We’re United For SA
Our candidates are workplace delegates, union activists, and everyday members who share one thing in common: a commitment to building a stronger union for you.
Northern Adelaide and Regional
These are the delegates, members and activists who are standing up for UWU members across Northern Adelaide and Regional SA. They come from your workplaces and your industries. They know the challenges you face because they face them too.
They're ready to fight for a union that wins for you, picks up the phone when you need help, and puts more money in your pocket.
Meet Your Team
Liz Kimber
Food Services | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 30 years. I work as a Menu Coordinator in Food Services at Lyell McEwin Hospital. I serve as a Delegate and Member Councillor. I first joined the union because I believed that workers are stronger when we stand together. Joining the union was about being part of something bigger than myself and contributing to a fairer, more respectful workplace for everyone. Being a union member means being part of a collective voice to protect our rights, improve our working conditions and ensure fairness in the workplace. Outside of work, I am married with 3 children and 5 granddaughters. I love spending time with my family and friends. I love exploring our beautiful state on my days off and travelling. I want members to know that I take this role seriously and will always put members' interests first, listening to your concerns, representing you honestly, and standing up for transparency, fairness and strong collective outcomes.
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I am standing for election because I believe in the power of collective action and the importance of strong, accountable representation. Our union's Member Council is a vital space where decisions are made that directly affect our working lives and the future direction of our union. I want to be committed to transparency and accountability, particularly when it comes to members' money. Union funds are hard-earned and members deserve clear, honest information about how that money is used and how it benefits us. As a delegate, I will advocate for greater transparency so members can have confidence that their contributions are being spent wisely, ethically and in their best interests. I want to make our union strong and support other industries to become stronger, to be part of all the wins if we work together. I am supporting United For You to ensure our union remains democratic, fair and member-driven. I believe our strength comes from trust, openness and solidarity.
Sharon Anesbury
Team Leader Tumby Bay Hospital | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I work as a Team Leader at Tumby Bay and Cummins Hospitals and have been a UWU member since 2016. I serve as a Delegate, Member Councillor, and was on the 2025 EBA bargaining team . My parents were union members and I first joined because we had unrest in our work environment. I became more involved when I became a Team Leader and was encouraged by my peers to utilise the union. Outside work, I have a beautiful family, four fur babies, and I support my kids in any sport they choose to play. I am loyal, I am honest and I shoot from the hip.
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I have been on a learning journey since I stepped into the United Workers Union. I still have a lot to learn, but I also still have a lot to give. I want to make our union strong and like the name says, UNITED! I love meeting and working with people from all types of backgrounds. I want to be involved with progress and I want the opportunity to keep growing and winning the hard fights.
Santosh Basnet
Carer - Aged Care | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 3 years. I work as a Personal Care Worker (PCW) at Clayton Church Homes in Prospect, South Australia, where I serve as a Delegate. I joined the union to have protection in my job. Being a union member means you can ask questions and feel supported. Outside of work, I am actively involved in the Nepalese community. I serve as an Advisor of the Non-Residential Nepalese Association in SA. I am also a regular blood donor and raise awareness about blood donation in the Nepalese community. I want members to know that I have a wife and children who are at the centre of everything I do.
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The union made a real difference when we won an increase to wages and management started listening to our concerns. I am standing for election to have my voice heard in a stronger way. This term, I want to achieve more time for carers to spend with residents and increased staffing levels in aged care. I am supporting United For You because they share the same values as I do.
Josevilla Wyatt
Carer - Aged Care | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 3 years. I work as a Carer at UnitingSA Wesley House, where I serve as a Delegate. I wanted to be protected at work after having an injury. Being a union member is very important to me. It means being protected and feeling like you are connected to other workers. Outside of work, family is my passion. I enjoy playing tennis and bowling, and listening to music. I want members to know that I love karaoke and cooking.
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The union helped with complaints from management, and that support made a real difference for me and my workmates. I am standing for election to support my co-workers and make sure their voices are heard. This term, I want to change aged care so workers have better exercise and wellbeing options. I am supporting United For You because they support my values.
