about their experience.
As a major sponsor, we proudly support the Avondale Community Carols in Cooranbong, NSW. The Christmas Carols are an incredibly special event for the Cooranbong community. Every year, the event has an enjoyable array of entertainment for people of all ages: performances by various singers and bands, appearances by Santa Claus, exciting activities like Jumping castles and carnival rides, and a variety of food trucks to satisfy your cravings.
For more information visit the Avondale Community Carols website.
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.
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.
For more information visit the Westies Joggers Festival of the Feet website.
