COVID-19 advice and resources
Contact us for support
Our union is available to assist any member in need of support.
We encourage all members seeking advice to contact our union:
- 1800 177 937 (QLD)
- 1800 351 996 (NT)
- Email: memberalert@ieuqnt.org.au
Other resources
Australian Council of Trade Unions
- COVID-Aware Kit
- Australian Unions – Workers’ Rights, Tools & Resources for dealing with COVID-19
- Cleaning and disinfection alert
Queensland Council of Unions
Safe Work Australia
Other sources
- Coronavirus and Australian workplace laws (source: Fair Work Ombudsman)
Mental health support
In addition to the support available through our union, we encourage members to seek additional support if they are in need via:
- Your employer’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Beyond Blue COVID line – 1800 512 348 | https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/home
- Lifeline – 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au
- MindSpot – 1800 614 434 | www.mindspot.org.au
- Mensline – 1300 78 99 78 | www.mensline.org.au
- Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 | www.kidshelpline.com.au
Health advice
Members should ensure they seek health advice from reputable sources such as the Department of Health.
If you require medical assistance, call your GP, medical clinic or the national COVID-19 helpline (1800 020 080) for advice.
Government websites
Federal Government
- Australian Government page
- Department of Health
- Department of Home Affairs (for the latest information in your language)
- eSafety
Queensland
Northern Territory