Coles Sda Agreement Breaks

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• May 15, 2022
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In recent news, Coles and the SDA (Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association) have come to a disagreement regarding the pay raises of Coles employees. According to the SDA, Coles has failed to follow the conditions of their agreement which stipulates that employees should receive a basic increase in pay every six months.

Under the current agreement, employees are set to receive an increase in pay starting October 2nd, 2019. However, the SDA has accused Coles of intentionally delaying the pay raise by a week in order to save money. The SDA claims that Coles has breached the agreement by not paying employees the agreed upon rate.

The SDA has taken action by seeking the support of the Fair Work Commission, which will hear the case on October 7th, 2019. If the commission rules in favor of the SDA, Coles may face penalties for breaching the agreement.

This disagreement between Coles and the SDA highlights the importance of following agreements and contracts in the workplace. It also sheds light on the power dynamics at play between employers and employees and the need for fair compensation and treatment.

For those who work in retail or other industries with unions, it is important to stay informed about your rights and protections as an employee. Staying up to date on industry news and understanding your union agreements can help ensure that you are receiving fair treatment and compensation from your employer.