SA Branch gets behind IR campaign
Tuesday August 16, 2005
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South Australian members can really get behind the 'Your Rights at Work" campaign with several public events in the state in coming months
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The national campaign against the Howard Government’s radical IR agenda continues to gain momentum, with the South Australian Branch of the NUW involved in some major activities over the coming weeks.
The activities are designed to increase public awareness about the proposed changes.
As has been noted so many times during this campaign, once people understand what is being proposed; and the affect it will have on them and their families, they are overwhelmingly opposed to the changes.
The South Australian Branch would like to encourage all of their members to get behind these events.
These events will play a key role in the state’s campaign, and most of them should be a lot of fun as well.
The events are:
Protest –August 27, 9am
John Howard is coming to Adelaide to open the SA Liberal Party Conference at the Festival Theatre.
A group of young people want to protest about work rights under the banner “Defend Your Rights for the future”.
They are asking for support. If you can spare some time please attend.
Protest Port Lincoln – August 29, from midday
Join fellow workers at Town Square to protest about the treatment of the workers on the ship “Destiny Queen”.
There will also be a Public Meeting about your Rights at Work at 7pm, at TAFE College, Tasman Tce, Port Lincoln.
If you live in the area or know anyone in Port Lincoln please encourage them to attend these two events.
Women Work and Welfare Forum – September 2, Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William Street, 6–7.30pm.
This is a forum to discuss the changes to work laws and welfare reform and their impact on women.
Special Guest speaker on the night will be Jenny George, the first woman President of the ACTU.
Bring your friends and make a night of it.
See your Union notice board for more information.
Royal Show – September 2 – 10
SA Unions has organised a stall at the Royal Show to let everyone know about the “Your Rights at Work” campaign.
The NUW will be manning the stall on Friday September 2, so make sure you come in and grab a show bag.
Why not encourage your friends and family to come and visit too!
City to Bay Fun Run – September 18
The Union movement is putting together a team for the City to Bay Fun Run.
You can either walk or run, and participants are encouraged to wear their “Your Rights” at Work T-shirts.
If you don’t have a T-shirt you can purchase them from SA Unions. They cost between $15 -$20, depending on the style.
Contact Bianca at SA Unions on 8212 3155 to find out how you can pick one up.
Family Race Day – October 3
March to Victoria Park Racecourse and enjoy a day at the races.
Entry is free for Union members and children under 18.
Tickets are available from the NUW office. Enjoy live music, food and wine and entertainment for the kids!
See your Union notice board for more information.
National Community Protest Day – October 25
This is a National Day of Action to protest about the new legislation. More details to follow. Contact your Organiser for more information.
State Organising Conference – November 11, AAMI Stadium
SA Union’s annual Organising Conference for Delegates. For more information or to put your name down to attend contact the Union office on 8208 4400.
If you would like any further detail on the events, or the campaign, please see the “campaign’ section of this website or log onto www.rightsatwork.com.au
Last modified 2008-12-09 02:42 PM
