# New Australian union leader named after McManus steps down

Sally McManus has resigned as head of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, and a successor has been appointed to lead the country's peak union body. The transition marks a significant leadership change for the Australian labor movement.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/10/new-head-australian-trade-union-movement-melissa-donnelly-sally-mcmanus-steps-down) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:42 GMT