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Labour Day 2023

Labour Day celebrations are part of an important tradition that reflects the union movement’s commitment to social justice and workers’ rights.

We march to celebrate the contributions that workers make to society and to raise awareness of the ongoing struggles that our diverse members face. We march in solidarity on a day filled with comradery, laughter and spirit. 

This Labour Day, if you’re heading along to a march, bring a friend, relative or colleague, so we can make it a huge public celebration that shows the strength and commitment of our union movement.

Labour Day Events

Specific information for QTU members can be found by clicking the flyer below. You can find out general dates and times here. Also keep an eye out on your inbox for info from your local organiser.

Barcaldine
Monday, 1 May 2023 - Click here to view QTU flyer
Gather from 9:00am | Showgrounds
March commences at 10:00am and is part of the Barcaldine Tree of Knowledge Festival. Free drinks and BBQ courtesy of your union.

Blackwater
Monday, 1 May 2023 - Click here to view QTU flyer
Gather from 8:30am | CFMEU No.1 Building
March commences at 9:15am and will feature free show rides, kids’ activities, live entertainment, bar open, stalls, food, tug-a-war, coal shovelling, prizes.

Brisbane
Monday, 1 May 2023 - Click here to view QTU flyer
Gather from 9:30am | Cnr of Turbot and Wharf Streets, Spring Hill
March commences at 10:00am and will be followed by a Family Fun Day event at Brisbane Showgrounds. Free rides, food, music and fun, courtesy of your union.

Bundaberg
Saturday, 29 April 2023 - Click here to view QTU flyer
Gather from 10:00am | Riverside Parklands, Quay St, Bundaberg
March commences at 10:30am and will be followed by a Family Fun Day event from 11:00am at Anzac Park. Free drinks and BBQ courtesy of your union.

Cairns - Click here to view QTU flyer
Saturday, 29 April 2023
Gather from 4:00pm | Fogarty Park, Cairns Esplanade
March commences at 5:00pm and will be followed by Family Fun activities including live band and kids activities, courtesy of your union. Food and drinks available for purchase

Gold Coast - Click here to view QTU flyer
Sunday, 30 April 2023
Gather from 9:30am | Kurrawa Park, Cnr Old Burleigh Road & Queensland Ave, Broadbeach
March commences at 10:00am and will be followed by a Family Fun Day event at Kurrawa Park including rides, face painters and band, courtesy of your union.

Gladstone -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Monday, 1 May 2023
Gather from 9:45am | Gladstone Regional Council Office Car Park, Central Lane, Gladstone
March commences at 10:00am and will be followed by a Family Fun Day event at Area “D”, Gladstone Marina, Bryan Jordan Drive. Free food and drinks, licenced bar and entertainment will be provided, courtesy of your union.

Ipswich -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Saturday, 29 April 2023
Gather from 12:30pm | Timothy Moloney Park, Ellenborough St, Woodend
March commences at 1:00pm, followed by a Family Fun Day event from 2:00pm at Timothy Moloney Park. Food and drinks provided, courtesy of your union.

Mackay
Monday, 1 May 2023 -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Gather from 9:00am | Cnr of River & Gregory Streets, Mackay
March commences at 9:45am, followed by a Family Fun Day event from 10:00am at Queens Park, Goldsmith Street, Mackay. Food and drinks, live band, children’s rides and face painting will be provided, courtesy of your union.

Maryborough  - Click here to view QTU flyer
Sunday, 30 April 2023
Gather from 9:30am | Waterside Workers Hall, Wharf Street, Maryborough
March commences at 10:00am and will be followed by a Family Fun Day event at Maryborough Memorial Bowls Club. Food and drinks courtesy of your union.

Rockhampton -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Sunday, 30 April 2023
Gather from 1:30pm | Kershaw Gardens, Knight Street entrance, Rockhampton
March commences at 2:00pm and will be followed by a Family Fun Day event at Woods Park, Miles Street (via High Street), Rockhampton. Food, band, children’s rides and face painting, courtesy of your union.

Sunshine Coast  -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Sunday, 30 April 2023
10:00am | Caloundra Sharks Rugby League Club, Gregory Street, Golden Beach
Family Fun Day event including food, drinks, live music, guest speaker and children’s activities, courtesy of your union.

Thursday Island
Friday, 19 May 2023
Further details to be advised.

Toowoomba -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Saturday, 29 April 2023
10:00am | Gallery Lane (aka Mothercraft Lane), Toowoomba
Flag raising and songs will commence at 10:00am, with March to follow at 10:30am. Assemble for the March on Village Green. A Family Fun Day event will be held from 11:30am at the Armitage Centre, 54 Neil Street, Toowoomba. Free food, drinks and family activities, courtesy of your union.

Townsville -  Click here to view QTU flyer
Monday, 1 May 2023
Gather from 9:30am | Strand Park, The Esplanade, Townsville
March commences at 10:00am, Strand Park, The Esplanade, Townsville, followed by a Family Fun Day event at Strand Park. Food and drinks available, courtesy of your union.

 

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