People and Culture

UniSuper is the industry fund dedicated primarily to those who work and study in the Australian higher education and research sector. ECU staff have the option to build and manage their Super throughout their working life and into retirement including electing to salary sacrifice a portion of salary into a superannuation account.

A dedicated UniSuper Superannuation Consultant is based at the ECU Joondalup Campus in Building 1. Room 1.240 next to Visitors Centre Reception.  There is no cost for using this service and they can provide general advice on any matter related to your UniSuper account or refer you to a Financial Adviser for personalised advice on your super and other financial matters.

To make an appointment use the UniSuper online booking system and self-select a date and time that is convenient for you.

Check out the Welcome to UniSuper video for an overview of their services.

Appointments are also available at Mount Lawley and South West Campus throughout the year or online.

Alternatively, you can visit the website or call the general information helpline on 1800 331 685

Potential tax savings

Salary packaging allows you to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. ECU offers staff the option to salary sacrifice the following through payroll directly: superannuation; ECU Sports Gym Memberships; Kids Holiday Programs; staff giving and parking. ECU also has two providers to manage other salary packaging options such as work related computers, iPads and novated car leasing.  Maxxia and nlc who both provide a full range of salary packaging services.  For more details visit the salary and superannuation ECU web page.

Uggs

ECU staff can now access a 10% discount on factory direct Ugg boots, slippers and kids Uggs. Free Australia-wide delivery & Afterpay available.

Simply use discount code "ECU10" at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. Not available in conjunction with any other offer www.uggs.com.au.

GFP Graduations

Discounted purchase options of academic regalia are available through GFP Graduations.

ECU Regalia Sets: https://shop.gfpgraduations.com.au/collections/ecu/academic-dress

Please note the discount code cannot be applied through the ceremony portal, but can be applied manually prior to purchase. Please contact GFP for instructions on how to have the discount applied on 1300 360 445 or by email info@gfp.com.au

Optus mobile and broadband

The Optus Employee Advantage Program offers ECU employees, family and friends great value deals on mobile and broadband plans.

Visit the Optus Employee Advantage Program Portal to find out more.

Maxxia Rewards

ECU's Salary Packaging provider Maxxia offer access to the Maxxia Rewards program which provides discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more. From big name brands to boutique specials, you can reward yourself in hundreds of different ways.

Access the rewards by registering on the secure, online member portal - https://www.maxxia.com.au/rewards
It may take a few days for your registration to be verified and activated.
The program is open to all ECU Staff.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia

Commonwealth Bank offers exclusive banking benefits and discounts on their products and services for employees of Edith Cowan University. There are also other lifestyle benefits available relating to travel & health; sports and entertainment, retail and gifts.

For more information please visit our dedicated website https://www.commbank.com.au/offers/workplace-banking.html Login EPP924 or email workplacebankingWA@cba.com.au

As an employee, you can access discounted tickets to the ECU Joondalup Pines outdoor cinema!

During the summer months, the ECU Joondalup Pines outdoor cinema located on our Joondalup Campus, is home to the Telethon Community Cinemas film program.

Run by over 700 volunteers, Telethon Community Cinemas proudly donate all profits to kids’ charities through Telethon. That means when you watch a movie at ECU Joondalup Pines, you’ll be helping hundreds of WA kids in need.

This year the season opens on Saturday 19 November and runs until 22 April 2023.

As an ECU employee you can access discounted tickets at the door by showing your ECU staff card. Discount only applies to the holder and can only be accessed at the ECU Joondalup Pines venue.

Find out more at ECU Joondalup Pines or check out the program at www.communitycinemas.com.au

Apple

Apple offers education pricing to ECU students and staff. Please visit the Education Store to take advantage of the offers.

1. Please visit the Apple Education Store
2. Select the product you would like to purchase and the follow the prompts to finalise your purchase.

Discounts from Dell

Dell offers a special discount for ECU staff and students via their purchasing program.

How to redeem your discount?

