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Two Westmead security guards stabbed amid spike in hospital assaults

Sydney Morning Herald, 22 June 2024 Three security guards and a male nurse have allegedly been attacked by a man armed with a…

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Man charged after allegedly slashing staff at western Sydney hospital

The Guardian, 22 June 2024 Police attended Westmead hospital about 11.30pm on Friday after a man, 39, allegedly slashed and assaulted staff …

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Shocking attack at Sydney hospital sparks calls for increased security

7 News, 22 June 2024 Four hospital staff have been left injured after a shocking attack that unfolded at Westmead. …

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Security guards stabbed, nurse injured at Westmead hospital

Daily Telegraph, 22 June 2024 The boss of the Health Services Union has called for greater powers and defensive weapons for hospital security…

From the Secretary

NSWHP: Unconfirmed minutes, South West Sydney Local Union Consultative Committee

The HSU has received the unconfirmed minutes of the most recent NSW Health Pathology South West Sydney Local Union Consultative Committee meeting, held 29 May 2024.…

From the Secretary

Dental Assistants, Clinicians and Technicians: Be part of Award Reform!

The NSW Health Awards covering dental clinicians, technicians and assistants are out of date and not fit for purpose. Award Reform is a crucial once-in-a-generation opportunity…

From the Secretary

John Hunter Hospital: HealthShare proposed shift changes

Dear Member, HealthShare NSW has advised the HSU of its proposal to implement permanent changes to the standard shift pattern within various areas…

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Prince of Wales Hospital Emergency Department Assessment Unit: WHS concerns

Dear Member, Prince of Wales Hospital has notified the HSU of Work Health and Safety concerns relating to the Emergency Department Assessment Unit…