Nitu KC
UWU Organiser | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 14 years. I currently work as an Organiser for UWU, and also serve as an Official, HSR and EDI representative. I came to Australia and was being underpaid and bullied at work. I joined the union to have support in the workplace. Being a union member means being part of a group of like-minded workers who stand up and fight for racial justice, stand up against unjust practices and work together to improve the rights and conditions of workers and industry as a whole. Outside of work, I like travelling, gardening, spending time with my friends and family, and learning new home renovation tricks. I want members to know that I am a migrant worker who has come from an industry that is notorious for exploiting workers. I hope to fight every day so that no one has to go through that experience again.
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Every day I find union members standing up for their rights, speaking up against injustice and making the lives of workers better. Workers supporting each other. I find it hard to isolate a single moment, and it is a proud experience to see that happening. I am standing for election to support transparency and ethical practices in the union, to stand up and be a voice for workers, and also to work collaboratively with different delegates to have sound financial position but also equity in distributing resources to different areas irrespective of their potential or any other factors. This term, I want more transparency, more migrant and marginalised voices in the union, a strong, independent and growth-oriented union that has strong political ties but also is not scared to fight and stand up against the government if no other avenues work. I am supporting United For You because it aligns with my values as an individual and as a unionist.
Gordon Rockwell
Cleaner | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 2 years. I work as a Cleaner at The Grove Shopping Centre, where I serve as a Delegate. I joined the union for fair work, fair pay, workers' rights and security of job. Being a union member means fairness for all workers. Outside of work, I volunteer for S.A.R.T (South Australian Reliability Trials) and do mechanical and paintwork. I want members to know that I am truthful, speak as it is, willing to listen and never judge.
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The union made a difference when the company was not giving workers paid breaks. That is now standard practice thanks to union action. I am standing for election to make a difference. This term, I want to ensure workers' rights are adhered to and safety for workers is protected. I trust in the union's formats and follow-ups, and that is why I am supporting United For You.
Daniel Samwell
Carer, Aged Care | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 12 years. I work as a Carer at Helping Hand in Little Homes, Port Pirie, where I serve as a Delegate. I come from a family of strong union supporters. My parents are from the care industry, my grand parents from the railways. It's a family tradition. Always will support rights of workers, encourage and influence others. Being a union member means being informed on rights, equality, power in numbers and you're not alone. Equality when bargaining. I'm family oriented, coming from a large family. I have 2 children. I'm involved in swimming and hip hop dance. I want members to know that everybody's voice is equal. I'm a quick learner. I fight for what's right.
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There are many examples. Union members won and reversed management telling workers to only speak English in the staff room. We won the latest pay increase from government. Safe staffing from government through the CTIM process. I am standing for election to stand and support other union members in the area, in the regional areas, so they don't get lost and forgotten. This term, I want to raise awareness of regional issues, make sure regional voices are heard, push for actual care time minutes and make providers accountable. I am supporting United For You to make sure UWU is financially sound and sustainable as a union, to promote government talks and member-led conventions that go to the workers and residents, to ensure government funding goes to not just providers but money spent to benefit members.
Arthur Tsimopoulos
Operations Officer | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for about 26 years. I work as an Operations Officer at Myhrilem in property services. I serve as a Member Councillor, GFNC representative and Advisory Committee member. The former delegate was retiring and I wanted to contribute to the workplace and help other union members get their issues resolved. Being a union member means being a part of a great and good movement, contributing to a better workplace and society. Outside of work, I'm a fan of photography. I love cruising with my family and reading. I want members to know that I take photos of everything.
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When we achieved a clean start at our workplace, that was a moment that showed the real power of our union. I wish to continue to contribute to the future of the union movement. The union started to look after the logistics of the union, and to contribute politically and on a society level. I want to be elected to the Member Council to continue to hold the movement to account, to steer the movement in which we are the leaders, in the workplace and in society. I am supporting United For You to help the union maintain the correct level of standard that I have personally witnessed, and because they have the same principles as I do.
