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On Wednesday 19 June 2024, the HSUWA Committee of Management unanimously rejected the Department of Health’s first Offer for a new Union Agreement 2024. The pay increases offered, of 4.75% in the first year and 3.5% in the second year, do not go far enough to ensure that all HSUWA Members in the public sector…
Labour Day – A Celebration of Australian Worker Achievements!
We enjoy a public holiday in WA to commemorate Labour Day, but do you know why? It’s the day we celebrate one of the great wins of Australian Union Members – the 8-hour workday. It’s the day that reminds us of our shared belief in fairness and egalitarianism. It reminds us that workers joining together…
Union Win: Shift Penalty Underpayment Reconciliation Underway
Last year, HSUWA Members at Armadale Hospital uncovered widespread underpayment of shift workers who worked overtime in public health. As a result of union Members standing up to demand pay of their due entitlements, about 3,000 current and former employees will be back paid some entitlements (on average around $160). Due to union advocacy, the Department of Health agreed to investigate…
2023 HSUWA Admin Professional Awards
Congratulations to the incredible Administration and Clerical staff who were nominated for the 2023 HSUWA Admin Professional Awards. The Awards aimed to celebrate the contribution of Admin Professionals to our health services and highlight some of the individuals who are recognised by their peers as outstanding. Over the past few weeks, there have been celebrations at various worksites to announce the winners. We are proud…
International Women’s Day Rally
Join UnionsWA in commemorating International Women’s Day 2025 at a special event leading up to the WA State Election. “My Rights, My Body, My Vote” this year’s theme underscores the enduring relevance of the women’s rights movement and aims to spark meaningful dialogue about the empowerment, autonomy, and societal participation of women. International Womens Day Rally…
Your 2023 HSUWA Delegates of the Year
Members have nominated two incredible Delegates as their 2023 HSUWA Delegates of the Year, Tracey Giblett from Western Diagnostic Pathology and Sally Hartell from Armadale Health Service. Tracey is a terrific HSUWA Delegate and was nominated for her support of Members and recruitment of new Members to the union. One of Tracey’s colleagues said, “Tracey is always there to support any…
