The SDA is an independent and non-for-profit union that represents workers employed in retail, fast food and warehouse sectors.
We act on behalf of our diverse members to protect workers rights and improve conditions and wages.
frequently asked questions
Here are some answers to question we commonly get asked at the SDA. If you can’t see an answer to your query, please contact the SDA.
What is the sda ?
Where do I have to work to be eligible fore membership?
Where do I have to work to be eligible fore membership?
Why should I join the sda?
Why should I join the sda?
If I change jobs, does my SDA membership transfer with me?
If I change jobs, does my SDA membership transfer with me?
Who/what are Delegates?
Who/what are Delegates?
What is the entitlement to long service leave?
What is the entitlement to long service leave?
How is long service leave calculated?
What happens to my long service leave if my hours of work are increased or reduced?
What happens to my long service leave if my hours of work are increased or reduced?
What happens to my long service leave if I resign or am terminated by the company?
What happens to my long service leave if I resign or am terminated by the company?
When can i take long service leave?
When can i take long service leave?
How am I paid when I take long service leave?
How am I paid when I take long service leave?
What if there is a pay rise while I am on long service leave?z
What if there is a pay rise while I am on long service leave?z
are my fees tax deductible?
are my fees tax deductible?
