From the Secretary

An aged care catastrophe while politicians sunbathe?

What’s happening in your workplace? You can let me know here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/agedcareJan2022[https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/agedcareJan2022] As case numbers continue to rise and the number of aged care…

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HSU calling on Arcare to meet with union and pay wage increase

As you would be aware, the HSU has been negotiating with Arcare management for several months about your new enterprise agreement. We are…

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HSU launches historic case for Catering Industries members

The Health Services Union has launched a historic test case against Catering Industries, seeking to confirm that Catering Industries workers are covered by the Aged Care…

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HSU Job Vacancy: Reception and Office Support

The HSU is currently advertising to recruit to the position of Reception and Office Support. Applications for this position close 7 January 2022.  To view…

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Changes to COVID workers compensation: Government refuses to budge despite the surge

Survey here In an act of what can only be described as betrayal, the NSW Government is pressing ahead with its planned changes…

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RFBI Glen Innes Workplace Change

RFBI Masonic Village Glen Innes has sent correspondence about its intention to undertake major workplace change. It’s extremely disappointing to see aged care workers lose jobs during…

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Excessive hours & shifts: it's not on

The HSU has received reports that some members are feeling coerced and/or harassed into accepting extra shifts. The Union has been made aware of instances when…

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HSU members say it loud and clear: 1% isn't good enough!

Yesterday the HSU met with Heritage Care management and we served petitions signed by over 170 staff who all agreed that the 1% wage offer is…