Urgent Notice – Recording of Industrial Action in My Work Zone

The PSA has been made aware that a process may have been implemented requiring the filling out of spreadsheets recording those who participated in PSA Industrial Action. A reminder that members who participated in Industrial Action should record their absence on MWZ using code 0851 – Industrial Action. This process is sufficient for the Department to meet their obligations under the Industrial Relations Act to…

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Advice to schools regarding anticipated entitlement and nominated transfer procedures

On 21 August, schools received their anticipated entitlement reports for 2025, based on anticipated enrolments. The school workforce generated anticipated entitlement reports for SAS staff, which the Department sees as a significant improvement in the quality of advice for principals to help them with their planning and resource decisions. On 22 August the Secretary provided advice to all Principals regarding this information . The Department…

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PSA and Multicultural NSW Joint Consultative Committee Meeting – August 2024

Please see the below summary of the August 2024 JCC meeting between the PSA and MNSW Work, Health and Safety MNSW provided an update regarding WHS. MNSW advised that there have been no incident reports in the last few months. MNSW also advised that September is wellness month and there will be activities, including 3 webinars on exercise, eating habits and sleep, 3 working groups,…

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Undervalued, Understaffed, Underpaid Campaign: Progress Update

Please review the latest developments in our Industrial Campaign following last week's meeting between SOVBAG and Key Contacts from various centres. Clarification on permanent scanning work ban. We've identified a need to clarify the ban on working at locations with permanent scanning points: If fewer than three Sheriff's Officers are present at scanners during operating hours, screening must be suspended immediately, and your Regional Commander…

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Industrial action forces announcement

The Minister for Families and Communities Kate Washington made an announcement today that is both equally encouraging and long overdue. You can hear an interview between the Minister and Ray Hadley regarding the announcement HERE. Yesterday, members across the state stood united in their calls to be valued, staffed appropriately and fairly paid for the vital duties they perform, by taking Industrial Action. Members across…

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