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www.cpsu.asn.auReview April 2011 Hold this Government to Account The campaign to protect vital services, and the Public Sector which provides them continues. “This Government must The PSA’s Job Cuts = Service Cuts campaign is gaining increasing community be held to account for support and there are some positive signs that the harm it is inflicting some in Government realise this. The recent Cabinet re-shuffle is a clear on its employees and indicator that the Government has realised some earlier decisions have no community the community they support. But this can only be the beginning. It must serve.” be accompanied by changes to policies which Jan McMahon, PSA General Secretary saw jobs, services and working conditions cut. The PSA is determined to continue this campaign on multiple levels as it has since the day former Treasurer Kevin Foley handed down his Budget in September last year. We are not alone in this fight. The community and other unions are standing shoulder to shoulder with us. “The response has been strong and the support from members and the community has been very significant,” PSA General Secretary Jan McMahon said. “We will continue to hold this Government

The radio ad says: PSA General Secretary Jan McMahon addressing rally/media. The cuts outlined by Former “The State Government has to account for its actions. impact of the Budget; Treasurer Kevin Foley included: started slashing jobs, services Some of the actions the PSA has • Numerous rallies and marches; • A cut of 3750 Public Sector and worker entitlements as undertaken, many of which are detailed further • Union delegations to Electoral Offices; jobs over 4 years; part of its Budget cuts. in this issue of the Review, have included: • An ongoing High Court challenge; • A two tier system of Targeted • Regular Worksite Representative meetings • Lobbying of political parties; “Almost 4000 jobs are set and updates; Voluntary Separation Packages; to go which equals service • Union meetings at worksites. • Creation of a new interactive website – New radio advertising showing the cuts to • The Government will reconsider reductions, longer waiting doesntaddup.com.au jobs, services and entitlements was rolled out its “no involuntary redundancy” times and less support for • Regular media exposure regarding the during February. policy after one year if insufficient South Australian families staff reductions are achieved, in need. despite a promise by the Premier “The Government must be that this would not happen; held to account for betraying High Level Talks • Long Service Leave accrual workers and making South Senior PSA Officials have met with Premier and Attorney General , to be reduced from 15 days to a number of new Ministers in recent Treasurer , Minister for Industrial Australian families bear the Relations and Minister for 9 days per annum after July 1 brunt of unjustified cuts. weeks, in the wake of the Cabinet re-shuffle. Public Sector Management . this year for workers with The opening of channels of “If job and service cuts are Discussions have been preliminary, as 15 years service; already making your life communication is seen as a positive step, advised in previous individual PSA briefs while recognising that until policies are • Recreation Leave Loading to be harder tell us why at to members. changed which see cuts to jobs, services and removed for non-shift workers www.doesntaddup.com.au” Meetings have been held with Deputy conditions the campaign will continue. from July 2012

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Secretary’s Column President’s Column TIME FOR ACTION WHAT IS THE ’S LEGACY?

By Jan McMahon By Lindsay Oxlad

he campaign to Hold this members have seen jobs and entitlements n Wednesday 16 March 2011 bargaining in good faith has been irreparably Government to Account has slashed with no consultation, no negotiation. I was fortunate to attend the damaged by the opportunistic actions of the We are already seeing jobs and consequently continued well into 2011. PSA Foundation Rann Government which by its actions now T services disappear with no apparent concern members have demonstrated their O puts the Industrial Relations Commission by Government about the impact on those oration and was impressed to hear resolve to stand up for what is right. who need them most. We know workloads about the many achievements of Don in the difficult position of not being able to With the tide of community opinion confidently certify any future enterprise are already high, and this is only set to get Dunstan during his time as Premier of overwhelmingly onside, the worse. Something needs to change now. agreement covering the public sector. What South Australia. Government has had no choice but to The PSA has played its role by not does certification of an Agreement mean when begin the process of change. backing away from its obligations to Repeatedly referred to as a great reforming one of the parties can unilaterally alter it to Premier, one who achieved significant and The decision by Kevin Foley to step down as members and the community, and is fulfilling suit its needs? its vow to protect the public sector. We have lasting reforms that benefited all South Treasurer shows the impact the union and More so as it will surely flow on to be community campaign is having on the marched the streets of , crammed the Australians. seats of Parliament House, knocked on the used as a precedent by other private sector Government. But this is not the end, it can What then of his successor, the Rann door of parliamentarians and hit the skies, employers in all sectors of the economy – only be the beginning. Government lead by his pupil ? radio waves and internet with our message. retail, manufacturing, transport, services, The PSA welcomes any steps to begin to Reflecting on the past twelve months, the mining, telecommunications, entertainment, repair the damage done by former Treasurer In an historic move the PSA will now take Government’s record can only be described as Foley's last Budget, however much needs to its dispute over the Government's decision to hospitality, etc. disappointing, marked by lost opportunities be done. override the current Enterprise Agreement to It must also be troubling to the business the High Court. As we have said, no stone and a loss of Labor values and principles. Significantly, the PSA has met with four community with any contractual arrangements will be left unturned in challenging these key Government members whose new roles budget measures. The attacks on Workcover are with the Government. Is there now a will have a direct bearing on PSA members. heightened risk that Governments now and in Initial meetings have been held with Deputy Government Members of Parliament have certainly not in the Dunstan mould the future will seek to avoid their contractual Premier Rau, Treasurer Snelling, Minister seen rallies at electorate offices and and will not be a proud legacy delegations as part of the campaign. Meetings obligations by passing legislation when it Gago as Minister for Public Sector of the Rann Government’s years. Management, and Minister Finnigan who of all public sector unions continue regularly suits them to do so? to plan campaign activities. We have in no took on the important portfolio of Industrial Equally the Government’s decision to cut Finally, the most abhorrent legacy is the way become complacent or diverted from the Relations. Government threat to “reconsider” the “no focus of our campaign. 3,750 public sector jobs (and therefore much The importance of these meetings cannot needed services to the community) as an forced redundancy” policy that Premier It is time. Time for the Government to act be understated. For months the PSA has been unnecessary part of its budget strategy was not Rann committed his Government to maintain calling for Government consultation and on its promise to listen to the people of this something that the community will applaud not once but several times, in writing and negotiation to no avail. Now, the lines of state. To listen to our message that job cuts underlined in letters to the Public Service communication have reopened in what can will mean service cuts, to negotiate not let alone workers in the public sector. only be a positive move for members. legislate, and to leave our leave alone. The further action by the Government Association prior to and after each State PSA members have an expectation that Our message to the new Ministry is that it to legislate away Leave Loading and Long Election. That is not something that Don this will lead to genuine discussions and a is time to start a fresh relationship with your Service Leave employment entitlements Dunstan would be proud of nor would he review of budget decisions. However, until employees and the people of this state. One despite the fact that they were enshrined in tolerate such action. based on trust, transparency and commitment there is a commitment to reverse any of the an Enterprise Agreement agreed to by the In the light of these actions by the Rann disastrous budget measures which have been to quality public sector services. Government and the public sector unions Government the Public Service Association imposed on the public sector and the It is still too early to tell whether these (on behalf of the employees) and certified by community, we will continue to campaign. latest changes really do herald a new era. and the members that it has the honor to Meetings are good, but actions by While we hope it can, we will continue to not the Industrial Relations Commission is not a represent will continue to campaign up to the Government are better. leave anything to chance and campaign to legacy that a Labor Government can count as 2014 State Election to have those legacies an achievement. Since the Budget announcements, PSA hold the Government to account for its scrapped, unless the Government itself actions. The long held Labor principle of collective changes its decisions.

