News
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June, 2020
Industrial/Legal Update – June 2020
05 June, 2020
This bulletin provides you with a quick update about industrial matters, to give you some insight into the type of work we do on a day-to-day basis and to keep you in the loop about matters affecting the industry, including what steps were taken to fix these issues.
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May, 2020
Royal Flying Doctor Service Propose to Slash Conditions
29 May, 2020
New offer from RFDS was opposed by the VAU and ANMF. In response, RFDS have suggested that if we do not accept the proposal of a two-tiered system, they may apply to terminate the current agreement in the Fair Work Commission.
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May, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE: RFDS ATTACKING CONDITIONS OF FRONTLINE COVID-19 WORKERS
28 May, 2020
RFDS are now trying to introduce a two-tiered wage system that will see new employees of RFDS paid far less than current employees, including in some instances up to $220 less per week and have suggested that they may apply to terminate the enterprise agreement in the Fair Work Commission if employees do not accept what is clearly an unfair offer.
18
May, 2020
COVID-19 Test Delays
18 May, 2020
This delay is unacceptable. The Victorian Government and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) need to ensure that health care workers experience a fast response so they can return to work quickly.
10
May, 2020
RFDS Bargaining Update
10 May, 2020
The VAU have started to review this proposal along with other bargaining representatives. While we are still reviewing the proposal, it is clear that the changes are significant.
04
May, 2020
VAU MEMBER WIN – Hospitals and Health Services to set up break rooms for meal breaks
04 May, 2020
Meal break amenities are a minimum requirement at every workplace, not least during a pandemic. Because of this fact, the VAU directly raised member concerns about inadequate facilities with the Department of Human and Health Services (DHHS).
04
May, 2020
Paramedic tests positive to COVID-19
04 May, 2020
On 1 May 2020, the VAU was informed by AV that one of our members had tested positive to COVID-19. Five other paramedics who have been in close contact with the member have subsequently been placed in isolation as a precaution.
02
May, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE: Paramedic tests positive to COVID-19
02 May, 2020
The Victorian Ambulance Union Incorporated (VAU) was informed last night that one of our members, a paramedic, has tested positive to COVID-19. Five other paramedics who have been in close contact with the member have been placed in isolation as a precaution.
29
April, 2020
FWA’s – a legitimate workplace right
29 April, 2020
The VAU assists several members each week with applying for FWA’s, and there are numerous and varied reasons why members may do so during the course of their employment.
23
April, 2020
Wilson Medic One Back-Pay
23 April, 2020
For the VAU to follow up with these underpayment claims, we need affected members to provide us with copies of your contract of employment, timesheets and payslips.
09
March, 2020
Health Select Bargaining – VAU off to the FWC following bargaining dispute
09 March, 2020
The VAU wish to continue bargaining for the proposed agreement and do not accept that an impasse has been reached. In addition, we reject the unilateral claim that bargaining has come to an end. The VAU are waiting to receive a conciliation date from the FWC to progress bargaining.
06
March, 2020
Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Bargaining In-Principle Agreement
06 March, 2020
Following numerous queries from members seeking more detail about the wage offer agreed to an in principle with Ambulance Victoria (AV), this bulletin sets out in detail the wage improvements that will be delivered through the proposed enterprise agreement.
02
March, 2020
Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Bargaining Update
02 March, 2020
Following feedback from State Council we are pleased to inform members that the VAU has reached in-principle agreement with AV and Government.
19
February, 2020
BALSECC – Ongoing Staffing Problems
19 February, 2020
BalSECC VAU members have for some time been expressing major concerns in relation to their ability to perform effectively due to inadequate staffing and support, particularly between the hours of 1600 hours and midnight.
18
February, 2020
HEAT HAZARDS and DOUBLE LOADING – make your health and your patient’s health a priority
18 February, 2020
The VAU were made aware of an NEPT crew working on a 43-degree day. The crew were dispatched a city to country transfer with no working air conditioning.
11
February, 2020
RFDS Acquisition of Wilson Medic One
11 February, 2020
RFDS have acquired Wilsons Medic One Melbourne Health, Western Health and Racing (events) contracts. The VAU are aware of the issues transition periods can cause. We are here for advice and support and to ensure your rights are protected. Please do not hesitate to contact your NEPT Organisers:
13
January, 2020
Health Select Fair Work Commission Proceedings – January Update
13 January, 2020
The VAU want to continue bargaining on behalf of its members and have made this clear to Health Select. It is important that a new agreement is negotiated with improved conditions for members.
31
December, 2019
Summary of Health Select Good Faith Bargaining Order Conference
31 December, 2019
We allege that Health Select had breached the good faith bargaining requirements by publishing a wage comparison table comparing their proposed wage rates under the new agreement to other NEPT employers.
18
November, 2019
Ambulance Victoria – Enterprise Bargaining Negotiations – UPDATE
18 November, 2019
This bulletin has been prepared to summarise the matters that were discussed at recent Ambulance Victoria (AV) member meetings regarding enterprise agreement negotiations with AV. History of negotiations for the Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2019 attached...
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November, 2019
VAU Membership and Industrial Assistance Policy
16 November, 2019
Click here to view the VAU Membership and Industrial Assistance Policy.