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6/10/2022
Big announcements on pay, bargaining, consultation, and union rights in 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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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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7/09/2022
Nominations open for CPSU casual vacancies
Information for members and the Election Notice.
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2/09/2022
CPSU welcomes new APS jobs to fix visa backlog
The Albanese Government has announced $36.1m for 500 more visa processing jobs to deal with the current visa backlog at the Department of Home Affairs.
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29/08/2022
Zero Emissions Day
Join the CPSU Climate Action Network for a special online forum this Zero Emissions Day to discuss how we can make a Net Zero APS a reality.
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26/08/2022
Focus on public sector leadership an important opportunity
The CPSU welcomes today’s announcement that the APSC will commence work on APS leadership capability.
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26/08/2022
Lose the freeze
Union members in the Northern Territory are holding a Day of Action on Thursday September 1 to end the NTPS wage freeze.
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26/08/2022
APO WHS workload report
An organisation in crisis and the resulting
serious risk to workers’ health.
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26/08/2022
Members look forward to Robodebt Royal Commission
Our members raised the alarm about the flaws in the Robodebt scheme from the very beginning.
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25/08/2022
Promoting diversity and inclusion in Defence OK again
Members in Defence are pleased to once again be able to participate in activities that demonstrate their solidarity and support for diversity and inclusion.
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22/08/2022
Home Affairs delegates meet with Minister Giles
Joined by CPSU Deputy National President Brooke Muscat, the delegates ensured Minister Giles was well briefed on the issues affecting CPSU members in Home Affairs.
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18/08/2022
ATO members receive final pay rise under current Determination
Watch CPSU Deputy Secretary Beth Vincent-Pietsch deliver a video message to CPSU members in the ATO.
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17/08/2022
A First Nations Voice to Parliament
CPSU members have been watching with interest as the government discusses what a referendum on a Voice to Parliament might look like.
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11/08/2022
Veterans Royal Commission Interim Report released
The CPSU welcomes today’s Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide Interim Report and its recommendations.
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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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8/08/2022
What is the ABC's Rate B proposal?
The CPSU has prepared detailed information for members on the ABC's Rate B proposal.
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4/08/2022
Discussions progress in ABC bargaining
CPSU bargaining representatives have met with the ABC to progress discussions about our respective claims.
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26/07/2022
Workloads and new salary rate on the agenda at ABC bargaining
The latest news from ABC bargaining negotiations.
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19/07/2022
APSC updates guidance for agencies on working from home
The Australian Public Service Commission (APSC) has released a new Circular on managing COVID in the workplace.
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14/07/2022
WHS win as CSIRO promises to repair research vessel
Following sustained advocacy from the CSIRO Staff Association CSIRO have agreed to retain and repair research vessel Linnaeus.
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20/07/2022
It's tax time
We appreciate your patience. Your EOFY tax statements are now available.
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12/07/2022
COVID outbreak response plans
Ensuring effective COVID Outbreak Response Plans are implemented to keep members safe at work.
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11/07/2022
MoG changes at DEWR
Come along to one of our paid time meetings at DESE and AGD to find out more and have a say.
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8/07/2022
ABC bargaining kicks off
CPSU and MEAA bargaining teams have met with the ABC management team to give a preliminary outline of our respective claims.
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6/07/2022
Advice for members in flood affected areas
Workplaces have a responsibility to ensure their workers are safe whether in the office or working from home.
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4/07/2022
Save the ABC Archives
With over a third of the Archives' specialist workforce proposed to go, the ABC Archives and the nation's history itself are at stake. We need your help to make sure this proposal doesn’t go ahead.
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25/08/2022
Machinery of Government (MoG) changes
What APS employees may expect if they are affected by a Machinery of Government change.
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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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24/06/2022
NDIA Working From Home Dispute
The CPSU launched a dispute with the NDIA on working from home last Thursday.
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24/06/2022
DVA workers welcome release of McKinsey report
The CPSU welcomes the release of the report that was kept secret by the Morrison Government but is concerned by some endorsed initiatives.
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22/06/2022
World Public Service Day
To all our public servants working across Federal, State and Territory government, you deserve more than just thanks.
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21/06/2022
Your Telstra Agreement
A progress report for members.
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21/06/2022
Neighbourhooding pilot in DSS
The Department of Social Services (DSS) plans to commence a 'neighbourhooding' or desk-sharing pilot in South Australian DSS offices.
