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It's the protection of your job, it makes sense to be protected  


For us members the organisers are there to help us if we have problems to work through it with the management, then I know exactly what my rights are and that they are being protected  


Being a member of the SDA is important because I'm not good at speaking up so I need assitance to help negotiate on my behalf.  


You should join the SDA because the SDA can give help and guidance. It’s like insurance for your job. Peace of mind with the SDA.  


News Articles

Attached is a link to a clever cartoon showing the importance of the minimum wage and the role of the unions. http://workinglife.org.au/minimum-wage-story# ...

I’m pleased to report that your union has had a big win for younger workers in the 100% Pay at 18+ campaign. The Fair Work Commission has backed our claim, ruling that the General Retail Industry Award should be changed to ensure that 20-year-olds are paid full adult rates. 100% Pay for ...

7th January 2014
1300 ASK SDA

The SDA WA member helpline 1300 ASK SDA (1300 275 732) This new service allows SDA members to ask confidential questions about their pay and other entitlements or any other issues at work.  The helpline is staffed from 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday and from 10am to 2pm on Saturdays. ...

100% pay at 18+ - it just makes sense The journey so far.... Your union has had a huge year campaigning to stand up for the rights of younger retail workers. In April 2013, the SDA kicked off a national campaign – 100% Pay at 18+ to make sure adults working in retail are paid th ...

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Testimonials

It's the protection of your job, it makes sense to be protected  


For us members the organisers are there to help us if we have problems to work through it with the management, then I know exactly what my rights are and that they are being protected  


Being a member of the SDA is important because I'm not good at speaking up so I need assitance to help negotiate on my behalf.  


You should join the SDA because the SDA can give help and guidance. It’s like insurance for your job. Peace of mind with the SDA.