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PSA wins 2.5% super fight ...so Barry changes the law

The O’Farrell Government have arrogantly changed the law to overturn the decision of the Industrial Relations Commission not to cut the 2.5% public sector wage cap by the increase in the superannuation guarantee contribution. This appalling shift of the goal posts by the Government was in response to a unanimous decision by the Full Bench of the NSW Industrial Relations Commission (IRC) on 25 June. The Full…

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WorkCover bullying "disgrace" brings about inquiry

The inquiry came about thanks to a push from the Greens following a slamming of the work, health and safety regulator by the Industrial Relations Commission for its treatment of a senior employee who was bullied from his position. Deputy Industrial Relations Commission President Harrison’s decision in relation to the PSA’s unfair dismissal application was scathing of WorkCover. It was ordered that the member be…

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PSA Wins Case on Super

The PSA has won its case to stop the Government cutting our wage increase by the increase in superannuation. In a unanimous decision the Full Bench found in favour of the PSA. On 1 May 2013 the O’Farrell Government announced it would discount the 2.5% salary increase by the 0.25% increase in the superannuation guarantee contribution.  Over time this would have eroded your take home pay. The PSA…

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Up to $5,000 in back pay in Rural Fire fight

The long awaited major incidents case with the Rural Fire Service (RFS) has been finalised with over 140 members so far receiving back pay for incorrect payments since 2006. In 2011, the PSA ran a successful case in the Industrial Magistrates Court following failed discussions and disputation in the Industrial Relations Commission. The Association disputed the interpretation of the Major Incidents clause in the award…

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PSA serves up greater protections in Service NSW

After a long, hard-fought battle, the PSA has won greater protections for members in relation to the filling of jobs in Service NSW. The Industrial Relations Commission (IRC) recommended the parties accept a Terms of Settlement. The PSA did so following endorsement by delegates in Roads and Maritime Services, Fair Trading and Births, Deaths and Marriages. While the outcome does not achieve direct appointments for…

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