1. Click on this link Dell Purchasing Program
2. Enter your academic email address to validate and receive your exclusive coupon code.
3. Tick the box if you agree to opt into receiving marketing communications etc.
4. Click the Submit Button.
5. Check your email for your exclusive coupon from Dell.
6. Follow the instructions on how to apply your exclusive coupon to purchase selected product

Need Help?

Dell offer a Chat online service (click the Chat online link in the top left corner of any page on the Dell site www.dell.com.au.
Alternatively you can contact them on 1800 812 393.

Visit the DCS Knowledgebase article 'Are computer hardware discounts available to students and staff?' for more information

Access to discounted software

Through our licensing agreements some software is available for staff use on personal devices.

Visit this guide from the IT Services Team for all the free and discounted software options available including:

• OnTheHub - providing staff and students with a wide range of software at discounted prices.
• ECU's Free Software Download Service - as  the name implies, free software for use on personal devices
• Microsoft Office 365 and Collaboration Tools -  install M365 applications for free on your personal devices. Log onto the  www.office.com portal with your ECU credentials, then download apps by clicking on the 'Install apps' drop down box in the top right of the screen.

BUPA

Bupa corporate cover offers great value, up to 100% cover for the things you use most, as well as gap free dental and physio for children to the age of 25, plus cover for health and wellness activities like gym membership. Also if you have cover with another health fund Bupa will waive waiting periods to the equivalent level of your current cover. Find out what Bupa can do to help you ‘Find a healthier you’.

For more information call 134 135 and quote company number 2108333, or email ECU@bupa.com.au or visit the Bupa corporate health website and login with username: edithcowan and password: health

Alternatively drop by your local Bupa retail centre.

HBF

HBF corporate cover can offer you generous discounts and waive some waiting periods. Direct debit your HBF health insurance from your salary and enjoy corporate rates.

To access the HBF corporate member rates you will need to email corphealth@hbf.com.au or visit a branch quoting ECU's member number 39867092, your Staff Number and ECU email address.

Visit https://www.hbf.com.au/about-hbf/corporate-health-plans for more information and to book a branch appointment.

HIF

HIF offer discounts on their retail products for ECU Staff.

For a quote visit the ECU's exclusive HIF Memberships webpage and use  ECU's group discount code G0186.

Payment must be made by payroll deduction (post tax) to obtain the discount. To arrange a payroll deduction for your HIF health insurance contact your health fund who will then advise ECU Payroll.

Medibank

With Medibank Corporate health cover plan, you'll know you're getting the best deal available from Medibank with a flexible range of health cover options. You can choose the combination of hospital and extras cover that best suits your needs, lifestyle and budget. For more information:

Book a virtual consult | Go to corporate.medibank.com.au/ecu | Email wacorporate@medibank.com.au | Call 131 680

Staff health and wellness program

ECU's health and wellness program is open to all staff, including on-going, part-time, casual and sessional staff. The program covers a wide range of physical, nutritional, mental and social wellness activities including: free health checks, free flu vaccinations and free confidential counselling for ECU staff and immediate family members.

Fitting in wellness sessions at lunchtime, for example exercise or nutrition classes, can be a great way to create new healthy habits. Small changes can translate into long term benefits to your health.

For more information visit the health and wellness program page.

Fitness Passport

Edith Cowan University have partnered with Fitness Passport to give you exclusive access to a significantly discounted fitness membership.

Fitness Passport members and their family have access to a network of 70+ gyms, pools and fitness centres for one low membership fee.

Visit the Staff health and wellbeing resource hub for more information.

ECU Sports

ECU Sport and Fitness Centres are here to guide you on your health and fitness journey and support you to be the very best version of yourself.