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15/06/2022
ABS members and employees
Happy pay rise from the CPSU!
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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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10/06/2022
First Nations Workers Alliance June news
Linda Burney is Australia’s new Minister for Indigenous Australians.
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10/06/2022
CPSU Rule change
Information for CPSU members.
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9/06/2022
ABC axing archive jobs on International Archives Day
While the rest of the world is celebrating the contribution of archivists, the ABC is axing 75 jobs.
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8/06/2022
Get the most from CPSU Member Advantage
Take advantage of your exclusive member discounts.
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7/06/2022
NEWSFLASH: We won the casual conversion case
Last year the CPSU took a case to the FWC to stop APS agencies from denying ongoing employment to casual employees who are eligible for conversion under the new laws.
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2/06/2022
ACT Government Bargaining Log of Claims 2022
Read the log of claims to be endorsed by CPSU members.
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1/06/2022
CPSU welcomes Albanese Ministry
The APS is integral to the success of any government, and our members look forward to working with all new Ministers to deliver for the nation.
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3/06/2022
We've worked hard to win big changes
Sign up to stay in the loop.
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27/05/2022
ABC bargaining survey
Your top concerns to to date.
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26/05/2022
Home Affairs: Want to catch up?
It is a pleasure to return to work after a huge election weekend and to write to you with optimism and hope after a change of government.
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23/05/2022
What the election outcome means for you
Saturday’s election promises significant improvements on the issues that matter most to you.
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21/05/2022
We're here to help
A federal election will mean changes for many of our members working in MPs or Senators offices.
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21/05/2022
Compare the pair
The CPSU has prepared analysis of the policy positions of the two major parties on the issues that CPSU members have told us matter most.
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20/05/2022
Coalition cuts to rip millions out of regional economies
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18/05/2022
Claims Budget cuts won't lead to job cuts not credible
Minister Littleproud’s lack of understanding of the impact of funding cuts can be summed up by his comment, "Governments don't employ people, businesses do". This statement is frankly bizarre, and offensive.
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18/05/2022
When we make noise, we make a difference!
Federal Court management has decided to take an extra two months to consider the proposed new operational model.
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17/05/2022
Morrison Govt's desperate attack on public services
Ripping billions of dollars out of the public sector will have a devastating impact on jobs and services, and further reduce the capacity of the APS to support Australians.
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17/05/2022
Morrison Govt’s 11th hour attack on jobs and services
The Coalition’s costings indicate $3.3bn will be ripped out of the Australian Public Service over the forward estimates, if it is re-elected on Saturday.
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16/05/2022
DVA members
Did you know that more than half of your work colleagues are in insecure work?
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13/05/2022
4540 more reasons to be a union member!
The NIAA has unearthed historical RLA underpayments in Darwin, Cairns, Townsville, Port Augusta, Geraldton, Mildura and Kalkarindji.
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13/05/2022
First Nation election policies
ANTaR has compiled a summary of the Parties' First Nation election polices.
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11/05/2022
NDIA needs to better support workers
The CPSU has been contacted by many NDIA employees with disability, who have experienced a lack of support and reasonable adjustment from the agency.
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11/05/2022
Going public
The CPSU is making the case for a better NDIS in the public sphere - watch the video here.
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9/05/2022
Potential underpayment: On-Call arrangements
An update for ABC members.
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5/07/2022
Non-profits call for a better Services Australia
Instead of cutting secure jobs and degrading services, we want the government to build a better Services Australia and a better social security system.
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5/05/2022
Genuine bargaining
Well, that depends... The choice is yours on 21 May.
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2/05/2022
Telstra Enterprise Agreement Ballot Results
Find out what union members secured in your new agreements.
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29/04/2022
Understaffing a serious risk at Australian airports
Understaffing has led to blowouts in processing times, passenger frustration, and unsafe working conditions at Australian airports.
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27/04/2022
CPSU welcomes Labor’s public sector commitments
The CPSU welcomes Labor’s commitments, which represent a big start on reversing the enormous damage the Morrison Government has done to the APS.
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26/04/2022
What do you want in your new ABC agreement?
It's time for you to decide.
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24/04/2022
ALP commitment to reverse cuts to veterans’ services
The CPSU welcomes Labor’s commitment to take action on critical understaffing and under-resourcing in DVA.
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20/04/2022
NDIA proposals would put people with disability first
Promised changes put people with disability back at the centre of the scheme, where they should have been all along.
