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MEAA Easter hours

MEAA Member Central (1300 65 65 13/members@meaa.org) will be closed over the Easter long weekend and will re-open, Tuesday, April ...

Michael Balk elected new MEAA Federal President

MEAA has new national leadership following the election of Michael Balk as Federal President to replace Simon Collins, who has ...

MEAA statement on freedom of political opinion in relation to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Israel and Palestine

In response to increasing expressions of concern from our membership, the Musicians, Equity, and Entertainment, Crew and Sport sections of ...

MEAA Member Central Holiday Hours

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

Navigating an ever-changing landscape

The past year has highlighted the importance of adaptability and innovation in our industries,  says Federal President Simon Collins ...

My MEAA Story: Merryn Schofield

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Merryn Schofield is a freelance screen art department worker ...

Reversal of funding cuts a great result for the NSW screen industry

The restoration of funding for the NSW screen industry will ensure thousands of jobs and small businesses remain in the ...

Creative Workplaces will help to deliver safe and fair jobs in the arts and entertainment sectors

MEAA welcomes the Federal Government’s commitment to safer and fairer workplaces across all art forms with the establishment of the ...

Beware of clauses that undermine screen crew contracts

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There has been increase in clauses appearing in contracts that undermine crew conditions. Always make sure you read your contract ...

SAG-AFTRA Strike Q&A

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Why has SAG-AFTRA called a strike? The 160,000 members of SAG-AFTRA, Hollywood's largest union, authorised a strike if a new ...