Conveniently located on Joondalup and Mount Lawley Campuses, ECU Fitness Centres provide:

• $40 Group Fitness only monthly package option
• Full Gym Memberships include fortnightly or discounted upfront options
• Salary sacrifice options available
• Open 7 days a week
• Joondalup or Mount Lawley locations
• FREE health appraisals and custom gym programs available every 8-12 weeks.
• Unlimited participation in all Group Fitness classes
• Ladies only gym section Free use of Joondalup tennis courts

There really is something for everyone at ECU Sport and Fitness Centre, so get in touch today and let the friendly team help you on your way to a healthier lifestyle.

With various membership options available you'll be sure to find one to suit your lifestyle, or you can sign up for Fitness Passport for full access to the ECU Fitness Centre and 70+ other gyms in WA!

For more information visit the ECU Sports or email ecusports@ecu.edu.au or call 6304 5778 / 6304 6000.

Health Services

ECU provide on-campus health services at Joondalup and Mount Lawley for the convenience of students and staff.

The clinics provide confidential, comprehensive general practitioner services to support your psychosocial and physical health, helping you to thrive.

Staff are billed by private account on the day of consultation.

Find out more at Student Health Services.

2023 Influenza Vaccine Clinics will be available from April, with staff being bulk billed for the consult and the fee for the vaccine being $20.

Flight Centre Corporate Benefits

Holiday like a VIP with personalised service and member-only perks!

You can access personalised service and exclusive benefits for leisure travel with ECU’s new Travel Management Provider, FCM Travel.

As a Flight Centre Corporate Benefits Member you’ll enjoy

• Access to the hottest travel deals!
• A welcome offer of $50 off your first booking.
• Exclusive $50 off per adult for every cruise, tour or Flight Centre holiday package of 7 nights or more.
• Up to 10% off Cover-More travel insurance

Visit the FCM Travel Hub or the Corporate Benefits information page to sign up or submit a booking enquiry to our team of dedicated travel experts.

Terms and conditions apply.

Airline Club Memberships

ECU has a corporate membership scheme with both Qantas and Virgin Australia.

Find out more on the Finance and Business Services Centre webpage.

Singapore Airlines Corporate Benefits Programme

ECU have been selected to participate in Singapore Airlines Corporate Staff Benefits Programme, which includes discounts on:

• Singapore Airlines flights – 5% discount on selected flights – explore destinations
• Seat selection – 10% discount
• Kris+ app
• KrisShop duty free shopping
• Pelago – to book experiences at selected Singapore Airlines destinations

This offer is available until 31 March 2025 and your ECU email must be used to verify your eligibility to access the offer.

Find out more about all the inclusions in this exciting offer.

If you would like to redeem the offer please review the booking instructions.

Free Electric Vehicle Charging Points

ECU provide electric vehicle (EV) charging points at Joondalup and Mount Lawley campuses.

The EV Charging points are free for Staff Parking Permit holders to use for a maximum of 2 hours and are located:

• Joondalup - behind the end-of-trip facilities at Building 31A, near Car Park 5
• Mount Lawley – in front of the Library in Car Park 1

Please BYO charging cable.

Campus Maps are available here.

AutoBahn

Autobahn Mechanical and Electrical Services are offering all ECU staff

• 10% discount on any service or repair, capped at $100 off.
• Complimentary wash and vacuum and
• ‘drop off and pick up’ service to and from ECU Joondalup.

Simply advise that you are a staff member at time of booking and show your staff ID card to receive the discount.

BMW Corporate Program

As an ECU staff member, take advantage of the exclusive discounts and benefits when buying a BMW from Auto Classic including:

• Complimentary BMW Service Inclusive for 3 years or 60,000kms.
• Recommended dealer delivery reduced to $1,850 excluding taxes.

For more information visit the BMW Professional Programme website or call Auto Classic on 08 9311 7577.

Mini Corporate Program

As an ECU staff member, take advantage of the range of discounts and benefits when buying a Mini including:

• Complimentary MINI Service Inclusive for 3 years or 60,000kms.
• Recommended dealer delivery reduced to $1,850 excluding taxes.

For more information visit the Mini Professional Programme website or call Auto Classic on 08 9311 7577.