# ACTU’s First All-Female Leadership Steps Down | Sydney News

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Podcast: [Sydney News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sydney-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568669)
Published: 2026-07-27T23:20:04+00:00
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After eight transformative years, Sally McManus and Michele O’Neil are stepping down as the first all-female leadership team in the ACTU’s 99-year history — hailed by the Prime Minister as “giants” for their groundbreaking reforms, including the right to disconnect, wage theft crackdowns, and gig worker protections. Their tenure revived union membership, closed the gender pay gap to a record low, and secured major pay rises in undervalued sectors. Now, as they hand over the reins, they’re calling for renewal amid new challenges: AI, inequality, and soaring living costs. The ACTU is also pivoting politically, now targeting One Nation as its top threat — signaling a bold new chapter for Australia’s labor movement. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ed58ae1d3868ab30

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