Tammy Thomas
Cleaning & Catering | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 6 years and I work in catering and cleaning services at Gawler Hospital in SA Health's public sector. I'm a workplace member and a First Nations Round Table representative. I joined the union because I wanted protection, respect, and a collective voice, not just for myself but for other workers and my community too. Living rurally, it's important to know your rights at work and act on them if needed. Being a union member means standing together and being part of something bigger. It gives me confidence to speak up for myself, for First Nations workers, and for all workers. I feel heard, respected, and able to help build a stronger, more culturally safe workplace. Outside of work, I'm married and I have a son. We like fishing and we have a little boat that we take to the Yorke Peninsula for squid, fish, blue swimmer crabs, all the good things. I like to paint in a traditional way, the way my family taught me. My sister and I paint together. I also knit, and right now I'm knitting a blanket in the Aboriginal flag colours. I want members to know that I am a member of the UWU SA First Nations Round Table, along with my sister Donna. We advise the SA branch on First Nations matters and culture, and we do events around NAIDOC and Reconciliation Week.
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Last year I spent a lot of time meeting with politicians and advocating as a public sector worker and as a member of the First Nations Round Table. We won the rights to paid cultural leave and an expanded definition of family that recognises kinship relationships in our EBA. That was amazing for me, and it has paved the way for our Culture Doesn't Clock Off campaign. I'm standing for election to make sure the voices of rural members and First Nations workers are heard when decisions are being made. I want to bring my experience as a rural First Nations worker into the room, and I want a union that grows, is culturally informed, and responsive to all members. I want to achieve more support for members through training, leadership opportunities, access to the members' rights team, and continued advocacy for our Culture Doesn't Clock Off campaign. I'm supporting United For You because they are committed to building a strong, secure union that puts members first, especially those in rural workplaces and First Nations communities. They understand that real representation means investing in member education, strengthening access to advice and support, and making sure every worker can understand and act on their rights. I believe this team will listen to members, lead with integrity, and deliver outcomes that make a difference in our workplaces and communities.
Donna Cappelluti
Catering Assistant | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 12 years and I currently work as a catering assistant at Adelaide Oval in the sport and allied industry. I joined the union because it's in my blood. I'm following in the footsteps of both my parents, who worked hard and believed in the values of a united work environment. Being a union member means knowing I'm part of a collective that fights for workers' rights and wins. Outside of work, I love my football team Port Adelaide, and I'm always keen on a good quiz night with close friends. I love going on holidays and adventures with my family and friends, and you'll probably spot me with very bright coloured hair and nails. I want members to know that I have fight and passion for everyday workers, and I will fight until we win.
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One moment that changed everything for me was when union members in aged care went face to face with politicians at Parliament House. I was one of those people. I sat in front of numerous Labor figures and told them the real side of the aged care crisis. It took a long, hard fight to get our voices heard, but we achieved huge wins for aged care workers and I am very proud to have been a part of that. I'm standing for election because after what we achieved in aged care, I want to keep standing up. I don't want to see our union go backwards. I want to make sure members keep winning and achieving great outcomes. I'm supporting United For You because it is the only way our union will keep winning, and it is the common sense choice for all union members.
Alison Brook
Cleaner | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for over 10 years. I work as a Cleaner at Elizabeth City Centre, where I serve as a Delegate. I joined the union because it felt like the right thing to do. Being a union member means I can help people fight for their rights. I have 3 kids. I like taking care of my farm. I like sport, especially cricket and football, and love crime movies. I want members to know that I fight for what people believe and stand up for what is right.
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The union made a difference when we got our night penalty rates paid out to us. I am standing for election to represent cleaners and fight for what we believe. This term, I want to achieve better pay and work conditions for members. I am supporting United For You because I feel political organising is just as important as worker organising. I believe in transparency and an ethical union.