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15/04/2022
DVA understaffing has tragic consequences for veterans
DVA acknowledges understaffing and under-resourcing have had critical and tragic consequences for Australian veterans.
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14/04/2022
CPSU welcomes ALP commitment to Services Australia
The CPSU welcomes the announcement that a Labor Government will lift the staffing cap and protect local services.
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13/04/2022
CPSU Submission: RC into Defence and Veteran Suicide
Our submission provides evidence that the Government ignored its own research on the
risk to the mental health and wellbeing of veterans from continuing to understaff DVA.
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11/04/2022
Genuine bargaining and real pay rises
Labor commits to genuine bargaining for real pay rises and improved conditions and to address insecure jobs in the public sector.
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31/03/2022
ACTU: Morrison Govt’s racist job program extended
A media release from the ACTU.
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29/03/2022
Centrelink gutted, and public sector wages cut
Tonight, the Morrison Government has locked in deep cuts to public services and doubled down on its corrosive dismantling of public sector capacity by gutting Services Australia.
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29/03/2022
It's Budget night
What will it mean for you? Find our more and register for our Budget Briefing here.
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28/03/2022
Do you want to see better flexible work policies at DESE?
Help us improve flexible work & WFH policies at DESE
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28/03/2022
Commonwealth Budget 2022
The Morrison Government talks a lot about the cost of living. We know that there’s one thing they can do right now – allow the public sector to bargain fairly, for decent wages and secure jobs.
Read our submission and summary here.
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25/03/2022
Recent wins ABC members helped make happen
Your collective efforts have led to these outcomes, now we need to make sure managers make things happen!
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15/03/2022
Hundreds of casuals offered permanent jobs
Your union will keep pushing for pathways to permanency for APS casuals.
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14/03/2022
Is Telstra listening?
Information on NBN changes and a bargaining update for members.
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14/03/2022
The ABC’s flawed rollout of online rosters
There's a silver lining.
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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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8/03/2022
What Women Want
Flexible work and no sexual harassment.
CPSU media release.
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1/06/2022
CPSU What Women Want Report 2022
This report, based on 2021 data, reflects women’s experience of working from home and coping during a once in a century pandemic.
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1/06/2022
Labor is committed to revitalising the public service
An opinion piece published in The Canberra Times on 4 March 2020.
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1/06/2022
Does your roster comply with the ABC EA?
The CPSU has put together a short Q&A on roster conditions for Schedule A Rostered members.
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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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1/06/2022
NT workers don't pay for masks - employers do!
The CPSU is taking action daily to make employers provide face masks and to recover money for workers told to buy their own. Find out more here.
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1/06/2022
Australia Post Brisbane HSR election
HSR elections are about to open and it’s crucial we elect candidates who will represent and protect our health and safety over the next 3 years.
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6/07/2022
CSIRO calls in the consultants
The CSIRO Staff Association is concerned that CSIRO has not consulted with employees or their representatives regarding this review or the decision to engage external consultants, at some considerable cost
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16/02/2022
Working during the pandemic: The future of work is hybrid
For a second year in a row, the CPSU has collaborated with researchers at CQU and UNSW Canberra, to gather data about the experience of public sector employees working during the COVID-19 crisis.
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15/02/2022
Managers and employees report differing experiences
New Working From Home study conducted by UNSW Canberra and CQUniversity, in partnership with Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU) released.
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1/06/2022
CPSU Maternity Leave Act Review submission
The CPSU welcomes the review as a chance to update the Act and bring it in line with modern expectations.
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1/06/2022
New Work From Home Policy released in Aus Post
After months of negotiations, your CPSU reps have succeeded in getting Australia Post to announce the new WFH Policy.
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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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11/02/2022
NT Public Sector wage theft in the millions
Workers should not have to pursue their employers for years to ensure they are paid their legal entitlements.
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9/02/2022
A change to the CPSU rules
On 8 February 2022, the CPSU notified the Fair Work Commission of a change to chapter B of its rules which apply to the PSU Group.
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8/02/2022
More than words needed to make Parliament safe
It is a hard and challenging day for many current and past parliamentary workers. The CPSU believes them and stands in solidarity with them.
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1/06/2022
Determination or Bargaining?
It's time for ABS staff to decide.
