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29/09/2023
Union members set to strike in Services Australia
CPSU members in Services Australia will be participating in a 24-hour strike to improve the pay offer for public service workers.
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29/09/2023
Member Service Centre reduced hours Labour Day
The CPSU MSC will operate for limited hours on Monday 2 October.
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27/09/2023
CPSU set to escalate over pay
The CPSU will escalate their service-wide bargaining campaign after the revised pay and conditions offer tabled by the APSC failed to garner clear support from union members.
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26/09/2023
NDIS Commission reform urgently needed
The CPSU has renewed calls for reform of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (NDIS Commission), claiming that unsafe workloads and grave mismanagement are at the core of the regulator’s failings.
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25/09/2023
Mike Pezzullo position ‘untenable’
The Community and Public Sector Union is deeply concerned by reports regarding the conduct of the Secretary of the Home Affairs Department, Mike Pezzullo, labelling his position as untenable.
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20/09/2023
CPSU members continue to rally for Yes
CPSU members across the country are continuing to campaign for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament despite uncertainty that existed earlier in the campaign.
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15/09/2023
It’s time to decide
Have your say on the APS wide pay and conditions package on offer
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14/09/2023
Zero Emissions Day
Join the CPSU Climate Action Network online forum on Wednesday 20 September in celebration of global Zero Emissions Day.
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12/09/2023
Multicultural Framework review
Tell us how the APS can better support multicultural Australia and ensure the APS workforce better reflects the diversity of the Australian community.
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7/09/2023
Antarctic Division budget cuts leave science on thin ice
Scientific work of the AAD is becoming increasingly neglected, as staff call on the Department to reverse planned cuts.
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4/09/2023
Information sessions on The Voice to Parliament
The popular CPSU information sessions on The Voice to Parliament are back.
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31/08/2023
NDIA Campaign for Disability Leave Exemption
Hear stories from NDIA workers on why paid disability leave matters.
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29/08/2023
APS-wide pay and conditions package webinars
Hear directly from your CPSU bargaining team on the detail of the pay and conditions package that is close to being finalised.
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28/08/2023
CPSU prepares for second member vote ahead of APS pay proposals
The offer that is tabled tomorrow needs to be about more than pay – it must be about rebuilding the APS.
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25/08/2023
AAD - Open Letter Support
Show your support for the AAD by adding your name to our open letter.
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15/08/2023
Cuts prompt Industrial Action escalation in Services Australia
CPSU members in Services Australia will take part in a 1-hour stop work action on Tuesday 15 August from 4pm.
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10/08/2023
CPSU welcomes progress on ‘Set the Standard’ Recommendations
CPSU members have made significant contributions in shaping both the PWSS and MoPS Act Amendments Bills.
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1/08/2023
Pressure building for an improved APS pay offer
Service-wide bargaining update
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31/07/2023
Industrial Action planned in Services Australia
CPSU members in Services Australia are set to take strategic protected industrial action from Tuesday, sending a clear message to the Government.
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28/07/2023
Services Australia industrial action
Industrial action is starting in Services Australia Tuesday 1 August with a two-week ban on the use of Auxiliary codes. Here’s what you need to know to take part.
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27/07/2023
Momentum Builds for CES campaign
The establishment of a modern CES would rebuild capacity and capability within the APS.
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25/07/2023
APSC rejections leave model employer commitment in doubt
The Government has consistently touted its commitment to becoming a model employer, but the rejection of proposals that are directly linked to diversity undermine that.
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27/07/2023
CPSU statement on resignation of Kathryn Campbell
The CPSU expects that this is the first of many steps toward achieving full accountability.
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18/07/2023
Update your details and win!
Another chance to win one of two $500 Coles Myer vouchers.
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11/07/2023
CPSU win on flexible work and work from home
A win in service-wide APS bargaining, locking in improvements to flexible working arrangements, including working from home.
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10/07/2023
CPSU training – Talking about voting Yes for The Voice
We are offering CPSU specific training through July and August on how you can have conversations about supporting a Yes vote.
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7/07/2023
CPSU commends Robodebt report
The Royal Commission report takes the necessary steps to deliver accountability and reform.
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4/07/2023
Now is the time for Robodebt accountability and reform
Canberra Times opinion piece by CPSU National Secretary Melissa Donnelly.
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3/07/2023
It's tax time
Your EOFY tax statements will be available as soon as possible.
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28/06/2023
1200 new public service jobs in the ACTPS
CPSU welcomes the ACT Government’s budget announcement of additional public service jobs.
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27/06/2023
CPSU welcomes Clare Holland House Insourcing
Employees can expect that their job, pay, conditions, team and manager will all remain the same.
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23/06/2023
World Public Service Day
To all our public servants working across Federal, State and Territory government, we say thanks.
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20/06/2023
Maternity Leave Act recommendations reflect the realities of modern parenting
The CPSU calls on the Albanese Government to adopt the review recommendations in full.
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15/06/2023
CPSU launches campaign to ‘Bring Back the CES’
A modern, fit for purpose CES would deliver better outcomes for all.