Lesley ‘Lee’ Evershed
Carer, Aged Care | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 18 years and I work as a personal care worker at Clayton Church Homes in the aged care industry. I'm a delegate at my workplace. I've always known the union to support workers and fight for fair pay and rights, and that's why I joined. Being a union member gives me peace of mind, knowing I have a place to go when it comes to industry rights. Outside of work, I collect Paddington Bear collectables and love Marilyn Monroe movies. I want members to know that I'm a big kid at heart, and I love to make people happy.
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When we fought to get better wages and better workloads, that's when I saw the union really make a difference for me and my workmates. I'm standing for election to uphold the values of justice, fairness, and transparency. I want to achieve a strong union that has nothing to hide and supports all of its members. I'm supporting United For You because I want members' voices to be heard.
Trevor "Blue" Arthur
Equipment Officer | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 7 years. I work as an Equipment Officer in Allied Health in South Australia, where I serve as a Delegate. I joined because my workplace had become very toxic, with management bullying workers and not following their own policies. Workers were not consulted about changes and any concerns raised were frowned upon. Being a union member provides support and a voice for all workers. Outside of work, I enjoy playing golf and fishing. I have a partner, Barb, and two dogs. I actively volunteer at the local golf club. I have also been a member of the Australian Army Reserve for 45 years and am still serving. I want members to know that I am an honest person.
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The last enterprise bargaining agreement for the South Australian Public Sector was a watershed moment for my fellow workmates. They could not believe what the union had achieved, winning the biggest public sector pay rise in SA history. I believe I can provide a positive contribution for the union going forward. I would like to see same job, same pay across SA Health. As a government department, it is a shambles and needs fixing. I am supporting United For You because I believe it is the only way forward to build a strong union.
Julie Braendler
Residential Care Assistant | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 14 years. I work as a Residential Care Assistant at Ceduna District Health Service, Senior Citizens Village, where I serve as a Delegate. I first joined my union because when I started working at the hospital, I could see my employer wasn't loyal to us. I joined when Demi came for a visit to Ceduna and lots of us signed up. Being a union member means we can voice issues, talk about things and get real advice when we need it. I also like helping my fellow members. I've been here a while and I find it rewarding when I can be part of a team and help people, including my coworkers. I live in regional South Australia. I'm a mum of three. My daughter lives next door, my son is up the street and my other daughter is in Margaret River in WA. I have three grandchildren, two grandsons and a granddaughter.
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Every time we win an enterprise agreement, it makes a difference. From this latest EBA we won a life-changing pay increase. I've been able to talk to coworkers about what we have won. They say thank you and I explain how we won that pay rise. The first time we were paid our new rates, my fellow members couldn't believe it. Some have been able to cut back their hours and are planning for retirement.
I am supporting United For You because we are united for all union members. I believe in transparency and honesty and I expect the same of my union.
Lindsay Goulding
Carer - Aged Care | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 13 years. I work as a Personal Care Worker at Calvary Aged Care, Flora Macdonald. I joined the union for basic rights and support in all aspects of my work in aged care. Being a union member means comradeship, knowledge of the aged care industry, and support for workmates who don't really understand their legal rights about being a member, getting pay increases and better conditions. Outside of work, I like fishing and taking small holidays to see one of my 5 brothers and sisters or cousins interstate. I want members to know that I am friendly and approachable and like to have a good laugh.
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We won a No vote in my workplace for our enterprise agreement, and when we came back to the table we got a much better outcome. That showed me what standing together can achieve. I am standing for election so my coworkers can see me taking a stand, and it will encourage more people to join the union. Our current strong union keeps winning and I want to be part of that. This term, I want to achieve better working conditions and rights for members. I am supporting United For You because I believe without them, members would be treated very poorly and the massive win in aged care would not have been possible.
Alfred Gyimah
Disability Support Worker | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I work as a Disability Support Worker at Bedford/Cara in South Australia. Being part of a union fills me with pride, especially when our leadership steps up to support members in need. Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with loved ones and watching soccer. I want members to know that I am a humble and respectful team player who values collaboration.
