Disability workers to strike across NSW -The Herald

What will the future hold for people with disability following the full privatisation of disability services in NSW asks PSA Assistant General Secretary Troy Wright in the Newcastle Herald ahead of the strike on 14 February. New Disability Services Minister, Ray Williams says disability workers are “some of the most dedicated and caring people in the community”. Of course they are. They provide an essential…

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STRIKE UPDATE: DISABILITY SERVICES - HELP FACS PLAN TO COVER YOUR SHIFT

Strike update disability services help FACS plan to cover your shift - 6 February 2017 (PDF Version) The Public Service Association is directing members, where possible, to give their supervisor at least 7 days notice they’ll be striking on 14 February 2017. If you are unable to give 7 days notice, then please let your supervisor know as soon as you possibly can. This information…

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The largest privatisation in NSW history … are you next?

The largest privatisation in NSW history are you next - 6 February 2017 (PDF Version) Do you have three minutes for Public Disability Services? Help us say NO to the privatisation of disability services and say YES to employee rights by asking colleagues, family and friends to write to their MP through our campaign website. To support disability workers and help our campaign, click HERE.…

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ADHC Strike rallies - Sydney & regional areas

ADHC Strike Rally Sydney – PSA House, 160 Clarence Street, Sydney 11.30 am – General Secretary’s address to members.  This will be live streamed to members meeting at the Regional locations listed below. 12.00 pm – march to Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney. Rally outside Parliament House at 12.30pm. Regional Rally Site flyers   Lismore Rally Lismore Workers’ Club, 231 Keen Street, Lismore – commencing…

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DISABILITY SERVICES STRIKE ACTION PROCEEDING

Disability services strike action proceeding - 3 Feb 2017 (PDF Version) Instead of agreeing to a path to resolution, the Department has sought and received orders from the Industrial Relations Commission to stop the strike. The PSA however will proceed with the 24-hour strike on Tuesday, 14 February 2017, even if it means the union cops a fine for sticking up for the employment interests…

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