On 22 May 2019, PSA representatives met with Mr John Hubby Deputy Secretary of Corporate Services and other FACS and Justice Senior IR/HR staff regarding Machinery of government changes.
The Chief Industrial Magistrate’s decision to dismiss the PSA claim was a difficult pill to swallow. Advice from our instructing barrister was not certain that an appeal of the decision would provide the outcomes sought by the PSA at a huge financial risk.
The PSA understands WIRO is currently trialing a roster to allow customer service between 8am and 6pm. This is a significant change to workforce operations and NO CONSULTATION occurred with the PSA.
The Special Education Working Group is extremely concerned about the increase in workplace violence in schools. Members have reported to the PSA that they were unaware of their correct reporting procedures and how and what to report.