ReviewPUBLIC SECTOR The Public Sector REVIEW is an official publication of the Public Service Association of SA Inc and the Vision Statement Community & Public Sector Union (SPSF Group) SA Branch. Comments, letters and editorial material to: THE PSA WILL ACHIEVE THIS BY: ‘The Editor,’ Public Sector Review Level 5, 122 Pirie Street, Adelaide, SA 5000. • ensuring job security for members Selected articles are published electronically on • membership involvement the PSA Website at www.cpsu.asn.au/sa The PSA will be a dynamic organisation focused on the needs • effective management supported by trained Tel: (08) 8205 3200 Fax: (08) 8223 6509 professional staff and aspirations of its members throughout South Australia as Toll-free: 1800 811 457 • continual improvement of its operations Email: [email protected] the principal trade union representing workers who provide • improvement of members’ wages and Printed on partially recycled paper with community services to South Australians. working conditions biodegradable soy-based inks by Cadillac Printing, 64 Kincaid Ave, North Plympton, SA. • provision of industrial support and other The Public Sector Review’s official publication valued benefits to members number is PP565001/0010. This edition is Volume • promotion of the vital role of the public 45, number 1. sector in the economy and community. Responsibility for political content in this publication is taken by Peter Christopher, Editor. PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 P3

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Howard McDonald, President, Australia and New Zealand Section, The Institute of Transportation Engineers presents Award to PSA President Lindsay Oxlad Parking “Tax” Fight The PSA is continuing the fight against the State Government’s “The additional cost to staff who often have to work shift work, don’t parking “tax” cash grab at our metropolitan Public Hospitals. have access to public transport and therefore need to drive to work is simply unacceptable.” Fees for parking – previously free at most hospitals – will be imposed “And to tax people who are visiting sick people in hospital is disgraceful. this year for staff and visitors. “The long term cost for friends and family to visit someone with a The proposed daily fee will be $13 for most hospital visitors, with most chronic or life threatening health issue is potentially huge. To make money staff being slugged at least $46.77 a month. out of people who are suffering is shameful."

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Jobs Watch

The Rann Government’s slash and the PSA’s “Job Watch” website delivery of important services to South In addition, the multiplier effect will see burn Budget is already starting to Australian families in need.” private sector jobs lost as Government (available at www.doesntaddup. cause pain with talented workers The list of job cuts will be regularly agencies require less equipment and updated to reflect the ongoing loss of services. leaving the Public Sector. com.au) revealed that 441.1 jobs Public Sector jobs, which is in turn In addition to actual declared job cuts, have already been cut. The impact on service delivery is reflected in service cuts. Job cuts = many agencies are leaving jobs vacant to inevitable and negative. That site states: The Public Service Service cuts. reduce expenditure. The PSA will Association will 'hold this Government Other jobs will be lost in the private monitor both the impact upon the At the time of going to print to account' for job cuts which impact not sector as a direct consequence of this loss community and workload concerns for with this issue of the Review, only on PSA members, but also on the of earnings by South Australian families. members. PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 P5 Budget Cuts Deep - Survey

