May Day recognises the history of working people organising and fighting to achieve a better way of life, decent pay and working conditions.
Every year, May Day stands as a powerful reminder of the hard-won rights we continue to enjoy, such as the eight-hour work day, fair wages and safer working conditions – all achieved through collective action and solidarity.
It is a day to celebrate past achievements, honour the sacrifices made by previous generations of unionists, and inspire continued efforts towards better workplace outcomes for all workers.
May Day Events
Unionists around NSW and the ACT are hosting May Day events to celebrate the achievements of the union movement. Find an event near you!