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MEDIA RELEASE | Major settlement proposed in SDA’s ALDI underpayment class action

A proposed settlement in the SDA’s ALDI Foods class action will finally resolve a long running dispute over what the SDA contended was unpaid work performed before and after rostered shifts.

Workers secure 4.75% pay rise as unions continue fighting for better wages

The SDA has welcomed the Fair Work Commission’s decision to award a 4.75% increase to award wages, delivering a significant pay rise for millions of Australian workers.

SDA REPRESENTING MEMBERS ON THE WORKPLACE ISSUES THAT MATTER

Every day, SDA members see firsthand how the rules of work affect their lives - from whether your paid properly, to how much time off you receive to enjoy life outside of work, or to care for family. The SDA doesn’t just negotiate your workplace conditions with your employer we make sure you’re represented when government or parliamentary inquiries examine workplace laws.

Big Wins for Workers from 1 July

Big workplace changes are coming into effect from 1 July – all thanks to union action! Here’s a quick overview of what’s changing and what it means for you.

Newcastle, Central Coast & Hunter Valley

Chemist Warehouse workers owed tens of millions in backpay over misclassifications

This ruling could have far-reaching consequences for Chemist Warehouse, and could lead to more than $10 million in compensation for impacted workers.

SA, NT & Broken Hill

The SDA’s Guide to what’s changing on July 1 for retail, fast food and warehousing workers

As the union for retail, fast food and warehousing workers, the SDA works hard to increase your take-home pay and ensure your pay keeps up with the cost of living.

SA, NT & Broken Hill

First-ever Agreement finalised at National Pharmacies

After extensive negotiations with the company, the SDA has secured the first-ever Enterprise Agreement for National Pharmacies workers.

SA, NT & Broken Hill

Adelaide McDonald’s workers take to the witness stand in their fight for compensation over denied paid breaks

South Australian McDonald’s workers are on the witness stand at the Federal Court this week, giving evidence that McDonald’s denied them their legal right to paid 10-minute breaks.

SA, NT & Broken Hill

MEDIA RELEASE | Retail workers welcome pay rise

The SDA, the biggest private sector union in the country, welcomes the Fair Work Commission’s Annual Wage Decision to increase wages by 4.75 percent from July 1 for its 200,000 plus members.

Unions have won a 4.75% pay rise for millions of workers

The Fair Work Commission handed down its Annual Wage Review decision this morning, increasing award wages and the minimum wage by [X%]. This increase applies from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2026.

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