The PSA has commissioned research to examine how Government Members across all Portfolio areas PSA General Secretary Jan cutbacks have affected members and their ability to do their work. reported that the 2010-11 Budget McMahon said the results of this would amplify the negative impact of research would form part of the Members were sent a survey from workloads and impact of this on overall ongoing PSA response previous staff cuts: Institute for Social health and well-being. strategy to the 2010 State Budget. • 79% expected negative impacts Research canvassing their views on a Key findings of the survey “Government has been saying range of topics. on their ability to meet client or (available in full on the PSA website) there will be no reduction in services The survey sought information community needs; include: and the savage cuts will have minimal regarding the respondents’ • 3,380 members took part – a • 78.2% expected negative impact,” she said. department or agency and type of representative and statistically impacts on the level of service work. It then sought to determine “Members are certainly telling us valid cross-section of members; delivery to the community; how much unpaid and paid overtime something completely different. • They reported working an average is regularly involved in their work. • 70.8% expected negative impacts “They are saying that services are of 2.7 hours overtime each week – Further questions examined how on their ability to meet SA 85% unpaid; being cut at an alarming rate and that well various departments were coping Strategic Plan targets; workloads have continually risen to in an environment of ongoing budget • More than half said their work unit • 69.1% expected negative unsustainable levels. cuts prior to and since the 2010 State was inadequately staffed prior to impacts on the quality of service Budget – and whether units or the 2010-11 State Budget; “This survey confirms these facts agencies were adequately or • More than 80% said cutbacks delivery from their work unit; and shows a true snapshot of inadequately staffed. had resulted in reallocation • 68.6% expected negative workloads and pressures being faced It also examined worker of additional duties to impacts on the maintenance of by the Public Sector, and how this is satisfaction, ability to complete remaining staff. publicly funded infrastructure. affecting service delivery.” Cabinet Re-shuffled Premier Mike Rann announced a new Ministry on 8 February 2011 following the resignation of the Deputy Premier and Treasurer Kevin Foley from those positions. There is little doubt the significant Cabinet re-shuffle announced just prior to Parliament resuming in early February was brought about by mass displays of Treasurer Jack Snelling public anger at the actions of the Rann Government, particularly The PSA welcomed the new arising from the September Budget. Treasurer, Mr Jack Snelling, and Moves by former Treasurer was quick to seek a meeting with Kevin Foley to slash jobs and him to discuss the grave concerns services and attack the held by members. Government’s workers were key PSA General Secretary said there PSA General Secretary Jan McMahon with Associate Professor John Spoehr elements of this backlash – as was was an opportunity to change: “We the PSA’s sustained campaign would be pleased to sit down with highlighting this folly. them to discuss resolving this issue That campaign does not end with and, particularly, the job cuts and For more information relating to a change of personnel in attacks on Public Sector workers’ Government circles. The public conditions. Public Service Association News, Education, anger does not diminish. The cuts in “If the Government wants to Training, or General Information go to: jobs and services do not evaporate. take this opportunity, the avenues The concerns of workers whose are there. conditions were attacked in an “The PSA's position remains unprecedented manner have not clear. The Government must www.cpsu.asn.au been appeased. continue to be held to account. P6 PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 HOLD THIS GOVERNMENT TO ACCOUNT The PSA is urging members to write to their local Member of Parliament Make a difference to outline the true impact this Government’s cuts to jobs, services and conditions are having. Personal letters from constituents to MPs are read and do make a difference. Members are asked to tell their MPs the reality of cutting jobs and the impact on workloads and service delivery. “Local Members of Parliament are politically sensitive to public opinion and events which could have an electoral impact.” “It is important to hold your local MPs to account for how they vote on matters that affect you.” “Local Members of Parliament are expected to represent the views of their constituents. “It is appropriate for PSA members to write to their local MP and to expect a reply from that MP. PSA members want to know, and have every right to know, the views of the local Member and to know what their Member plans to do. “It is called accountability. Don’t be fobbed off. Write to, ring or visit your local Member. Let them know what your concerns are, and let them know that how they respond to you and act will influence how you vote in future.” ALP State Council Supports Workers Elected members and leaders of the This followed on from the ALP State State ALP have been given a stern Convention held in November last year. warning by their own party. Amid unprecedented scenes of protest by The ALP State Executive met on February the PSA and other unions and community 10 and the PSA understands the following members, the delegates to the ALP was passed: Convention determined that the Government “State Executive calls on the Rann should change its decisions to use legislation Labor Government to make the reversal of to reduce and remove negotiated employment cuts to public servants’ entitlements an conditions. immediate priority, starting with the rescission of this anti-worker legislation on the first five The PSA is not affiliated to the ALP or Regional Cuts Hurt sitting weeks of the 2011 Parliamentary any political party, nor does it make donations Schedule (ending April 7, 2011).” to any party. Continued attacks on funding for jobs The PSA has supported organizations and and services in regional communities regional communities to fight against these are threatening to decimate those parts cuts and protect citizens outside the metropolis of Adelaide. of our State “beyond Gepps Cross”. “It seems to many that the State First it was cuts to TAFE jobs, then Government has torn up the State Master Shared Services which stripped hundreds of Plan along with its own Enterprise Bargaining pay packets from regional economies. Agreement.” More recently, funding has been withdrawn from regional hospitals, now “Support for regional communities by threatened with closure amid community Government is at an all time low. claims that their demise will rip the heart out “They have stripped away jobs. They have of the community. stripped away educational opportunities. They And lately, bids to remove some housing have virtually shut down departments and entitlements to public sector workers agencies responsible for regional development employed in these communities. and primary industry support. Now they are The proposed sell off of forests in the stripping away funding to hospitals. South East, and loss of regional Department “The PSA will continue to fight to hold of Environment and Natural Resources and them to account for what they are doing to PIRSA jobs will have major impacts. regional communities.” PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 P7 HOLD THIS GOVERNMENT TO ACCOUNT The groundswell of anger against this Government’s cuts to jobs, services and entitlements has led to unprecedented displays of public dissatisfaction as PSA members, other unionists and community members have taken to the streets to make their displeasure clear. Rallies and marches have been held and delegations have protested outside MP's Electoral Offices. These actions will be continued. “The PSA thanks members, other unions and the general community for their participation in these ongoing campaign activities,” PSA General Secretary Jan McMahon said. “This Government must be held to account, and public displays such as these are having a strong impact.” P8 PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 Universities Pass The Endurance Test

