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SA Unions SA Unions is the peak Trade Union Council for South Australia, representing 160,000 union members. We do not accept online bullying, harassment or trolls.

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📢 Come work with us! We’re hiring an Education and Outreach Organiser and a Legal Service Project Officer to help young ...
09/10/2026

📢 Come work with us!

We’re hiring an Education and Outreach Organiser and a Legal Service Project Officer to help young South Australians feel safe, supported, and empowered at work.

Check out the opportunities here – https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/jobs-at-sa-unions

Working conditions in the early days of the South Australian colony were nothing like they are today.Most people had to ...
04/10/2026

Working conditions in the early days of the South Australian colony were nothing like they are today.

Most people had to work at least 12 hours a day and often seven days a week. Workers had no health and safety protections and no support when they got hurt.

Wages were so low that most families had to send their children out to work to make ends meet.

Many workers had no job security and had to wait on the street or outside the factory gate, hoping to be picked for one day’s work.

It was a criminal offence to even talk about going on strike for better wages and conditions.

Workers in their unions fought for and won the conditions we take for granted today.

Today’s public holiday celebrates their courage and sacrifice.

If you’re not a member yet, there’s no better day to join: https://saunions.org.au/campaigns/for-the-workers/

Nominations for the 2026 SA Unions Awards are closing soon 🚨Don't miss this chance to recognise the union delegates, HSR...
27/09/2026

Nominations for the 2026 SA Unions Awards are closing soon 🚨

Don't miss this chance to recognise the union delegates, HSRs, members, and officials who are making South Australia a fairer place.

Nominations close at 11:59PM on Wednesday 30 September ⏰

Head online to nominate - https://saunions.org.au/awards2026/

Workers on South Australia’s minimum wage will see a 6% increase in their next pay packet 👀The South Australian Employme...
24/09/2026

Workers on South Australia’s minimum wage will see a 6% increase in their next pay packet 👀

The South Australian Employment Tribunal has listened to union members and delivered an increase which takes our state’s minimum wage to $1,023 per week.

Workers covered by state awards are also receiving a wage increase of 4.75% 📈

State public sector and local government workers are the backbone of the essential services all South Australians rely on. These increases are well-deserved recognition for their hard work to make our community a better place.

Union members fought for this pay rise.

If you’re not a member yet, now’s the time to join – https://saunions.org.au/campaigns/for-the-workers/

24/09/2026

Happy 1st anniversary to SA Migrant Workers! 🎂

Every worker in Australia has the same rights at work, no matter your visa status or where you come from.

Workers are safer and more empowered when they understand their rights and know what support is available.

SA Migrant Workers have spent the last year travelling to every corner of our state to deliver trusted information and connect workers with the support they need.

As we celebrate this milestone, you’re invited to be part of the next chapter!

Check out upcoming information sessions and sign up for one near you 📅 https://www.samigrantworkers.org.au/information-sessions/

Across South Australia, non-disclosure agreements are being used as a blunt tool to silence victim-survivors of workplac...
23/09/2026

Across South Australia, non-disclosure agreements are being used as a blunt tool to silence victim-survivors of workplace sexual harassment.

Workers in their unions are driving the campaign to restrict the misuse of NDAs.

Victoria has legislated. We’re next in the conversation.

Join our free online info session with special guest Wil Stracke from the Victorian Trades Hall Council to find out what’s changed in Victoria, what’s happening at home, and how workers and their unions can get involved to win fairer protections for victim-survivors.

It’s a chance to get informed, claim our power, and have a strong voice in what comes next.

Register today - https://www.addevent.com/calendar/pkn72ngt3r99

Vale Joanne Sutton, our wonderful and beloved comrade.Jo was a shining star of the South Australian union movement.Jo po...
18/09/2026

Vale Joanne Sutton, our wonderful and beloved comrade.

Jo was a shining star of the South Australian union movement.

Jo poured her boundless, infectious energy into the fight for social justice for more than two decades.

Jo was compassionate, thoughtful, intelligent, fierce, and incredibly kind.

She was a talented and driven organiser, campaigner, and leader.

The ranks of our movement are filled with unionists that Jo brought into the fold.

Jo led the chants on International Women’s Day, passionately advocated for “Yes”, and took on hundreds of jobs, big and small, to make our community a fairer place.

Her loss is unfathomable.

The sadness and grief felt by the many who met, respected, admired, and loved Jo is profound and deep.

SA Unions extends its deepest sympathy to Jo’s family, her friends, and her comrades.

Rest in power, wonderful Jo.

16/09/2026

How hard is it to back Australian teachers?

New research has sounded the alarm about a rise in disrespect towards female teachers and students in our schools 🚨

Almost half of teachers are at risk of leaving the profession thanks to a rise in sexism, aggression, and gender-based violence.

And how do One Nation and Coalition politicians respond? Rolling out half-baked talking points from weird corners of the internet to somehow blame teachers 🤦‍♀️

Teachers are qualified professionals that give their all for students.

They need support through clear policies, proper resources, and strong leadership to make workplaces safe.

A company that just posted an $81 million profit can probably afford to pay industry standard wages 🤷CEPU SA members who...
10/09/2026

A company that just posted an $81 million profit can probably afford to pay industry standard wages 🤷

CEPU SA members who work for Service Stream at Edinburgh RAAF Base are taking industrial action in response to the company pushing out an offer with pay and conditions below industry standard.

This small but mighty cohort of workers need all the support we can give them to win a fair deal.

Come along tomorrow morning to show your solidarity (and grab a BBQ breakfast) ✊

Many injured workers dealing with SA’s compensation system face barriers which stop them receiving the support they dese...
06/09/2026

Many injured workers dealing with SA’s compensation system face barriers which stop them receiving the support they deserve.

That’s why we’re hosting a free training for lawyers and industrial officers to develop their skills and learn how to run a claim from injury to compensation.

This session will be jointly presented by Peter McCusker, former President of the South Australian Employment Tribunal, and Adrian Meegan, barrister.

Come along to learn how you can support workers when they need it the most.

Register here – https://evt.to/1fqr44q9b2gw

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