DPIE budget cuts

The PSA has been having regular meetings with DPIE management since the Machinery of Government (MoG) changes that led to the current DPIE cluster. The Secretary, Jim Betts, has attended a number of these meetings. Over the past few months, management has been advising us of areas where it can make savings that do not lead to job losses. As you know, DPIE has been…

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Have you done it yet? Important survey about your conditions

CLICK HERE TO DO THE SURVEY Recently the PSA sent you a survey and BULLETIN asking you some questions about the Housing Call Centre Operators Agreement. Thank you to those of you that have sent your feedback, hearing from members is vital and supports the work of the PSA. But we still need more! This is your opportunity to have your say. Please take a…

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PSA members’ BBQ: 90 Crown Street, Wollongong

Your union, the PSA, will be holding a BBQ for members at your workplace. This will be a fantastic opportunity to come along and have a free lunch courtesy of the PSA and First State Super and to talk with your workplace organisers about any issues you may be having. Vegetarian options will be available on the day. Details are as follows: Date 15 November…

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Customer Service restructure update

Your union continues to meet regularly with the Department to discuss matters in relation to realignments and restructures. At our recent meeting the following RMPs were discussed: Office of the Secretary – consultation has closed and feedback is being reviewed. People and Culture – consultation has closed and feedback is being reviewed. Governance, Risk and Performance – feedback has just closed. VR estimates are going…

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Workload concerns – Community Corrections

The PSA has expressed long-standing concerns about the workload levels in Community Corrections. The PSA wrote to the Department seeking a meeting to discuss how to address current workload issues. This meeting took place with the Director Strategy – Community Corrections in early October 2019. As a result of this meeting both sides agreed that it would be useful to establish focus groups from members…

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