The record breaking Enterprise in June 2008. The and PSA/CPSU has worked to reinstate Bargaining negotiations for our Almost every other university in University of South Australia have employment conditions that were stripped State’s university staff are Australia reached their Agreement first, agreements that have now been away by the Howard Government's nearing an end. with South Australian Universities – approved by Fair Work Australia. industrial laws. Protections for fixed term Unions involved in these protracted which usually wait to see where other Flinders University unions and and casual employees have now been discussions regarding EBs for SA’s three universities reach agreement before management have now agreed on a agreed to by every university that has universities first put in the log of claims settling – in a race to be last. salary and conditions offer. finalised a new Enterprise Agreement. News In Brief

Marleston TAFE Families SA Anti-Poverty Program Correctional Services The PSA is continuing discussions with The PSA is concerned that Families SA is The PSA is continuing to raise concerns Overcrowding and bed space management TAFE SA after potentially dangerous organic proceeding with the construction of a about the impact of Budget cuts on the role of continue to be a matter of significant concern substances were found in the groundwater proposed new training centre to replace the Anti-Poverty Program. in our State’s Correctional facilities. beneath the Marleston TAFE and surrounding Magill despite unresolved issues. A number of jobs have been lost with an The Department has recently approached areas. The PSA has been advised that work, in the inevitable reduction in services to South most institutions to examine possible ways to The substances are tetrachlorethene form of land grading, has commenced at the site. Australian families in desperate need. increase capacity. (PCE), trichloroethane (TCE) and Meetings with the Department will PSA representatives are involved in a The new unit at Pt Lincoln (36) beds is dichlorethene (DCE). continue in a bid to clarify the situation and working group examining the ramifications due to be commissioned in April/May this Employees and residents have been seek resolution to points of concern of these cuts - the Project Working Group for year. The PSA continues to be involved in a notified and the EPA is conducting further previously raised in relation to the draft plans. Anti-Poverty and Financial Hardships consultative process to ensure members’ tests at the site with a full report expected in The PSA will act to ensure the new centre Programs Reform and Budget Savings. concerns about staffing levels and work April. provides an environment which facilitates The group meets fortnightly and practices are being addressed. TAFE SA says it has been advised there is rehabilitation while ensuring both residents representatives from all regions are involved DCS is also commencing work on a new no immediate risk to public health and it will and staff are safe and secure. in decision making about the Service accommodation unit at Pt Augusta Prison. continue to pursue a management plan to Unless Government wants another Delivery Model and Implementation plan. The PSA will continue to meet with DCS ensure the contamination is treated and problem on its hands, it must properly deal Non-Government Organisations may representatives in an effort to overcome the monitored. with staff concerns, including fundamental provide a cheaper but far less effective problems. design flaws raised by experienced members. outcome for people in desperate need. PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 P9 Permanency Conversion For Schools The PSA has highlighted the issue of the lack of ongoing status for school based members for may years, resulting in the recognition of the problem by the then Chief Executive, Chris Robinson. This recognition also resulted in a commitment to fix the problem. The PSA is continuing to work with DECS to ensure the proper steps are being taken for School Services Officers and Early Childhood Workers to gain permanent employment. DECS reported in February that a total of 809 SSOs/ECWs had been identified for conversion to permanency with almost 600 already advised by letters with more to follow. In a meeting that month, DECS advised the PSA it was continuing to check and identify SSOs and ECWs who met the criteria for conversion. DECS advised it had identified a number of irregularities with eligibility criteria and these were being reviewed. DECS gave an undertaking to continue to liaise with the PSA about this. DECS sought and was granted approval by the Industrial Relations Commission to extend the conversion project to the end of Term 1, 2011. All conversions as they are offered will be back dated to 27 January 2011. DECS will advise the PSA when it considers the conversion process is complete. At that time the PSA will notify members and call for any PSA members who consider they have been missed or are otherwise aggrieved by the conversion process to respond to the PSA. The PSA will take these responses up with DECS on a case by PSA SSO Conference 2010 case basis. WorkCover Review The State Government has sought feedback on its 2008 “amendments” to WorkCover. In early January, it announced the appointment of Bill Cossey AM and Chris Latham, to undertake the review of Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation (Scheme Review) Amendment Act 2008 (the Amendment Act). The review commenced in late January. The Terms of Reference for the review are to assess: • The impact of the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation (Scheme Review) Amendment Act 2008 (the amending Act) on workers who have suffered compensable disabilities and been affected by the operation of the amending Act; and • The impact of the amending Act on levies paid by employers under Part 5 of the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1986 (principal Act); and • The impact of the amending Act on the sufficiency of the Compensation Fund to meet the liabilities of the WorkCover • Step downs – income entitlements are cut blackmailed into resolutions and put currently examines non-medical issues Corporation of South Australia under the to 90% after 13 weeks and 80% after 26 under enormous hardship; making arbitrary and contradictory principal Act. weeks. Some members using annual leave • Worker capacity review, 130 weeks – decisions. and sick leave to survive or working with The PSA has numerous concerns about rehabilitation is poor and no retraining; PSA submissions formed part of a joint the changes to WorkCover and has been a injuries; • Changes to redemption – redemptions union response to Government. strong opponent of them. • Suspension of pay while in dispute – PSA now much more complicated The review team is due to finalise the Among concerns are: concerned members are being • Medical panel – the medical panel report by the end of May this year. P10 PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011