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13/06/2023
Come Together For Yes - Yes 23
Join CPSU members, fellow unionists, neighbours and friends for a national day of action, Sunday 2 July 2023
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5/06/2023
Pay offer has union members seeing red
Members to don red attire to express disappointment with the pay and pay equity proposals.
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1/06/2023
CPSU members reject first pay offer
CPSU members have overwhelmingly rejected the 10.5% pay offer tabled by the APSC.
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29/05/2023
APS bargaining to prioritise progress on pay equity
Pay inequity hits hardest in agencies with high proportions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
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25/05/2023
Services Australia attack: Centre security review welcomed
A Centrelink Team Leader was the victim of a serious attack while doing her job.
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6/06/2023
National Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week is 27 May to 3 June 2023.
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19/05/2023
Vale Christine Adams
Long-term ATO delegate and CPSU life member Christine Adams has passed away.
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16/05/2023
Government pay offer for APS is in
But is it good enough?
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10/05/2023
Budget explained
CPSU National Secretary Melissa Donnelly responds to the Federal Budget.
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16/05/2023
APSC tables Pay Offer of 10.5% in APS Service-Wide Bargaining
4% in the first year, 3.5% in the second year and 3% in the third year.
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9/05/2023
APS rebuilding continues in second Albanese Government Budget
The CPSU welcomes the Labor Government’s ongoing commitment to rebuilding the APS.
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8/05/2023
Submission to integrity by consultants inquiry
CPSU members have seen first-hand the impacts on the APS from the over-reliance on the use of consultancies and other external suppliers.
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6/05/2023
Shadow APS workforce uncovered
The real cost of cost-cutting measures.
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28/04/2023
National Parks funding and jobs boost welcomed
The Government has committed an additional $262.3 million and more than 100 new jobs in the budget for Australia’s iconic national parks.
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27/04/2023
Put your best foot forward for a pay rise
Help campaign for the pay outcomes APS workers deserve.
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27/04/2023
Flexible work first test of Govt's model employer pledge
The negotiation on flexible work is the first critical test of the Albanese Labor Government's commitment to becoming a model employer.
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20/04/2023
How flexible work could transform the APS
Why the APS has everything to gain and nothing to lose when it comes to improving its approach to flexible work.
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19/04/2023
Marine Science Institute future secured, jobs saved
This funding will secure the future of AIMS, protect jobs, and ensure that the institute can continue its world leading marine science work.
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19/04/2023
NDIS Reboot a Win for Workers and Participants
The CPSU has been actively campaigning for these measures and is pleased the Government have not only listened to our concerns but acted.
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18/04/2023
Marine Science Institute Funding Shortfall threatens QLD Jobs
The CPSU calls on the Albanese Labor Government to urgently step in and secure the future of the Australian Institute of Marine Science.
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13/04/2023
Translating and Interpreting Service Jobs transitioning to APS Employment
A win for workers, secure jobs and public service delivery.
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17/04/2023
National Cultural Institutions on path to recovery
The CPSU welcomes the Labor Government’s $535 million commitment to Australia’s National Cultural Institutions.
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4/04/2023
Poor Management practices let Australian Antarctic Division down
Staff have to know that they are safe when raising an issue in their workplace, and for many staff at the AAD that is not the case.
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3/04/2023
Trove funding insecurity comes to an end
The CPSU welcomes the Albanese Labor Government’s commitment to securing the future of Trove.
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27/03/2023
Don’t rush to flush
Like a bad smell, the issue of policing toilet breaks at Services Australia lingers.
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15/03/2023
CPSU webinar – The Voice to Parliament
Join us for a special webinar to find out more about a Voice to Parliament for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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14/03/2023
CPSU Bargaining Team revealed
With the commencement of APS service wide bargaining just around the corner, the CPSU has today revealed its bargaining team.
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6/03/2023
CPSU supports MEAA industrial action
CPSU members at the ABC fully support tomorrow’s planned strike action by the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance.
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3/03/2023
Developments in ABC Bargaining
CPSU and MEAA Bargaining representatives will be meet with David Anderson.
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23/02/2023
CPSU member appears at Robodebt Royal Commission
Our union is incredibly proud of Jeannie and her bravery in standing up and speaking out.
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16/02/2023
APS attraction and retention issues causing unanswered Centrelink calls
Centrelink is currently operating 500 staff below the level of staff it is funded to have.
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16/02/2023
New ABC offer worse than original
Union members in the ABC are disappointed in their employer’s attitude towards bargaining and are continuing to prepare for industrial action.
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10/02/2023
PwC scandal is more than just a kink in the hose
Op-ed by CPSU National Secretary Melissa Donnelly
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2/02/2023
CPSU prepares for ABC Industrial Action
The application would give CPSU members at ABC a vote on taking protected industrial action, including work restrictions, bans and strike action as a final resort.
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1/02/2023
Commonwealth Budget 2023
Read the CPSU pre-budget submission here.
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2/02/2023
ACT Govt pay rises can’t leave workers behind
The ACT Government must make sure workers are not left behind.
