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The SDA stands up for workers' rights in

Retail, Fast Food & Warehousing

Who is the SDA for?

If you work in retail, the SDA is the union for you.

SDA members work in:

  • Supermarkets
  • Department stores
  • Discount stores
  • Hardware stores
  • Liquor
  • Op shops
  • Pharmacies

If you work in fast food, the SDA is the union for you.

SDA members working in fast food can include:

  • Fast food chains
  • Takeaway food shops
  • Bakeries (customer service)

If you work in warehousing or distribution centres, the SDA is the union for you.

Our warehouse members work to supply:

  • Retailers
  • Pharmacies

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Why join the SDA?

  • Advice & support
    Need help at work? Our experts are here if you need help at work or answers to your workplace questions.
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  • A safer workplace
    It's our priority to ensure your workplace is safe and free from hazards, harassment and bullying.
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  • Legal advice & representation
    We can represent you if you need help with a workplace problem including workers compensation, unfair dismissal or dispute resolution.
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  • Industry negotiations
    The SDA represents you in negotiations with your employer for improved pay and conditions including pay rises.
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  • Discounts & offers
    We have a great discount program and a range of offers such as discounts on retailers, dining and experiences just for SDA members.
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  • A voice at work
    From workplace disputes and meetings to the bargaining table, the SDA gives you a voice at work and makes sure you’re treated fairly and with respect.
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Across Australia

SDA Members make your workplace better, fairer and safer.

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Across Newcastle & Northern
The SDA is at work with you.

In 2024 so far we've:

  • Secured a pay rise for thousands of SDA members.

  • Negotiated new Enterprise Agreements, delivering higher wages and better entitlements for thousands of workers

  • Recovered over $7 million in claims and compensation for SDA members.

About the SDA
David Bliss
David Bliss
David Bliss

Branch Secretary
Newcastle & Northern

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Breach of Rosters at Dan Murphy’s
“After a review by the SDA regarding potential breaches of rostered working hours, Dan Murphy’s members have collectively been back paid over $20,000!
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Newcastle, Central Coast & Hunter Valley
IGA workers stand up for their super
“Workers at Carlos Super IGA Quirindi stood together and, with the help of their Union, recently recovered an estimated $66,000 in unpaid superannuation.
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Newcastle, Central Coast & Hunter Valley

Our campaigns

Adult Age = Adult Wage Blue Adult Age = Adult Wage logo
Removing junior rates for 18-20 year olds
Adult Age = Adult Wage
If you're 18 or older working in retail, fast food or pharmacy - we believe you should be paid the full adult rate of pay.
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National
Better wages – we’re worth it Text that reads: 'BETTER WAGES WE'RE WORTH IT'
Pushing for your wages to go up
Better wages – we’re worth it
Every year, the SDA runs a strong campaign to secure a pay rise for you.
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National
No One Deserves A Serve SDA Union No One Deserves a Serve campaign logo
The customer isn't always right
No One Deserves A Serve
The SDA's ongoing campaign to eliminate abuse and violence from customers towards workers.
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National

Got questions?
We've got answers.

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I’m not being paid when I take my breaks – is this right?
My manager told me I need to cover my shift when I’m sick
I’m casual but I practically work full time – what can I do?
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Latest SDA news & events

02/12/24
Delegate of the Month – November 2024
Meet our SDA Newcastle & Northern Delegate of the Month November 2024.
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Newcastle, Central Coast & Hunter Valley
29/11/24
SDA submission to the ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay’ Review
SDA submission to the 'Secure Jobs, Better Pay' Review
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National
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