Oz Day Honours for Members

This issue of The Review celebrates the career achievements of three long-standing members of the PSA. These three were recently recognized for Professor Rob Lewis Chris Dearman Dean Ryder their commitment to PSM PSM OAM our community in the Professor Rob Lewis was awarded Chris was awarded the Public Dean Ryder, from Port Pirie, was Australia Day Awards. the Public Service Medal for Service Medal for “outstanding awarded an OAM (Medal in the The PSA congratulates “outstanding public service in the public service in the area General Division) for “service to area of primary industries research of security and emergency veterans and their families through them and thanks them and development”. management.” the Port Pirie Sub Branch of the for their tireless efforts Rob joined the PSA in 1989. He He has been a member of the PSA Returned and Services League of to make our State a led SARDI for 18 years from 1992 to since 1978. Australia”. better place. 2010. Chris was a founding staff member Dean joined the PSA in 1982. He Previous positions held include and worked in the Country Fire has retired from the Public Service, but Director of Fisheries South Australia Service (CFS) until 1999. has remained an Associate Member. and a number of research and His roles in CFS were extremely Dean said: “As a RSL volunteer and research management positions in varied and he says he established a a RSL Life Member receiving this fisheries and aquatic sciences. “deep and lasting regard for award was emotionally overwhelming He was the inaugural South volunteers and identified the need to and I am humbled to receive such a Australian Independent achieve a better balance between prestigious award for my involve-ment Commissioner for Water Security. He prevention, preparedness, response with veterans and the Port Pirie RSL . holds a BSc(Hon) from the and recovery that continues to “When you hold office in a voluntary University of Adelaide and a underpin my work to the present organisation like the RSL it comes with DSc(honoris causa) from Flinders day”. a certain amount of responsibilities and University. Chris joined the newly established an expectation of commitment. I have endeavoured to give it my very best Rob currently holds dual Security and Emergency shot in both regards.” Professorial appointments at both the Management Office in DPC in 2003 University of Adelaide and Flinders and SAFECOM in 2007. Dean was employed by the Port Pirie Regional Health Service from University as Director of Special Chris said: “Since 1978 I have 1976 until 2004. On retiring he was the Projects developing major new worked with people with astounding Manager, Risk Management Service. research initiatives. capability and capacity and I share Rob has previously been awarded this medal with all those people.” He enlisted in the Australian Army in a Centenary Medal for services to 1963, served in South Vietnam with marine sciences. 1RAR and was wounded in action. He was honourably discharged with the rank of Sergeant after six years of service. International Fights for Rights The fight to protect public and entitlements. More than 20 other States are the Conservative Government’s services is making headlines Rallies of a hundred thousand examining similar legislation. plans to slash jobs and freeze internationally as well as in people have followed moves by Similarly, in the United wages. South Australia. that State to eradicate collective Kingdom a campaign is underway The number of jobs likely to be bargaining. to generate “a million voices for lost overseas in coming years as a Public Sector workers in the US public services”. consequence of budget cuts has State of Wisconsin have found The State Governor has threatened to use armed forces – Faced with extreme cuts to jobs been variously reported in the themselves at the forefront of range from 100,000 to 500,000. governmental efforts there to the National Guard – to arrest and public spending, workers have impose draconian cuts to rights workers on strike. taken to the streets to fight against PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011 P11

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In the heart of some of the best outdoor setting, native gardens and birdlife, Dual driveway access 120 632 anytime. water skiing area of South Australia. Enjoy the beautiful views of the River Murray whilst enjoying the 2 level home. Top level features 4 suit 2/3 cars and a boat. Marion Bay is a three hour drive from Wedding Dress - Size 10, beaded bodice, satin to ground, low back, bedrooms, 1 king, 2 queen and 1 double/single bunk, formal dinning, Adelaide along the scenicYorke Peninsula. huge satin train inc, long sleeved, absolutely stunning gown. $25 large lounge, fully equipped kitchen, bar area, main bathroom and Very reasonable rates from $100 per night . July - September Special, o.n.o. Contact Sue on 84492368 ensuite in master bedroom. 2 plasma TV’s one in the lounge and the stay 5 nights pay for 4. Contact JENNY on 0431 259 503 or email Hills swing set with slide - $500 ono. Just dismantle and it is all other in the master bedroom. Surround music system, R/C air- [email protected]. yours for hours of fun for you and your kiddies. Contact Ange Higgs conditioner and fire place for cozy winter nights. Upstairs has a beautiful outside deck entertainment area. It also features clear blinds 0434 074 674 (Gawler Area) DE-STRESS IN CHORD when nights get cool and gas heating is available. Ground level Table - Pine - Round - 90cm. Turned legs, 1920 style. plus 4 chairs. features games room with 2 leather futon beds, Plasma T.V., air All you bathroom baritones and tenors out there who would like to OrigAustrian Bendwood (Thonet). $600 o.n.o. Rostrevor - hockey/snooker table, soccer table and even a table tennis table. develop those voices and sing a range of music from Gershwin to Ph 8337 2091 Laundry and bathroom. Also available are 2 single foldout beds if Opera choruses to modern musicals and be a part of a group of people needed. This property also includes a fresh water system, BBQ who have been involved in this for one hundred and twenty years (not REAL ESTATE facilities, paddle boat and 2 wave skis. Landscaped surrounds and the same people by the way). Apart from the pleasure of developing a Timeshare For Sale - 2 b/r apartment $3000 o.n.o. plenty of undercover parking. This property sleeps up to 12 people. broader musical knowledge, it is a great de-stresser and an Call John on 0418 307 142 for further enquiries Applications subject to approval by landlord. Priced from $880 per opportunity to be a part of a group of interesting people with a variety RENTAL ACCOMMODATION night Minimum 2 night stay. Bond Applies. 3 bathrooms, 4 bedrooms of different occupations and hobbies. The Adelaide Male Voice Choir (sleeps up to 12), Carport (fits 6 cars) FURTHER INQUIRES : is always trying to improve and build on its qualities to bring in new Work in Murray Bridge? Sick of commuting? This 1 b/r self SUZIE PAGNOZZI 0414867420 members, or even just friends of the Choir. If you feel you would like contained unit is available for $90 p/w (unfurnished) or $120 p/w “Ocean Break” -Middleton - Centrally located at to be a part of the living history of our State or would like to just (furnished). Ring Jen on 0412037968 for more information. Middleton, is an inviting home with beautiful, bright beachstyle come in and experience a practice night, please ring one of the décor. It is close to Middle Point and other well known surfing and following phone numbers: 8270 2628 or 8332 1895.