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4/02/2022
More COVID outbreaks on Border Force vessels
A full two years into the pandemic, it’s outrageous that the Dept of Home Affairs and the Minister haven’t properly mitigated these obvious health and safety risks.
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4/02/2022
ACIC members
Have you filled out our Omicron safety snap poll?
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4/02/2022
Telstra members' update on COVID
Telstra has announced a proposal for two further changes to the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. We want you feedback by 8 February.
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1/02/2022
Making NDIA a safer workplace
A video message from your CPSU Section Councillor, Paul Wray.
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1/02/2022
75% say NO to NGA proposed cuts
Another resounding NO to the Government's failed bargaining policy.
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31/01/2022
NGA staff vote closes noon TODAY
Vote No to cuts before the vote closes at noon today.
Read our full analysis, including the 40 proposed cuts, here.
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1/06/2022
A win on TPS!
When issues were raised last year about Technical Peer Support arrangements in Services Australia Smart Centres, CPSU members worked with their delegates to develop clear and detailed recommendations to improve the system.
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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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18/02/2022
We deserve a Services Australia we can be proud of
An opinion piece by CPSU National President Alistair Waters.
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20/01/2022
It's time for a better Services Australia
The CPSU and NGOs call for a stop to the privatisation of Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support and a strong and
publicly funded social security system that is accessible to all.
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1/06/2022
APSC improves guidance on working from home
CPSU advocacy has won significant COVID safety improvements for APS workers.
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1/06/2022
Comcare investigation launched
An update to last week’s urgent CPSU update on COVID-positive cases in the Marine Unit.
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14/01/2022
Telstra’s COVID Policy to include Rapid Antigen Testing
Telstra has updated its COVID policy to include Rapid Antigen Testing for some sites.
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1/06/2022
A win in Fair Work on personal leave
CPSU members hold the Department of Home Affairs to account.
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12/01/2022
Border Force COVID-19 cases avoidable
COVID-19 cases were avoidable if Home Affairs had listened to workers.
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1/06/2022
The ABC and Omicron
An update for the CPSU's members in the ABC.
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11/01/2022
COVID, working from home and safety
With COVID cases rising across the country, it's important that all CPSU members know their rights to safe work and what to do if they need help.
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1/06/2022
Make RATs free and accessible
We can't afford inaction right now. It's time for the Federal Government to step up and make rapid antigen tests free and accessible. Sign the ACTU petition here.
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10/01/2022
2022 COVID and working from home update
A further update for the CPSU's members in Services Australia.
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6/01/2022
Omicron and Working From Home
An important update for the CPSU's Services Australia members.
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1/06/2022
NGA Bargaining FAQ
We’ve been getting some questions about timelines and voting eligibility and implications - see our FAQ here.
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1/06/2022
#jobs4Tassie
We have been making headlines in our push for more public service jobs in regional Australia.
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17/12/2021
The case for a northern Tasmanian Public Service jobs hub
Opinion by Zac Batchelor, the CPSU's Tasmanian Regional Secretary.
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17/12/2021
Marine Unit Safety Update
The CPSU highlights our priority areas for improvement and implementation.
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17/12/2021
Your next Telstra payrise
And an update on bargaining.
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16/12/2021
Don't rush to flush!
Services Australia members are entitled to their toilet breaks. There is no time limit on a bathroom break, so long as it is being used for genuine purposes.
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16/12/2021
Member Service Centre holiday hours
The CPSU MSC will be open reduced hours over the holiday period - more information here.
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16/12/2021
End of year message from the National Secretary
2021 has been a huge year, and for many people it has been another hard one.
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15/12/2021
Morrison Government labour hire lie
The findings lay bare the damage done to APS capability and performance by Liberal National Government outsourcing, job cuts, labour hire use, and bargaining policies.
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15/12/2021
NT workers vote down Gunner's pay freeze
“Workers weren’t fooled by threats and weasel words; they know this offer is not a pay rise."
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15/12/2021
AUSTRAC wrap up 2021
Well done to everyone, here’s hoping 2022 gives us some relief and that we are turning a corner regarding COVID.
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10/12/2021
'Thank you' is nice, but...
Practical recognition that recognises Services Australia workers' efforts is something you deserve. Have some fun and send a message with one of our #practicalthanks selfie signs.
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8/12/2021
Net zero public sector is a must
The CPSU welcomes the announcement that an Albanese Government would commit to a net zero Australian Public Service by 2030.
