Sally McManus is stepping down after nearly a decade as head of the ACTU, leaving behind a legacy of bold political wins for workers — from multi-employer bargaining to criminalizing wage theft — but also facing criticism over declining union membership and controversial leadership decisions, including the painful administration of the CFMEU. Her unapologetic style, from challenging unjust laws to taking on powerful figures, made her a polarizing yet influential force in Australian labor politics. Now, the next leader must tackle the big question: how to reverse the long-term slide in union membership and reignite collective action in an era of rising economic insecurity.
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