THE AMBASSADOR CARD UPDATES 2011 Tumby Bay Page 12: Petals Network Modra’s Apartments Don’t forget you can use your card at Campbell’s Cash and Mention your Membership Card to receive 20% rebate on the 2 Yaringa Avenue, Tumby Bay 5605 Carry at North Plympton and Pooraka. Present your flower value of each order through the Petals Network. Not valid 10% rebate on normal rate Friday and Saturday nights and public Membership Card on arrival to receive a day pass for cash holidays. in conjunction with any other special offer. When ordering over purchases only. Not valid for the purchase of liquor. 20% rebate at all other times. Min 2 night stay. the phone please quote Ambassador Card to receive saving. ADDITIONS Barmera Page 22: Workout World Mile End Adelaide and Suburbs Kercoonda Holiday House New Phone No. (08) 8352 2175 Adelaide Paringa Apartments Lake Bonney, Barmera 5345 15 Hindley Street, Adelaide 5000 10% rebate on normal rate Friday and Saturday nights and public Page 72: Zoe’s Restaurant 50% rebate on advertised rack rate. Subject to availability. holidays. Saving applies to items on the menu marked (M) only. Miller Apartments 20% rebate at all other times. Block out times may apply during DELETIONS 16 Hindley Street, Adelaide 5000 special events or peak periods. Minimum two night stay. Page 9: Metro Inn Edgecliff 50% rebate on advertised rack rate. Subject to availability. Victor Harbor Workout World Anchorage Café, Restaurant, Wine Bar (no longer a Metro property) Gepps Cross Homemaker Centre, 750 Main North Road, Gepps 21 Flinders Parade, Victor Harbor 5211 Page 12: Roses Only/Fruit Only/Hampers Only Cross 5094 Valid Dinner: Sunday thru Friday. Save up to $20 off one main Page 13: Lucky Last Present your Membership Card at time of purchase to receive course with the payment of a main course of equal or greater 15% rebate on all equipment. value. Not valid 15 December thru 15 January inclusive. Page 22: Workout World Mount Barker (closed). Not valid sale items. ALTERATIONS Page 60: Byblos Mediterranean Cuisine (closed). International Fights for Rights INFO BY EMAIL FEDERAL WEBSITE CPSU www.cpsu-spsf.asn.au The federal office for State public servants, the CPU-SPSF (State Public Services Federation) has launched a new website, and all PSA members are encouraged to contribute material. Increasingly, the PSA is providing information to members on industrial matters The website has general interest areas, an online journal “The Public Interest”, a links page and specific sections for women, schools, higher education and corrective services. and other benefits via email. To ensure that you receive the very latest As well as being a useful site to ‘bookmark’, website co-ordinator Ryan Heath believes your information, please let us know if your email address changes. Just send an views and experiences need to to be up in writing to make the site work. email message to [email protected] with the details and your membership If you have anything from a book review to a campaign victory in your workplace to report, record will be updated. email: [email protected]. P12 PUBLIC SECTOR REVIEW APRIL 2011

