New head of Australian trade union movement named after Sally McManus steps down
Summary
Melissa Donnelly will become the new leader of the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU), replacing Sally McManus who resigned after eight years. Donnelly has led the Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU) for seven years and is known for supporting workers’ rights and flexible work policies.Key Facts
- Melissa Donnelly, currently the national secretary of the CPSU, was elected as the next ACTU secretary.
- Sally McManus and President Michele O’Neil, the first all-female ACTU leadership team, stepped down after eight years.
- Donnelly is 44 years old and will be one of the youngest leaders of the ACTU.
- She has a background as a lawyer and started the CPSU’s legal case supporting public servants’ workplace rights.
- During Donnelly’s leadership, CPSU membership grew by 23%, and flexible working conditions were improved.
- The CPSU has campaigned to reverse government outsourcing of public service jobs to private firms.
- Donnelly and Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher have worked closely to strengthen public service delivery.
- Sally McManus endorsed Donnelly, highlighting her connection to typical union members and her focus on workers’ needs.
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