We're here for retail, warehouse and fast food workers in North Queensland

The North Queensland Retail Alliance is a partnership between the AWU (Australian Workers' Union) and the SDA (Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association’).
We cover all retail, warehouse and fast food employees North of Rockhampton, including workers in Townsville, Mackay, Cairns, Airlie Beach, Charters Towers, Bowen, Ayr and everywhere in between.

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Professional Advice

Our staff have the experience and knowledge to assist you and get the best results.

We're here for you

Call us on 1800 246 879 and get a call back within one business day.

Years of Experience

Supported by two strong unions with years of experience getting results for members.

The North Queensland Retail Alliance promotes the interests and defends the rights of our members in the retail, warehouse and fast food industries.

Better Wages & Conditions

We will negotiate and campaign for the best possible wages and employment conditions on your behalf.

Protection and security

We are experts at unfair dismissal, underpayments, bullying and harassment and workers’ compensation.

Workplace Health & Safety

We advocate for safe, healthy and productive workplaces. And if you’re injured at work, we’re there to help you.

Advice & support

If you have a question, whether it’s about your roster or your rate of pay, we can help provide you with the right advice and support.

Shop Floor Representation

Our Organisers, supported by a network of Shop Delegates are at work with you to help you with issues big or small.

Extra member benefits

North Queensland Retail Alliance members have a large range of additional benefits including discounts, events and competitions.

Testimonials

What our members are saying

“Whether 15 or 75 years old, you’ve got to have protection or something that can back you if it’s needed and the union helps you every time.”

Joan Coles Supermarkets

“The union fought for me and won when I was paid incorrectly, and the union negotiated backpay on my behalf”

Rob Woolworths Supermarkets

"The union fought for me and my co-workers when negotiating better pay and conditions in our EBA"

Maria Target

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