My bills aren't discounted, so my pay shouldn't be either
– Retail Worker, VIC
Adult Age = Adult Wage
The SDA has lodged a ground breaking case in the Fair Work Commission to abolish junior rates of pay for workers aged 18 years and older in retail, fast food and pharmacy.
About the campaign
The SDA has filed a groundbreaking case in the Fair Work Commission to abolish junior pay rates for workers aged 18 and older in retail, fast food, and pharmacy. The case seeks to ensure all adults receive the full adult wage, with key proposals to raise pay for 18-20-year-olds and adjust rates for younger workers. The SDA aims to end age-based pay discrimination, advocating for equal wages for all workers of adult age, regardless of experience or age.
key progress
Adult Age = Adult Wage
The SDA has lodged a ground breaking case in the Fair Work Commission to abolish junior rates of pay is for workers aged 18 years and older in retail, fast food and pharmacy. Our case for those of an Adult Age to be paid an Adult Wage. We seek to lift the Award rates of pay for:
- All 20-year-olds regardless of how long they have been with the company to the full adult wage currently 90% in fast food and pharmacy (90% in retail for the first 6 months of employment)
- 19-year-olds to the full adult wage from 80%
- 18-year-olds to the full adult wage from 70%
- 17-year-olds to 75% from 60%, and
- Under 16-year-olds to 50% from 45% in retail and pharmacy and 40% in fast food.
Want to find out more about the campaign or lend your support? Head to www.adultageadultwage.com.au
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a union?
A union is an organisation of workers who join together to achieve common workplace goals through collective bargaining. A union represents workers in a particular industry by negotiating for job security, fair pay and better working conditions. A union provides members with workplace information, support and advice, workplace representation when a problem arises, and legal representation for underpayments, unfair dismissals and workers compensation.
What is the SDA?
The SDA is an independent and not-for-profit union that represents workers employed in retail, warehousing, fast food, pharmacy, hair and beauty, and modelling industries.
We act on behalf of our diverse members to protect workers rights, improving pay and conditions.
Who does the SDA represent?
Any worker working in the retail, warehousing, fast food, pharmacy, hair and beauty, and modelling industries can join the SDA.
How do I join the SDA?
How can I get support?
For support from the SDA, call the SDA Office at (03) 9698 1400, Free call 1800 133 048 or email info@sdavic.org
What are the benefits?
Being an SDA member means that you are never alone as a worker, and if you ever have any concern about your pay and conditions at work - the SDA has your back every step of the way. SDA members are united and stronger together.
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