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Casual workers finally win right to apply to go permanent

Casual workers will tomorrow win the right to request a move into permanent
employment – a move the union representing retail and fast-food workers says is a
huge step towards addressing Australia’s insecure work epidemic.

ACTU Congress 2018

ACTU Congress 2018

SDA Delegates were up in Brisbane for the three-yearly Congress of the Australian Council of Trade Unions — the top trade union body in Australia.

Safety Demands Action Week

Safety Demands Action Week

Reporting abusive customer behaviour is a key step towards a safer store.

Let's Stop SMIDSY Together!

Let's Stop SMIDSY Together!

Motorcycle riders face a distinct set of challenges, both on and off the road, from mutterings of ‘Sorry Mate, I Didn’t See You’ (SMIDSY), dangerous road surfaces and wire barriers, to inconsistent road rules from State to State.

No One Deserves A Serve Update

Abuse shouldn’t be in a day’s work. It is imperative that all SDA members are able to work in a safe environment.

Social Media at Work

Social Media at Work

As social media increases in popularity, many employers and employees are learning there’s a fine line between work and private lives when it comes to one’s online imprint.

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Caring for a loved one?

In a recent test case in the Fair Work Commission, the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) argued for stronger rights for parents and carers

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Leave to help you save lives.

The SDA strongly supports Australia’s system of voluntary blood donation.

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New family and domestic violence leave from 1 August

For many years, unions including the SDA have been campaigning for family and domestic violence leave to be included in Modern Awards.

Free and Safe Parking Campaign Update

Free and Safe Parking Campaign Update

We began our campaign for free and safe parking for retail and fast food workers in the second half of last year.

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