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PUBLIC SECTOR PUBLIC • Published six times a year SECTOR C SECTOR wRevieww PUBLI .cpsu.asn.au r 2009 SECTOR embe C www.cpsu.asn.auRevie wDec PUBLI w August 2010 s wMay 2010 Election Dangers B w n The ghost of WorkChoices is casting a dark shadow over the imminent E u the dire consequences of WorkChoices under Decemb a su.asn.au Federal Election. . su.asn.a volved Reviewww.cp er 2010 • Full colour pages .cp lin T Reviewww ctly Opposition Leader Tony Abbott has done dire Most were protected thanks to an s not ” his best to kill this “elephant in the room”, vice es. agreement with the Rann State Government. Pve ser servic draw ti but voters have every right to be wary. R to administravery of frontline the ability sector There is no guarantee this protection have deli that one WorkChoices was a cornerstone of the epaign in the he said from of would continue should WorkChoices be am o er, rily nce Federal Liberal Party under John Howard. It A c t v e lthat gain Howe prima nsequ rt revived by Mr Abbott in one guise or in a co po used ction ctor savings a t sup stripped rights and conditions from hundreds tards to a se most and e tha another. bo in blic or ng b Y Bill put pu all ishi ould of thousands of workers and tore apart unfair t een roles . dimin cks c r y b tal s life is utba the dismissal laws and other protections. In a clever piece of electioneering, Mr “wa lread e vi ng ed c that ed a a t th o bei ntinu ded or stopped”sa. ys Abbott signed a mock “death certificate” for E arov ligh community’ als co will pp ic h our is ntly h Since the ALP gained power, they have as a publ hig in ign f job es are “impe whic WorkChoices in recent weeks. cil h in ers play ampa act o servic consiste oles SA oun cuts work ing c imp reasurer ice r ,” P largely restored those rights and acted SA C her ertis e true ery. T k off vices “WorkChoices is dead, it’s buried, it’s D t v c r S BP r v he t fu n ad eal th deli “The m ba e se properly to protect workers and families. T figh A o rev e e fro ntlin T cremated,” Mr Abbott said. o t servic ar ro st” t ighting oped on cuts on f is che services. nt f devel cuts act cMahon said. truth U Prime Minister Julia Gillard played and ica udget mp he s for b t i t. T b Voters may well recall a similar pre- jobs signif and no ren ted. o the leading role in campaigning long and the vings fe c C if fe J ed sa cuts t d f sector v p a election promise by a previous Liberal e ry g d appro some cc s ve bein g n hard against WorkChoices and up a General Secrettayr yi Jan M dy ein a t li a b o ea lre re O Leader: John Howard. a s Council freeing n e r e a ff e eradicating that extremely unpopular , ll Th ar sta e c i “ es d w i w vic ille en v October r k h N ty se s w r in i ne nd e e legislation upon election. In election mode in 1996 he said: fund un y ntli ls a a tim is. a S m r o na t is eta fr io r a cr r campaign. om cr fess cto ion clearly o “There's no way a GST will ever be part of c Se ro se nt is f l p c te It major e a l li re s. t The PSA also worked very hard to ensure a th ner Vita pub and h of the Public w Ge the nt does mirror g our policy. o A e i members kn PS from uitm fices” e and F and other virtually all members were shielded against , t cr of to s.” ahon los e a re with smok the services have eed ice McM re y fac “back ears is all ow is back. of members • Direct-mailed s n serv Jan t mo alread from isapp nd “It . kn o vernment . The vast majority n d cu jobs d a o t Go icia an has h ving work one, conomy d t cuts The Rann Sector “frontline” lit obs ment roug heir be d d nee rther are now oom” and “Po to j vern s th “Remo hat t ds to calle false e ns pt fu that were safe in both “backr Continues page 3 uts e Go job eet an t l nee so- iticia acce ar more seats a foot bers. r c e, th ector to m t me k stil the “Pol not F itionally excess num rthe o dat ic s es no wor be will isters in trad hey are not Jan McMahon with Julia G fu T publ ackag Kevin . The will unity l. Even Min services. T 100 n p rer, them it ve to do it. be omm es.” margina from ents of the illard before becoming Prime Mi Review ell 1 atio asu gly ly c rvic comfort compon d w than separ e Tre in the easin asing nd se can feel little re essential t an ry by th are incr f who will ha incre nd obs a Continues page 5 safe seats They a No Cuts Needed nister n nta t cuts ll a j very prude volu ets se 400 ” staf y wi tasks a ays ensures targ ther “frontline s the tive ir against them. is alw ings A fur ean istra g the the large swings whole. PSA which sav year. o years. his hat m dmin rmin en their ustainable The for members’l , last xt tw ed in “T in a erfo cuts have tak onths, the S “ ganisation fight enera Foley the ne warn t’s down an p after year of coming m or to y,” G in al’s nmen ged er th Year s are In l pre- Social Cost too High it line er r g th ent nica resourced needed mun iring Gen Gove er bo k ra and departm ion – a cy QEH Safety Win m f r- v r ies iss funds ur co udito the deli erwo . More agenc udget Comm has the tect o s he A that to pap toll loads and B ernment – it d pro said. or thi T port difficult obs. rowing work of the Gov The world has moved on since the State ts an nds f Re more wn j ling with g on creation Commonsense finally prevailed righ McMahon he fu on, nual “are o strugg electi er on , Jan ide t electi An gets . at the Treasur Government set up its “slash and burn” Massi prov tate tar ted” directed its report to its massive cuts, it will come at a huge in a dispute at the Queen v Secretary uncil ext S vices savings estima lly y falling budgets. will give commission and the $750 million in cuts “These e, history o n er lly n of SA C f the nd s typica tor campaig social cost. Elizabeth Hospital after firm ang “P ad o obs a ness origina are a public sec it was told to find are not now needed. professionals er making e j e than gets A’s S an gn ah e for awar tar tions. The PS tate d fr demonstrations mpai battl an of vings gotia “To continue to claim the service cuts are intervention by the PSA. were originally Go ustr ca that a hat head “Sa w e negotiations– A major independent research report work ver ation ing d t ed a icant in ne futur t needed flies in the face of the evidence. No ers nme hav know , an stag r all vernmen ed prepared for the PSA spells out clearly how Members in the Bio Medical told they would and nt’s e m J t d ming o tha also be signif – and Go and nt eva cuts are needed. What our society needs are its communbiteytr et th an M loo ilar t e claim it with fair vernme the economic situation of our nation and our have to stay at The ayal e cMa is sim from to e a e Go th Partners Engineering Department there were h larg o atta hon ign on.” aid “This ing nsur ion, th on and Heal properly funded services and a Government ave est . f i ck a lab mpa ecti d se p relat to e Elect r Nicola Rox State have improved dramatically since the their posts as been dem ts families s de eled ca te el rea ed ” o the d in