Union concerns over premature NDIS roll out in Western Sydney

Union concerns over premature NDIS roll out in Western Sydney - 19 May (PDF version) The Public Service Association of NSW (PSA) has grave fears for the proposed roll out of the NDIS in Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains. Thane Pearce, PSA Senior Industrial Advocate said it would be a disaster if NDIS was rolled out early. “The trial has not yet finished in…

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OneFACS Realignment – meeting to discuss member concerns

OneFACS Realignment - meeting to discuss member concerns May 2015 (PDF version) Since the announcement that FACS is required to find savings of $70 million annually, your union the PSA, along with PSA delegates, have been meeting with FACS management to ensure members concerns are heard and taken into account. Many members have told the PSA that this realignment has them fearing for their livelihoods.…

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POVB Chair Steve McMahon discusses Australian Corrections Medal on 2GB

Listen to the 2GB interview HERE

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Recognition for Prison Officers

For some time now NSW Prison Officers and the Public Service Association have been pushing for due recognition of the work done by members in NSW prisons. On 27 March, the Premier received a letter from the Prime Minister stating that he supported the establishment of an Australian Corrections Medal to recognise meritorious service by Correctional Services personnel. You can read a copy of that…

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Australian Corrections Medal

KEY FACTS: Oct 2014 The Prison Officers Vocational branch of the Public Service Association of NSW begins spearheading push to get an Australian Corrections Medal - recognising the service, conduct and risks to which those working in our jails and remand centres are exposed. Around 4,000 NSW Prison Officers. Only sworn officers will receive this award. Australian honours system has specific bravery medals recognising police,…

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