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30/11/2021
Dangerous Parliament revealed by Jenkins Report
“Our members expect real resources to implement reforms ... because talking about safe workplaces doesn’t just magically make them safe.”
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29/11/2021
Commissioner rushes to second NTPS vote
Instead of respecting the No vote result and returning to the table for genuine negotiations, the Government is rushing out a new offer with little to no consultation, in a bid to force through a four-year wage freeze before Christmas.
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28/11/2021
New CSIRO Chair announced
The Federal Government has announced the appointment of Kathryn Fagg for a five-year term.
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22/11/2021
The ABC needs secure and increased funding now
The CPSU welcomes the announcement that an Albanese Government would provide a secure funding model for the ABC and SBS, free of election whims.
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18/11/2021
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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18/11/2021
Get the facts - Protected Industrial Action
What is protected industrial action? Download the fact sheet here
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16/11/2021
Future Fund beneficiaries call for fossil fuel divestment
CPSU members want to ensure that their superannuation investments are properly funded.
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11/11/2021
Delegate Sharon delivers a win
Sharon Jenkins, CPSU delegate in Services Australia, worked with her local health and safety representative to secure improved safety arrangements for workers in Service Centres.
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11/11/2021
Morton's choice
This week Public Services Minister Ben Morton tried to ask public sectors workers to pick between two bad government policies.
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10/11/2021
Morton versus Melissa
This week we saw the new Public Service Minister, Ben Morton, kick off a debate with CPSU National Secretary Melissa Donnelly on the government’s bad bargaining policy.
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4/11/2021
Important ballot information for NTPS members
The NTPS electronic ballot was interrupted at 3.46pm on Monday 1 November 2021 due to a manual administrative error which resulted in the ballot event being prematurely closed.
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1/11/2021
Jacana workers say NO
Your 70% NO vote has sent a strong message.
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31/10/2021
DVA newsflash
Labour hire to non-ongoing to secure jobs – that's a WIN!
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30/10/2021
CPSU submission to the DPS Inquiry
There are significant issues with the management and workplace relations practices of the DPS.
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29/10/2021
Keeping workplaces safe
As National Safe Work Month comes to an end, we want to thank union delegates and HSRs who have worked tirelessly to keep workplaces safe.
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28/10/2021
NDIA members win $100k+ backpay
NDIA has agreed to back pay overtime meal allowances thanks to the leadership of CPSU members.
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20/10/2021
Canberra Centrelink closure to leave many without help
We are calling on the government to come clean on what the future of face-to-face Centrelink services will be.
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20/10/2021
What do women really want?
The national survey asks Australian women about the key issues in their working lives.
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20/10/2021
Insecurity in publicly funded jobs
The Senate Select Committee on Job Security's Second interim report is now available.
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19/10/2021
Govt to outsource Veterans responsibility
Despite evidence showing what is desperately needed is simply more staff.
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18/10/2021
A safe transition back to the workplace
An important update for Home Affairs members from their Delegate Team.
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15/10/2021
National Gallery of Australia bargaining claim
CPSU members at the National Gallery are voting this week to endorse their bargaining claim. Find out more ...
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15/10/2021
Hot desking by any other name
Is it safe? CPSU delegates at DAWE ACT raise concerns with management.
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15/10/2021
Workloads under pressure at NDIA
A video message from your National Organiser David Villegas.
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13/10/2021
New delegate Melanie chalks up her first win
"Sometimes things are just done as that’s the way they have always been done but it doesn’t mean it’s right and it doesn’t mean it can’t and shouldn’t change.”
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13/10/2021
ABS members
The long-awaited draft Telework guidelines have been released. Come along to a local meeting. Vic members: your lunchtime Zooms are on 6 and 7 October.
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8/10/2021
Implementation of COVID-19 measures
The CPSU submission to the Inquiry into Auditor-General Reports Nos. 20, 22, 23, 24 and 39 (2020-21).
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6/10/2021
ATO Working from Home Pilot
Read the CPSU report here.
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6/10/2021
October is National Safe Work Month
Alongside thousands of other frontline workers, our members have been vital in keeping the whole community safe.
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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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6/08/2021
Working during the pandemic
In 2020 the CPSU collaborated with researchers to undertake a project, Working During the Pandemic, to gather data about the experience of public sector employees working during the COVID-19 crisis.
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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.
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1/01/2021
CPSU wins
Here's a list of all the stories that have been tagged "CPSU win".