The September/October SDA Newsletter has hit the mail boxes of members across Queensland. In this issue, we explore the consequences of banks running our super, reveal the winners of our lucky draw and discuss how the SDA protects the rights of casual members.
Take a look inside!
No matter what your circumstances, you have the right to your legal wages and conditions.
The SDA will support you to recover your legal entitlements. We will also ensure you are protected if you come forward with this evidence. To assist, we have established a website and a hotline you can access to find information for your rights.
If you think you have been underpaid, let us know. Go to the SDA’s 24-7 Eleven Workers Helpline site or phone 131-SDA.
We are here to help.
Workers doorknock Brisbane; skies fill with penalty rates message
Brisbane residents can expect a knock on the door this weekend as workers take to the streets, speaking to residents about the imminent threat of a cut to penalty rates for weekend workers.
Brisbane workers will join thousands in key electorates across the country taking part in the national door-knock.
At the same time, the skies over Brisbane will be filled with a clear message to our federal politicians: Protect Penalty Rates.
Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association (SDA) Queensland Secretary, Chris Gazenbeek, said with workers facing a multi-pronged attack on their penalty rates, including from the Prime Minister and the Productivity Commission, workers have been forced to take action.
“We’ll be out in force on the weekend, door-knocking local residents to speak with them about the impact a cut to weekend penalty rates would have on our community,” Mr Gazenbeek said.
“A cut to penalty rates is a cut to take-home pay that workers can’t afford and don’t deserve.
“This is an attack on some of our lowest paid workers. Penalty rates are often the only thing helping workers make ends meet. Stripping them away will be disastrous for many local families.
“Weekends still mean something in Australia. Penalty rates are vital compensation for workers who miss out on so much to keep our community running over the weekends.”
MEDIA ALERT
Door-knocking:
Workers will be door-knocking homes at various locations around Brisbane on both Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th.
Media contact: Alison Brearley 07 3833 9500
