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Increased Penalties for Unapproved Nurses’ Strikes

Posted on March 14, 2012 by NU_Editor

The O’Farrell Government’s latest changes to industrial relation laws would be met with waves of campaigns from public sector unions opposed to the changes. These changes include the following: an eleven-fold increase in the fine for strikes not approved by … Continue reading →

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In honour of International Women’s Day

Posted on March 8, 2012 by NU_Editor

It’s International Women’s Day today, 8 March 2012. There are events going on in Sydney to celebrate this special day for women! I’ve been inspired by so many women in my life. What about you? In honour of this special … Continue reading →

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New Series: Older workers, Technology and Stereotyping (Part 4)

Posted on March 7, 2012 by NU_Editor
This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Older Workers, Technology, and Stereotypes

Elvie is 75 and works in aged care. She chatted to us about the trends she has noticed in regards to retirement age. “It is often suggested, why I don’t retire, because the staff do not understand why continue to … Continue reading →

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How do you feel about your casual work? Tell us your story

Posted on January 6, 2012 by NU_Editor

Did you know that in Australia in the last two decades have had a dramatic delince in permanent work? We have more workers in casual, contract and labour hire employment. How does this impact your life? We want to know. … Continue reading →

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Improved Staffing for Coffs Mental Health Nurses

Posted on October 14, 2011 by NU_Editor

A significant win for the Coffs Mental Health Nurses. NSW Nurses Association members at the Coffs Harbour Mental Health Unit decided to take action over serious staff shortages that are putting staff and patients at risk.

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