lth Ministe initially advised by management that gr se ons vas th t Sta t inc ucted duct mbers. in Prior t slashe Federal Hea Global Financial Crisis of a year ago. which listens to the needs of families and the oups en a trati and tatin is un e las n firs cond con me “ ill be cMahon with walls fell down hav s wo ons for g fo pre h e e w n M y Labor e r i r c t h th ll b conducted ervices Ja yron Gregor community.” they would be required to continue to ven kers n de “T public Sou eden wit ar; wi be s. hat s f Executive B The report’s authors are Associate Go ted and cade his sector th A ted U all, onditions; cannot realitie ion of w n.” Chie work in their basement offices while above them.” work vernme their com s and Gove ustr t a reasonable outcomtioe nfso r e ques me clea Professor John Spoehr and Eric Parnis of the The report finds: “Despite global ers, nt disg mun betra rnme work lian • Regular features d d h o its which u it y n conomic t ers. is an October 1 this yxeisting c an negotia t now c n community st at y said. ed i t ha ris ns mus la economic instability the South Australian the building above them was being “Dust and vibrations and noise has a “It ts s b c tion of e io “The s . It P Australian Institute for Social Research at Th St w ro B cial et dit vorced from e of remuneratieonnt, utiny ary h e P abandoned ate must ork ken n dg Protec on m cr lt ine S and er fina Bu • c ove oid s General Secret ea de genu economic and budget outlook is positive, would have been intolerable and spear A “ be held s,” its al is to ments pr to av PSA H inclu the University of Adelaide. demolished. heading an its M M wo lob in h s a vacuum di ele d im be rder Jan McMahon, al rm must d i principle its ake to s M rd E e g er Job security;nt , all an ill o r h refo olders, ts su n account. c e e c h m o M th ur • m “signing ver nt w d su stake providing a foundation for growth rather dangerous. These members rightly this e ffe a of as ve we e s e ing all m s. r mi h s re ro for ym ce F nitor with F f be as st ” on alitie tate T d Imp all “Ho mplo owan losely mo onsultation e union “The message is loud and clear,” PSA This raised considerable concerns rom ight. rs h eq a re ake, re he S mpte • for of e all PSA is c nt c PSA as th than contraction in output, employment and refused to work in such conditions.” wh the v ave ual s sult man w by t re-e wances; bonus les urity and s The Governme uding the General Secretary Jan McMahon said. “If for members - both for their own en T ery been fr ervic of t y p s p allo u c r al cl o o h e e begun call t”. oley ector f cash ched se itions . embe million the Feder in health workers. budget revenue over the medium term. intentionsreasu utset ntlin e cu is B ople e hav strain r F lic s one-of ement; ific s ts cond nd m to cut $750 plans by health many massive cuts were ever needed, they are not Initially management stuck by their rer , on maintaine s ts. T udge will e M b c n a s s of S e h t w EB eeing for “r get, e pu it • A agre n spe reme to ives thi sted method control representing the Council OHS&W and also for the safety of es to Foley epte rvic ere . Job ne agr Bud on th made catio requi d entat into er sugge o assume and rs attending any more. The impetus to slash and burn, to “The State Government is well positioned senti break m mbe d. es w is no cut N the tives e that lling PSA on” to the ssifi lar llie vassed and fouegphret sfor nput to ed to furth nding. t y financed State Premie COAG) in decision saying staff would not be al s promises, ade r 16, ill wa s for nta g th In ca the /cla ticu o, A can e R i aim ot. It aim ublic spe currentl nments ( globally and nationally to pursue a strategy patients who rely on the sensitive barg erv cle “T be y v ions rese urin s by . The e of ency par ed t rksit rable will warning sh dollars in p functions ments ralian Gover for savagely cut services to people in need, moved, but further intensive negotiations aining ices ar hese abl ital gotiat Rep f sec iation pay rise awar t Ag with limit “Wo nside SA ” fired a grave s options ate Govern of Aust ding model has principle,s an cut jobs, his State cu e to Ne ksite gy o negot was ut tha • eal not co the P vable. ut the very nsidering it lled by St oved the fun simply no longer exists. of prudent fiscal expansion and public sector medical equipment they repair and been d th ’s financ ts a be Wor trate a 2.5% at it b to d but ional had ys, chie public abo group is co contro aul of the April appr form of the resulted in a change of heart. v row slash po re n with a s – accept se th world, d ing, fess have alwa educate the t This ally no its overh structural re borrowing targeted at productivity maintain. Sector ehement off the ente litica es are ot n usly nt to spon our clud pro . As or, and wha with virtu s part of e proposed “If the State Government continues with and in table, rpri hurt l act in eces nimo eeme in re facing y considere in and ocess ome that is a Public Sect in a vacuum a tem. th enhancement and social inclusion. the defence se our whi good sary una Agr the lear lities the e pr s facing the largely ers or l health sys system. “This was a victory of common O vital the PSA communictyh d shape. . Ou EB package.rity A to c rea what Health; leav the risk y stakehold nationa Jan health nally, run Their concerns were aired in the Go n Bu services of oesn This r otal Pa PS 1 decide ved of secure the best outc ally mean. on with ke Secretary funded natio sense. Management had 18 months to ve dget the Public ’t ad is best t rent y the on 2 economic ould pro effect dget cuts re consultati of the General ing How the “ imately rn Day it pro Broken .” d up a cur ly b es w meeting, • Im nt. te of will job and bu true state PSA nded a meet is ult media by the PSA, prompting a re- m , PS vides. and The ious expir ves an elopme da volved the recently atte ” model on plan for this and failed to provide for Mu en A G promises will prev – members . eek dev to the eement mpaign in those who understand McMahon ter Nicola locally ts impact Continues page 3 think by the hospital. st t enera In his iated bers able Representati uld s ting the Agr f this ca ealth Minis ed, and i the safety of their staff and patients. b l Se p Budget, egot mem the accept sho s rela of Part o its needs. h Federal H implement conditions H e creta ubli n of to Worksite PSA provides Issue life that it was Sector and wit the proposal. tlements and el ry c se Mr efit . ented d the t the and the claims Public of the she outlined embers’ enti They finally made the right decision.” d next ctor Fole ben this year pres an At d tha l package, Government e creation Roxon as ational m d. to four jobs y announced was 22 agree tota increases examining time of th ts that the n closely scutinise One Law A years. wou laim ber r 30 was as a s including: At the , the e PSA accep er, will be cc ld b 3,750 December al c eptem mbe it mber for g frontline services. 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