PSA secures major provisions for Home Care transfer

PSA secures major provisions for Home Care transfer September 2015 (PDF version) Dear members, You will have recently received correspondence from Kevin Reilly, Director, Home Care regarding the transfer to Australian Unity. As you would be aware, the PSA has taken a strong stand on your behalf to secure the best possible deal in relation to the transfer. While we were not able to secure…

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Sheriff’s Officers recruitment campaign win

Sheriff's Officers recruitment campaign win September 2015 (PDF version) As you are aware, Sheriff’s Officers are responsible for the safe and efficient functioning of the courts and justice system. They maintain the security of court complexes and ensure the safety of judicial officers, legal professionals and the public in NSW courts and tribunals. Sheriff’s Officers also have law enforcement responsibilities – serving warrants, summons and…

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Grafton Jail filling up quickly with new inmates and staff - The Daily Examiner

The PSA’s push since December 2014 to reopen Grafton gaol in the face of dangerous overcrowding in the state’s prisons has been successful. Read The Daily Examiner article HERE

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TAFE New England - Educational Services structure dispute win

TAFE New England (TNE) has been conducting a review of the structure of its Educational Services. Just prior to the release of a restructure proposal, staff in the Strategy and Innovation Unit were told that they were also going to be included in the review. The proposal initially involved the disbanding of the Strategy and Innovation Unit and the creation of an eLearning team. Following…

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2.5% pay win

After consultation with members, the PSA has secured a 2.5% increase under the Public Sector Salaries and related awards. The 2.5% pay rise will be paid in the first full pay period after 1 July 2015. Members who have retired or been made redundant and leave the service after the first full pay period in July 2015 will also be entitled to the increase. If…

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