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Christensen’s ‘defence’ of penalty rates in retail & fast food farcical
George Christensen MP’s recent announcement that he would be introducing a private members bill to protect penalty rates is a farcical stunt designed to grab headlines and deceive workers in his electorate into thinking he actually cares about their take home pay. SDA National Secretary Gerard Dwyer said that in an effort to save his political skin Mr Christensen was
Paid Parental Leave Protected for retail workers!
The Liberal Government has backed down from cuts to paid parental leave following pressure from unions, including the SDA. This is great news for retail workers who would have been some of the hardest hit by their proposed changes. The Liberal Government has tried to slash Paid Parental Leave four times in four years – which would have disadvantaged retail
SDA appealing penalty rates cuts for retail, fast food & pharmacy workers in court
SDA appealing the Fair Work decision to cut penalty rates. The Fair Work Commission’s decision to cut penalty for retail, fast food and pharmacy workers covered by Awards is unfair – we want it stopped. It will devastate thousands of hard-working Australians in retail, fast food and pharmacy– making it harder for you and your family to get by. It’s
SDA launches advertising blitz to protect penalty rates
The SDA has stepped up the campaign to protect penalty rates launching a multi-media advertising blitz in key Federal marginal electorates across the country. SDA National Secretary Gerard Dwyer said radio, print, outdoor and digital blitzes would be backed by on the ground activities in major shopping centres. “Hard working retail and fast food employees stand to lose between $2,000
Are you eligible for Dad & Partner Pay?
Unions, including the SDA, have long-argued for fair Paid Parental Leave for working Australian families. The SDA continues to protect the current scheme, which aims to give new parents time off to spend with their newborn as recommended by the World Health Organisation. The current scheme also provides for Dad and Partner Pay, which is an important entitlement that may be