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During a difficult time at Bedford, when many staff members were struggling with entitlement issues, our union took a strong stance and helped us secure our rightful benefits. I firmly believe in fighting for our members' rights and freedoms. This term, I want to achieve a salary increase and protection of members' rights. I fully support United For You because I believe the leadership truly listens to and supports members when they need it most.
Sophie Gibbs
UWU Online to Field Organiser | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 4 years and I work as an online to field organiser for the United Workers Union in the aged care industry. I joined UWU as a home care worker because I was alone and isolated, without workmates, and I wanted a union presence in my workplace. I wanted to be part of positive change in home care. Being a union member means solidarity and support. No matter what happens at work, you're not alone, and you can be part of real change in the aged care sector. Outside of work, I'm a single mum to a teenage child. My life is focused on raising a happy, healthy person who is growing up with strong union values, and who can enter the workforce knowing the strength and power of a united union. I want members to know that my passion for workers' rights came from being a care worker for over 20 years. I loved being a carer, and it has driven me to continue to help make aged care a better sector to work in.
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The biggest, most powerful moment for me was the connection to my workmates. Through the union, we built our strength and solidarity, and we were able to overcome the isolation of home care work and build friendships and support for each other. I'm standing for election to keep our momentum going and keep achieving wins across all industries. We have seen improved pay and conditions in some of our lowest paid sectors, and I want to see us build on this success. I want to see our successful online campaigns continue, along with the amazing and vital work in connecting isolated and regional workers that are difficult to reach through traditional organising. I want to help build a stronger, more connected union that reaches every member, not just those who are already active, through online organising. I'm supporting United For You because it aligns with my values, supports our members, and continues the amazing work being done and the achievements we have seen.
Zelda Harmer
Carer, Aged Care | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for 10 years. I work at Access for You in the disability sector as a support worker and mentor. I first joined the union because I could see the power in numbers. I was frustrated with the aged care sector and knew things needed to change. Being a union member means security and comradeship with fellow UWU members. Outside of work, I love watching AFL and I'm a passionate Crows supporter. Family is my life. I love holidays and just came back from a cruise. One thing I want members to know is that I speak the truth and fight for the underdog. I also hate management.
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When I was dismissed from my job, being a union member made all the difference. The union ran an unfair dismissal case and won. That experience led to a full-time position and forced Cosipro into signing an employment agreement. I went to the union because it felt dodgy, and they had my back. I'm standing for election to have a voice and a vote, to make sure the union is moving forward and building power for my fellow UWU members. I want to fight for secure jobs and contracted hours for all disability support workers. I'm supporting United For You to keep the union transparent, to deliver significant change for members, to keep the union strong, and to keep it out of the hands of dodgy leadership.
Damber Ghimirey
Disability Support Worker | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for four years. I work as a Disability Support Officer at Charles Sturt in the DHS sector. I joined the union in 2021, and being a member means security on a socio-economic platform within the workplace and work safety. Outside of work, I have three kids and family is everything. I'm interested in advocating for others and for myself. I'm involved in Nepalese society through language, culture, and literature, preserving and supporting young people and the community. One thing I want members to know about me is that I'm social and friendly by nature, with a good sense of humour.
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The union has assisted me to find avenues to solve issues and matters related to my workplace. I'm standing for election for unity and solidarity, for a common goal. I want to bring new experience to the role, represent the voice of members, and find the respect and esteem needed to support them. I want to find issues and voice them up on behalf of my fellow members. I'm supporting United For You to represent fellow mates in the work and social environment, and to find a voice for issues that need to be addressed.
Francis Thomas
Disability Support Worker | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I work as a Personal Support Officer at DHS Charles Sturt in the disability sector. I joined the union because I needed to protect myself from workplace bullying. Being a union member means growth and helping to protect members. Outside of work, I spend time with my family and help the community. I am the vice chairperson for my community. I'm a helping person who supports my family and other families in the community through elderly people support. One thing I want members to know is that I'm friendly, family oriented, a supporter of others, and someone who listens and gives advice.