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16/12/2022
Member Service Centre holiday hours
The CPSU MSC will be open reduced hours over the holiday period - more information here.
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16/12/2022
Overdue AAT reform welcomed
Government to abolish the Administrative Appeals Tribunal and replace it with a new body.
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12/12/2022
Frontline workers ignored in early days of Robodebt
CPSU National Secretary, Melissa Donnelly, has appeared as a witness at the Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme.
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8/12/2022
Survey of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander CPSU members
Help strengthen our advocacy and inform our campaigning on issues affecting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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5/12/2022
Get the most from CPSU Member Advantage
Take advantage of your exclusive member discounts.
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2/12/2022
ABC staff overwhelmingly vote NO
This is a strong no vote with high worker participation.
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30/11/2022
Whistleblower protections a positive step but more is needed
A key part of any anti-corruption process must be protections for those who speak out on issues of public integrity.
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25/11/2022
ACTPS real wage calculator
We've added a CPI section to the calculator so you can see what the real wages impact will be for you.
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21/11/2022
ABC staff vote opens today
ABC staff now have the chance to vote on ABC management’s proposed three-year Enterprise Agreement.
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18/11/2022
Get the most out of your membership
As the Christmas holidays approach, check out the exclusive discounts available to CPSU members.
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16/11/2022
ABC - Vote no for a better deal
The CPSU and MEAA recommend staff VOTE NO because it is the only way to get a better deal now.
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16/11/2022
Boost to whistleblower protections welcomed
This legislation is crucial for Australian Public Service workers who should be able to speak up and expose wrongdoing without fear.
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4/11/2022
Taxpayers are bankrolling tax dodgers
Our government must ensure that every company that is considered for a government contract passes tax standards.
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25/10/2022
Turning point for the Australian Public Service
The CPSU welcomes the Budget commitment to rebuilding the APS with the announcement of over 7,500 additional public sector jobs.
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17/10/2022
Big announcements for the APS
These changes are significant, and it’s important that employees have a strong voice and role in how they are implemented in each agency.
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17/10/2022
Turning point for the Australian Public Service
2022 Federal Budget wrap-up
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17/10/2022
The Government can’t afford to not invest in our Public Service
"For the first time in a decade I have hope a government budget will focus on building public sector capacity, not cutting it."
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14/10/2022
October is National Safe Work Month
Every October during National Safe Work month, we renew our focus on safety at work.
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14/10/2022
A win for APS capability
Watch CPSU National Secretary Melissa Donnelly discuss the announcement on ABC News.
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14/10/2022
Report: Microsoft dodges tax, benefits from govt contracts
The tax that Microsoft should be paying could be invested in cutting wait times for services, investing in digital services, and more public sector jobs for regional Australia.
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13/10/2022
CPSU welcomes Govt shift to bring consultancy in-house
The CPSU and its members have been calling for this reform and raising the alarm about the wasteful use of taxpayer money on outsourced contractors and consultants.
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6/10/2022
CPSU looks forward to a new era for the public service
Today’s announcement includes interim arrangements which provide wage increases of 3% to all employees due a pay rise between 1 September and 31 August next year.
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27/09/2022
Widespread dissatisfaction in NDISQSC needs urgent action
A major staff survey has revealed shocking rates of staff dissatisfaction and widespread concern about workplace culture and management.
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26/09/2022
CPSU submission on Parliamentary Standards
Read the CPSU submission to the Joint Select Committee on Parliamentary Standards
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20/09/2022
Digital Health Record failing patients before it even begins
Replacing highly trained specialised transcriptionists with an automated software program is risky business.
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14/09/2022
It's time to have your say on pay
With genuine bargaining back on the table for the Federal Public Sector, it’s time to have your say on pay.
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8/12/2022
Machinery of Government (MoG) changes
What APS employees may expect if they are affected by a Machinery of Government change.
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11/08/2022
Sign up your colleagues in MoPS
Resources for CPSU members in MoPS to talk to their colleagues about their union.
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4/07/2022
Vale Greg Swords
Long-term Treasurer of the Tax Section and CPSU life member Greg Swords has passed away.
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28/06/2022
National Indigenous Australians Agency
Read and sign our statement to Linda Burney here.
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14/06/2022
Performance review? We’ve got you covered
"Establish your performance roadmap" is available now on Aspire!
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10/03/2022
Recent NDIA members' wins
CPSU members have been working hard to secure safer workplaces for everyone at NDIA.
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2/03/2022
NDIA KPIs for your team
Workload tracker. Compare your KPIs with those across the country.
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14/02/2022
ATO grads
Congratulations on getting into the ATO grad program. We’re excited to work with such a talented group this year.
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21/01/2022
NDIA. Your stories.
Real stories that NDIA workers have shared about the impacts of unreasonable workloads.
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30/08/2021
Are you a Health and Safety Rep?
Join the CPSU's Safety First network.
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1/01/2021
CPSU wins
Here's a list of all the stories that have been tagged "CPSU win".
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1/01/2021
Spotlight
Here's what members in each industrial team see in the "Spotlight on your news" area of their logged-in home page.