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CELEBRATING OUR WORKING FAMILIES 29 April 2006 As the new federal work laws begin to bite, South Australian families are being urged to come together and support each other. That's the key message of May Day for 2006. Fearlessly outspoken Australian songstress Deborah Conway will headline a free family picnic concert to mark May Day 2006. Presented by SA Unions, the day will also feature performances by popular children's band Ticklish Allsorts, along with face painting, clowns and more. SA Unions Secretary, Janet Giles says the fun event has a serious purpose. "Family life is under threat because of the new federal work laws. Workers are increasingly under pressure to work longer hours with fewer conditions and for less take home pay. This makes it harder to support their family and make ends meet." "May Day is a celebration of the 8 hour principle - 8 hours for work, 8 hours for leisure and 8 hours for sleep." "That hard won principle is up for grabs under the new federal work laws, with employers able to change work conditions whenever they choose and without notice." "It means less certainty for families, less time together for family activities and a greater struggle to get ahead." "May Day is a day of family fun and entertainment, as well as a chance for families to find out more about the work laws, how they could be affected, and what they can do to best cope." "It is all about promoting unity and community at this difficult time", Ms Giles says. The SA Unions Family Picnic Day sets of with a May Day March from Victoria Square at 10 am, with marchers heading to Rundle Park (between Botanic Road and Rundle Road, adjacent East End). The Family Day commences at 11 am with Deborah Conway and Ticklish Allsorts appearing during the afternoon.
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