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The union has advocated for members at my workplace, helping my colleagues when she had issues in her workplace. That showed me the real value of having a union behind you. I'm standing for election to represent other union members and to make sure they have the same rights as everyone else. I'm supporting United For You to improve workers' views and support them.
Rajina Majak
Cleaner | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member since 2008, and I work as a cleaner at Adelaide Airport through Service FM in the contract cleaning industry. I first joined the union because they are helpful, and that's proven true over the years. Being a union member means getting support and guidance when you need it. Outside of work, I am a proud mother of seven children and grandmother to six grandchildren. I'm part of the South Sudanese community and love to travel back to South Sudan. One thing I want members to know about me is that I am social and love to connect with those around me.
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The union once helped me realise I was being underpaid. They did the calculations and helped me get the correct payment. That experience showed me how important it is to have someone in your corner. The union is looking after workers, and I want to be a voice for cleaners and members from my community. I want to fight for better laws for workers, better working environments, and better health and safety at work. I'm supporting United For You because I have trust in them.
Kate Lock
Educator, ECEC | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for around 10 years and I work as a team leader in childcare at Stepping Stone Angle Vale, where I'm also working towards my ECT qualification. I serve as the delegate at my centre. I was encouraged by my family to join the union so I could have a say in my industry and help stay up to date with change. Being a union member means supporting my team first and foremost, giving them confidence to stand up for what matters to them, but also creating a great sector for children to thrive and for workers to have confidence and safety in their jobs. Outside of work, I'm very close with my family and love spending time with them. I enjoy gaming, crafting, and my animals. I want people to know that I am always willing to support everyone to ensure they feel heard and seen.
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When we were in a tough spot at our centre, we rose up together to bring our concerns to the head of Stepping Stone. That moment showed me what's possible when workers stand together. I was nominated to stand for election as a convention delegate, and I want to be a part of change. I want to ensure that we focus on the needs of the sector and create positive experiences for workers and children alike. I'm supporting United For You because they have a great record of going in, getting the job done, and keeping the ball rolling.
Shannon Drage
Team Leader, Services | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I work at Kimba Hospital in public sector health, where I'm a Team Leader in Services. I serve as both a delegate and HSR, and I've also been a delegate at my previous workplaces including Eudunda and Kapunda Hospitals in aged care. I'll be honest, I was conned into joining the union by a co-worker who was a delegate. But I'm glad they did, because being a union member gives me a sense of power and accomplishment. It's about bringing a team together, knowing how to fight the right fight, and being able to steer a coworker in the right direction when they need it. I love being able to back up my workmates with information, knowledge, or just by being there. Outside of work, I enjoy reading. One thing I want members to know about me is that I'm quiet and I'm an introvert. I don't say much. But I will not stay quiet or introverted if I am pushed, or if something happens to my team.
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Last EBA was the biggest moment in my work history. The fight was amazing and the outcome was more than we ever anticipated. I'm standing for election to have the opportunity to help direct the future of our union, and I want to make sure our team has a strong backbone behind them so real progress can be made. I'm supporting United For You because I believe in the way our sector has done things in the past, and I believe it's the only way to keep progressing.
Jodie Braunholz
Educator, ECEC | Northern Adelaide and Regional
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I've been a UWU member for five years and I work as a teacher in early childhood education at Nido Golden Grove North. I first joined the union to prevent a previous employer from changing teacher conditions, and I've stayed ever since. Being a union member means fighting and standing up for our rights, and ensuring the education sector is at its best for educators, children and families. I love to read, attend food festivals and travel. I want members to know that I support and listen to everyone.
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The union brought our team together and we negotiated no changes to all educator conditions. That experience showed me what we can achieve when we stand united. I'm standing for election as a convention delegate to have more of a voice and make positive change for education. I want to build members' confidence to stand up for themselves and for the sector. I'm supporting United For You to make change.
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