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10,000 Reasons to Sign!

Posted on February 23, 2012 by NU_admin

NSW nurses and midwives seek community support for cheaper re-entry courses.  Shortage made worse by $10,000 course cost.  10,000 signatures will force parliamentary debate. Nurses and midwives will be out and about around the State over the next few weeks … Continue reading →

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ME Bank follows RBA and holds interest rates

Posted on February 21, 2012 by NU_admin

Cost of funding should not be burden of customers alone ME Bank has announced that it will hold its standard variable interest rates following the Reserve Bank’s decision to maintain the official cash rate at 4.25%. Keeping rates stable ensures … Continue reading →

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History repeats in Victoria

Posted on February 20, 2012 by NU_admin

– Editorial by Brett Holmes Victorian nurses are embroiled in a tough dispute, pitted against a well-organised and determined Liberal government, over ratios and pay. This may be an important cautionary tale for nurses in New South Wales. As The … Continue reading →

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Ratios equal better care less stress at Royal North Shore ward.

Posted on February 13, 2012 by NU_admin

The orthopaedics and rheumatology ward at Royal North Shore Hospital was among the first to implement ratios in NSW and despite teething issues they are delivering positive benefits for patients and staff. For staff in Ward 9A at Royal North … Continue reading →

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A battle is evolving in Victoria as nurses defend their hard-fought-for ratios

Posted on February 10, 2012 by NU_admin

A petition of 40,000 signatures was presented to Minister David Davis, following a march on his office on 16 December. A battle royale is evolving in Victoria as nurses defend their hard-fought-for ratios from a well-organised attack by the Liberal … Continue reading →

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